Information Security Analyst

The Information Security Analyst supports the overall security strategy, policies, and procedures at Sheridan and collaborates with clients on solutions to mitigate risks and enhance system security. The incumbent performs security audits, investigations, risk analysis, and application-level vulnerability testing and reviews; as well as the daily security maintenance and activities for Sheridan's enterprise systems. The Information Security Analyst is a contributor in developing security awareness materials, security presentations, and information security training sessions. The incumbent deals with information of a highly sensitive and confidential nature on an ongoing basis, including incidents and security breaches.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Performing daily security maintenance and activities for enterprise systems (Sitecore, PeopleSoft, C-Cure);
• Performing security knowledge transfer to assist in making security part of normal IT and College activities;
• Monitoring/responding to abuse complaints (copyright violations, online harassment/threats, hacking, spam);
• Serving as an advisor in development, implementation and maintenance of an information security infrastructure;
• Monitoring, evaluating and performing risk assessment;
• Monitoring and reports on information security activities and compliance;
• Executing protocols to evaluate, test, assess and improve the integrity and effectiveness of security infrastructure (e.g. firewalls, Intrusion Detection System, other security devices);
• Monitoring programs and processes to ensure implementation and effectiveness of information security policies and standards;
• Evaluating and monitoring new threats and vulnerabilities to systems; ensures security processes are applied;
• Monitoring information security trends (internal and external) and keeps others in IT and other Sheridan groups, informed about information security-related issues/activities;
• Understands potential threats, vulnerabilities, and control techniques and communicates this information to departmental system administrators and management;
• Participating in technology research and solution testing security capabilities.
• Advising on the development, implementation, and maintenance of Sheridan’s information security policy, standards, and guidelines;
• Assisting Sheridan units to investigate security breaches and pursue associated disciplinary and legal matters;
• Performing administrative duties incidental to IT security such as completing incident reports;
• Informing Sheridan faculties/departments about information security best practices, procedures and policies;
• Performing other security related duties as assigned.

About You

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.

You have the ability to collaborate with others in a professional and diplomatic manner to advance initiatives.

You enjoy balancing many different tasks and can prioritize multiple projects while staying organized and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

You have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The ideal candidate will possess a 3-year diploma/degree in Information systems security, information assurance, computer science or a related discipline along with 2 years progressive industry experience in information security, including experience with Internet technology and security issues. (Equivalency will be considered).

The successful candidate will also have:

• Up-to-date skills and knowledge through professional activities.
• Knowledge of current technologies and trends, familiarity with various desktop computer applications to prepare reports, project plans, and presentations.
• Familiarity with various desktop computer applications to prepare reports, project plans, and presentations.
• A security and criminal background verification may be required prior to hire.

Who We Are

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/sheridan2027), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

• For more information, visit: Why Work at Sheridan

Other Details

Faculty/Department: Information Technology
Primary Work/Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)
Work Categorization: Hybrid Position | On-site at least 3 days/week
Reference #: J1124-0460
Employee Group: Administrative
Payband: NJ
Salary Range: $69,924 - $87,405
Application Deadline: November 28, 2024

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.