Description
SYSTEMS ENGINEER - CYBER SECURITY
Salary
Range - $93,038 - $116,301 per year
1.0 FTE Permanent
The
Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the
full-time position of Systems Engineer to work as a member of the senior
technical team within Information Technology Services (ITS). The successful
candidate will provide technical support, supervision, leadership, and project
management, in a multi-functional role, with security being the primary
responsibility. Other areas of responsibility may include cloud computing,
networking, server support, Active Directory, endpoint management,
network/systems monitoring.
Responsibilities:
·
Support and administration of security technologies such as
SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), EDR (Endpoint Detection &
Response), Network/Systems monitoring, Cyber Security.
·
Implementation of Identity and security related processes and
procedures.
·
Use provided tools to perform continual monitoring and
analysis of system activity to identify malicious activity and configure
mitigations.
·
Maintenance of various security tools and technologies such
as: advanced malware detection, DDoS, IDS/IPS, DLP, Anti-spam as well as other
Cyber threat intelligence and vulnerability management capabilities
·
Support the triage, investigation and response of
Cybersecurity incidents. Analyze identified malicious activity in the computing
environment to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, and
effects on system and information
·
Provide support (or backup support) for other
responsibilities within the senior ITS team, such as Active Directory, cloud
computing, server support, networking.
·
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
and Skills Required:
·
University degree in
Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
·
A minimum of five (5) years'
related working experience in a large complex public sector organization,
preferably in an educational environment.
·
CISSP or other industry recognized cyber
security certification and/or proven experience with
security technologies.
·
Understanding of key IT /
Cybersecurity concepts (Network Security, Security Operations &
Administration, Managed Detection and Response, Incident Response &
Recovery, Vulnerability Management, etc.)
·
Proficient and demonstrated
experience in managing network security, Windows and Linux operating systems
security and cloud security.
·
Excellent knowledge of
Cybersecurity detect and respond methodologies, standards and best practices
·
Knowledge of security threats,
common attack vectors and the use of security tools to monitor the technology
infrastructure and computing environment. Experience with process automation
using PowerShell and/or other scripting tools.
·
Demonstrated
experience managing and configuring Linux systems.
·
Excellent team leadership and
organizational skills as well as the ability to work independently and in a
team environment; exceptional problem-solving skills and works well under
pressure to meet aggressive timelines and resolve critical issues and excellent
interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
·
A valid driver’s license and
reliable vehicle are required as this position requires travel.
TESTING
MAY BE REQUIRED DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS.
This
is a full-time permanent position. The regular work year for this position is
twelve (12) months of the year. The compensation range for this twelve (12)
month position is $93,038 to $116,301 per year (under review), depending on
qualifications and experience. This position is based on a thirty-five (35)
hour work week.
Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all
full-time permanent employees,
even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.
Qualified
applicants are invited to apply for this position through the Apply to
Education (ATE) web-site at www.applytoeducation.com. Applicants are required to submit a resume
detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming
certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references on or before 12:00 p.m. November 6, 2024 . Cover letters may be addressed to Ray Bury,
Manager of Technology.
To
view the posting on the ATE web-site, select “Search Jobs”, select “Support
Applicants”, then use the search section to look for positions with the Simcoe
County District School Board. To apply
for the posting:
1. Sign into your ApplyToEducation
Support (ECE, EA/TA, Clerical, Custodian, etc. or Management and Professionals)
applicant account;
2. Select Search Jobs from the Job
Postings section;
3. Enter the ATE Job Code # in the
Keywords field;
4. Click the [SEARCH] button at the
bottom of the page;
5. Select the position of interest and
click the [APPLY] button on the job description page.
** All
fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County District
School Board.**
Application packages will no longer be accepted
in hard copy, by e-mail or by fax. Should applicants require
assistance in registering for ATE, the ATE Help Desk may be contacted at
1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.
We value and are
committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and
equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of
our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse
identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples,
visible minorities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist
the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative
is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our
hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the
prohibited grounds under the Code.
Guided by the
principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County
District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and
inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs
for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate,
short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Applicants are to provide permission to
contact two professional references, including their current and most recent
supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be
required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the
Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to
complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of
employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however,
only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
October
23, 2024 OA-30 ATE
# 3908061
