IT Security Risk Assessment Consultant

United Software Group Inc. - Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Healthcare IT Security firm is seeking a skilled Information Security Consultant to work remotely. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in risk management and security consultation. You'll provide assessments and lead improvements in security practices. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. This role offers opportunities for advancement in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Impact on information security

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Information Security / Risk Management.
• Experience across IT governance, access control, incident response, data protection, and advanced threat protection.
• Strong understanding of information security standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced information security consultation on compliance and risk management.
• Conduct security risk assessments on applications and infrastructure.
• Document risks and communicate findings to leadership.
• Lead process and control improvements aligned with security best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve security-related issues.

Skills

Information Security

Risk Management

Data Protection

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Security Tools

Job description

Employer Industry: Healthcare IT Security

Why consider this job opportunity

• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Work remotely from Halifax, CA
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Chance to make a significant impact on information security and risk management
• Engage with diverse areas of IT governance and operations

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Provide advanced information security consultation across compliance, policy, risk management, and remediation
• Conduct security risk assessments on applications, infrastructure, cloud environments, and third-party vendors
• Document risks and communicate findings through clear risk reports to technical and business leadership
• Identify and lead process and control improvements aligned with security best practices
• Independently troubleshoot and resolve security-related issues

What is Required (Qualifications)

• 5+ years of experience in Information Security / Risk Management
• Experience across at least 4 areas such as IT governance & operations, access control analysis/IAM, incident response, data protection & auditing controls, and advanced threat protection
• 5+ years of experience with risk assessment frameworks
• Strong understanding of information security standards and best practices
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Hands-on experience with security tools

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