Standards & Security Specialist

ROSS; Canada; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Canada is seeking a candidate to support the IT Engineering & Design Manager in developing the information security program. The role involves implementing security controls, communicating effectively with management, and preparing responses to RFI and RFP. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Computer Science and over 5 years of relevant experience. Certification like CISSP is a plus. This position offers opportunities to work on significant security initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in complex technology environments focused on information security.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong planning and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the information security program.
• Assist in implementing the enterprise security framework.
• Prepare responses to RFI and RFP on security-related issues.

Skills

Implementing security controls

Communication with Management

Planning and organization skills

Understanding of PCI and PIPEDA

Experience with ISO frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

ISO policy framework

CoBit controls

Job description

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the IT Engineering & Design Manager in developing and managing the information security program. You will research and assist in the development of information security standards, based on ISO COBIT and ITIL standards. You will facilitate mitigation of gaps, to ensure the required IT controls are in place for compliance to SOX or ITIL. The successful candidate will provide assistance in the implementation of the enterprise security framework. You will prepare responses to RFI and RFP on security-related issues, and participate in other specialized information security, risk, and privacy related tasks.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience implementing security controls over multiple security domains in line with the ISO security framework
• Familiarity with Payment Card Industry Standards PCI, and the application PIPEDA
• Experience with ISO policy framework and CoBit controls
• Proven record of effective communication with Management, Internal Auditors and External Auditors
• Minimum of 5 years experience working in a complex technology environment, in roles involving information security services
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong planning and organization skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or relevant business experience

Assets

• CISSP (Certified Information System Security Professional) certification
• Experience in implementing the IT controls for Sarbanes‑Oxley or Bill 198 compliance

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