Information Security Analyst

Fraser Health Authority; Surrey; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority in Surrey, BC, is hiring a Full Time Information Security Analyst to protect patient data and systems. You will lead security incident intake, threat assessments, and coordination with clinical and technical teams to safeguard health information.

The role emphasizes incident response, documentation, and adherence to FH policies. A bachelor’s degree in CS or related field and 5 years IT security experience are required; certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; 5 years' related experience in a large IT environment; minimum 2 years in information security.
• Advanced information security certifications (SANS, ISACA, (ISC)2 or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HIIT Security incident intake and response activities.
• Perform threat and risk assessments and coordinate investigations.
• Monitor and report on security metrics and risk trends.
• Maintain documentation of incidents and response actions for remediation.

Skills

Information security

Incident response

Threat & risk assessment

Security monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

5 years of related IT/InfoSec experience

Tools

Firewalls

Anti-virus

Intrusion prevention

Web content filtering

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $38.88 - $55.89 / hour

We are hiring aFull Time Information Security Analystto join our team in Surrey, B.C.

In this role, you will play a critical role in protecting the systems and data that support patient care within one of the largest health authorities. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead security incident intake and response, conduct threat and risk assessments, and collaborate with clinical and technical teams to safeguard sensitive health information. If you’re driven by purpose and thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, this is your opportunity to strengthen cybersecurity while directly supporting safe, patient-centered care.

A career with Fraser Health will offer you the opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and rewarding health care environment. We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage.

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Confirm you are legally entitled to work in Canada

BC’s health system is in the process of transformation. As part of the planned changes, certain IM/IT, Finance, and Supply Chain roles are expected to be in scope for transition to a new provincial shared services organization, BC Shared Health Services. Candidates applying to positions in these areas should be aware that, while the role is currently employed by the Health Authority, it may transition to BC Shared Health Services as part of the first or subsequent implementation phases. The intent of this transition is to support continuity of employment however, details regarding timing, process, and any impacts to employment arrangements will be confirmed as planning progresses. Providing this information at the recruitment stage is intended to ensure transparency about the broader system changes underway and to support informed decision-making by candidates.

Detailed Overview

The Information Security Analyst provides initial intake, assessment, and prioritization of requests for Health Informatics and Information Technology (HIIT) Information Security Services and/or events requiring incident response prioritizing based on risk and urgency, ensuring that work activities are logged and tracked and that higher priority events are appropriately escalated. The Analyst helps coordinate investigations for security-related incidents and policy violations as well as participates as a key member of an integrated breach response team. The Analyst deals with sensitive and critical situations and provides training and education on Fraser Health's security procedures, policies, and standards at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

1. Conducts HIIT Security threat and risk assessments, investigations, and performs incident management activities utilizing approved processes and techniques to conduct electronic audits, review security logs and gather forensic evidence.
2. Analyzes complex information through acute problem-solving to manage and investigate security incidents; develops reports, action plans, and response communications on mitigation strategies.
3. Monitors and maintains security tracking tools and associated databases and prepares reports and presentations on metrics and risk trends.
4. Maintains clear, concise, objective and complete documentation regarding all details of information security incidents and investigations to ensure action taken to contain and remediate these events are formally recorded.
5. Monitors and interprets security alerts generated by security monitoring systems to ensure appropriate and timely response to security-related incidents.
6. Participates in security, vulnerability, and risk assessments related to the information security features of the systems, networks, and related administrative activities; recommends mitigation strategies where necessary.
7. Participates in the design, implementation, and evaluation of information security projects, objectives, policies, and procedures.
8. Develops and proposes new operational security processes and enhancement of existing processes to ensure adherence to FH security policies, industry standards and legislated FIPPA requirements.
9. Provides day-to-day guidance and direction both verbally and in writing to internal staff, physicians, clinicians, and management on information security policy, standards, and best practices.
10. Assists in the delivery of Information Privacy and Security training programs and initiatives.
11. Promotes good security practices and an organization culture of information security awareness.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, plus five (5) years' recent, related experience in a large information technology services environment with a minimum of two (2) years' experience in an information security role, within a large organization, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred completion of intermediate to advanced information security certification from SANS, ISACA, (ISC)2 or other leading industry certification bodies.

Competencies

Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed.

Professional/Technical Capabilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of information security principles, standards, best practices, and industry trends.
• Working knowledge of core security technologies including firewalls, anti-virus, intrusion prevention, and web content filtering. Experience in Security Incident Response.
• Investigative and analytical skills to research, analyze, and interpret data and information from a variety of disparate sources.
• Ability to utilize both analytical skills and conceptual thinking to identify and resolve issues.
• Advanced proficiency in business applications, Microsoft Office Suite, databases, internet/intranet, and report writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health's hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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