IT Security Analyst

**Posting 23-19**

**IT Security Analyst**

**Information Technology Unit, Corporate Services Department**

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Permanent Position, Category 6_**:
**_ Hiring Range - $80,685 - $92,902_**:

- Salary Range - $80,685 - $111,229_

The IT Security Analyst performs two core functions for the enterprise. The first is the day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions while the second is the identification, investigation, and resolution of security breaches detected by those systems. Secondary tasks include involvement in the implementation of new security solutions, participation in the creation and or maintenance of policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures as well as conducting vulnerability audits and assessments. The IT Security Analyst is expected to be fully aware of the enterprise’s security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and guidelines and to actively work towards upholding those goals.

**Responsibilities**:
**Strategy & Planning**
- Participate in the planning and design of enterprise security architecture, under the direction of the IT _Infrastructure and Operations Lead_er_ _where appropriate.
- Participate in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures) under the direction of the IT _Infrastructure and Operations Leader_, where appropriate.
- Participate in the planning and design of an enterprise business continuity plan and disaster recovery plan, under the direction of the IT _Infrastructure and Operations Lead_er, where appropriate.

**Acquisition & Deployment**
- Maintain up-to-date detailed knowledge of the IT security industry including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes, and the development of new attacks and threat vectors.
- Recommend additional security solutions or enhancements to existing security solutions to improve overall enterprise security.
- Perform the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of all new security solutions and of any enhancements to existing security solutions in accordance with standard best operating procedures generically and the enterprise’s security documents specifically.

**Operational Management**
- Maintain up-to-date baselines for the secure configuration and operations of all in-place devices, whether they be under direct control (i.e. security tools) or not (e.g. workstations, servers, network devices).
- Maintain operational configurations of all in-place security solutions as per the established baselines.
- Monitor all in-place security solutions for efficient and appropriate operations.
- Review logs and reports of all in-place devices, whether they be under direct control (i.e. security tools) or not (e.g. workstations, servers, network devices). Interpret the implications of that activity and devise plans for appropriate resolution.
- Participate in investigations into problematic activity.
- Participate in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits.
- Provide on-call support for end users for all in-place security solutions.

**Position Requirements**:
**Formal Education & Certification**
- College diploma or university degree in Computer Science and/or five years equivalent work experience.
- One or more of the following certifications:

- CompTIA Security+
- GIAC Information Security Fundamentals
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator: Security
- Associate of (ISC)2

**Knowledge & Experience**
- Extensive experience with network scanning and mapping tools such as Nmap and Wireshark.
- Experience with vulnerability scanners such as Nessus and Qualys
- Strong understanding of cloud security tools such as Azure Security Center and Microsoft Defender.
- Familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
- Strong understanding of IP, TCP/IP, and other network administration protocols.

**Personal Attributes**
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to conduct research into IT security issues and products as required.
- Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
- Highly self-motivated and directed.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment.

**Work Conditions**:

- Hybrid work schedule as per corporate policy.
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Sufficient dexterity of hands and fingers to efficiently operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components.
- Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.

The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries, pension, comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment.

The College supports a flexible work environment, if