IT Compliance & Privacy Analyst

Ballard; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Vancouver seeks an IT Compliance and Privacy Analyst to ensure compliance with various standards and manage privacy assessments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in computer science and extensive experience in IT auditing, especially in cloud environments. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from CAD$75,000 to CAD$95,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental benefits, retirement matching, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan matching

Onsite fitness facility & yoga classes

Extensive learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT audit or public company industry.
• Deep understanding of information security concepts and IT functions.
• Experience auditing in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain IT Compliance Program aligned with internal and audit requirements.
• Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries and external audit requests.
• Conduct Privacy Impact assessments and ensure compliance with privacy frameworks.

Skills

Critical thinking

Detail oriented

Analytical ability

Project management

Information security knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Azure

AWS

ISO27001

NIST SP 800-53

Job description

Hybrid

The Ballard IT Security Team has an exciting opportunity for an IT Compliance and Privacy Analyst at the corporate head office in Burnaby. The successful candidate must be a critical thinker, demonstrating sound professional judgement, detail oriented and proactive in taking security related actions.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the IT Compliance Program in alignment with internal and audit requirements.
• Serve as a point person for, and coordinate responses to, regulatory inquiries, due diligence requests and external audit requests (e.g., ISO 27001, SOX 404, GDPR, PIPA)
• Maintain Cloud Governance program and play an active role in the Risk Assessment and Risk Management process
• Acting as key stakeholder in the company’s IT audits and related activities.
• Conduct and maintain Privacy Impact assessments (PIA), assess business policies to ensure organization meets privacy requirements.
• Maintenance of policies, procedures, and other documentation as they relate to Information Security.
• Overseeing the Security Awareness Training and provides ad-hoc education to staff.
• Acting as point of contact for internal inquiries regarding information security, notifies staff of security related updates via internal communication channels
• Lead special projects, as needed

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT audit field, or public company industry experience in related field, or a combination of both
• Have a demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast-paced, technical environment with changing priorities. Possess critical thinking and analytical ability.
• Deeply understand information security concepts and IT functions.
• Have experience auditing in cloud environments, familiarity with Azure, AWS and serverless environments.
• Hold knowledge of privacy frameworks including GDPR, PIPA, FOIPA.
• Are well versed in IT audit standards such as SOX, SOC2, ISO27001, and NIST SP 800-53.
• Are detail oriented and highly organized (experience in project management is considered an asset).
• Certifications in CISA, CRISC, and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor would be given preference
• Demonstrated experience in building scalable business processes across departments.

Please submit a cover letter with an updated resume with your application.

The typical hiring range for this position is CAD$75,000 - CAD$ 95,000 per annum. In determining total compensation, Ballard considers many factors, including the successful Candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, position location, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual short-term and long-term bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

As a Ballard employee, we want you to feel valued and appreciated for your efforts. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package in addition to a performance-driven compensation philosophy. From bonuses to benefits, our people work hard and we believe they should be rewarded for it.

• Extended health and dental benefits, and employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan matching
• Onsite fitness facility & yoga classes
• Extensive learning opportunities, catalog of development course offerings
• People networks and mentorship programs (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Our Values

Listen & Deliver | Quality. Always. | Inspire Excellence | Row Together | Own It

At Ballard, we believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and / or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous persons, feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Ballard encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across the regions in which we operate.

At Ballard, we're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you require any accommodations during the interview process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Your comfort and accessibility are important to us, and we’re here to support you in any way we can.