Manager, Network and Telecom Services

Legislative Assembly of Ontario / Assemblée législative de l’Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Comprehensive benefits and pension

Training and development

Employee and family assistance program

Job summary

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario invites applications for a Manager, Network and Telecom Services. You will lead the development of network and security architecture, manage security policies, and work with IT professionals and telecom specialists in the Technology Services Branch.

You will oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of key network security projects, ensuring safeguards, log monitoring, and compliant security practices across assemblies.

Qualifications

• University degree in IT or 6–8 years equivalent progressive experience with telecoms, apps, OS, databases, hardware and software integration.
• Broad understanding of network technology, security risks and controls.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business context.
• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain network and security architecture and security policies.
• Identify threats and implement systems and procedures to mitigate them.
• Plan and schedule network and security projects with status updates.
• Ensure network safeguards and security logging are in place.
• Assist in planning network security budget and requisitions.

Skills

Network architecture

Security management

Project planning

Communication

Education

University degree in IT

Job description

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to shape the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly, with innovation and excellence in parliamentary operations? At the Office of the Assembly, we're not just supporting Parliament; we’re a dynamic team dedicated to driving change and making an impact every day.

At the heart of our mission is to provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, along with operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Our success is intricately tied to the strength and diversity of our staff, as we champion our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration, and excellence.

Looking for a rewarding career where you can share your expertise in a Manager, Network and Telecom Services capacity? Seize this opportunity to embody our organizational values within our Technology Services Branch. As a valued member of our team, reporting directly to the Director, Technology Services, you will collaborate closely with a dynamic group of IT professionals and network/telecom specialists.

This is an existing vacancy.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and maintain the development of network and security architecture for the Assembly; is responsible for system security strategies, policies and procedures.
• Identify, rate, and report on internal and external threats to information security posture; recommends and implements network and security systems and procedures to mitigate threats.
• Plan, organize, and schedule network and security projects, collaborating with the PMO, providing status updates, prioritizing projects.
• Ensure appropriate network safeguards (including switches and firewalls) securing Assembly systems from external breach are in place, logs are maintained and monitored to discover attempted breaches of security.
• Assist in the planning and maintenance of the network security budget and ensures required software, licensing, services and support are obtained.

You’ll act with integrity to:

• Co-ordinate and participate in system audits and provide analysis of system audit recommendations.
• Participate in the development of business continuity plans and appropriate disaster recovery procedures.
• Develop and ensure implementation of procedures to ensure network access and security policy compliance, and work with clients to ensure sound network security practices are followed.
• Provide leadership to and manages an established team of professionals and participate in branch projects, meetings and strategic planning.

How You Qualify

You demonstrate excellence through your:

• University degree in IT or 6 to 8 years equivalent progressive related experience, with specialized subject knowledge of telecommunications, applications, operating systems, databases, and hardware and software integration.
• Broad and current understanding of network technology, security risks and network controls; and an understanding of information security needs and the functions of branches with the Assembly to establish and set up systems security.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems when participating in project planning and project management, and translate technical concepts and processes into business context.
• Excellent collaboration, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to interact effectively with multiple stakeholders at varying levels

Here’s what awaits you:

• A dynamic, unique work environment
• A team of dedicated professionals
• A comprehensive benefit and pension package including a comprehensive short term sickness plan and personal days
• Support for your career through training and development
• Access to an employee and family assistance program

Join us in shaping the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly. Your journey starts here!

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who champions diversity and inclusion. We foster an environment where unique perspectives are valued, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you need accommodations during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [e-mail] .

While we appreciate your interest in obtaining employment with the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.