BAND 4 - Director Security and Privacy Design

The Team
The Information Management Branch provides IM/IT and digital services to the Ministry of Citizens’ Services. This director leads the Ministry Privacy and Security teams, which are a close-knit group of experts dedicated to protecting data and information for their partners across the ministry. There are two established teams-each led by their respective Ministry Privacy and a Ministry Information Security Officers-that collaborate with enterprise Privacy and Security teams while working closely to serve divisions across the ministry. Fondly known as the "salt and pepper" team, they bring both skill and personality to the table, making a meaningful impact while enjoying every step along the way.

The Role
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of keeping government data/information safe and private. It’s a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a smart, dedicated team that’s as supportive as they are skilled. If you’re looking to bring your talents to a team that values collaboration, privacy, security, building strategic partnerships, psychological safety, and a welcoming atmosphere, you’ll feel right at home here!

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A degree in business, operations management, public administration, information management and information technology, computer science or a related/equivalent discipline or a combination of education and experience may be considered
• A minimum of 4 years of experience:
  • leading the creation, improvement, and management of a wide variety of products and services for an organization of similar size and complexity.
  • leading change management activities in transformation initiatives.
  • supervising employees, professionals, and multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience leading information security and privacy programs.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• A professional designation in privacy, security, and/or agile practices

For questions regarding this position, please contact Berenice.Gonzalez@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
The position headquarters will be Victoria, Richmond, Surrey, Vancouver and Prince George.
This position is excluded from union membership.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens’ Services.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. “Refer to resume” will not be an acceptable answer. Answers must be kept to 200 words or less. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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