Job Description

Ensure our enterprise architecture is secure, so our staff can access the applications and systems they need to provide "excellence in health, every time."

In this role, you will:

• Lead the technical security and support privacy and security audits of clinical applications for Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), Providence Health Care (PHC) and the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
• Audit systems to investigate system breaches, analyzing networks, systems and applications and detail findings
• Recommend how to correct unmitigated risks
• Work with management staff to design and implement secure system solutions
• Work with the privacy team to investigate network access attempts and breaches
• Proactively interact with stakeholders at all levels to creatively achieve results in a dynamic environment
• Report to the Information Security Manager

As our successful candidate, you will also:

• Provide technical leadership in the design, development, implementation and operations of core information technology and security technologies.
• Provide technical configuration support for audit and logging solutions
• Maintain and configure central audit and logging solutions, including the facilitation of onboarding new log sources
• Be our subject matter expert for privacy and security logging
• Develop and document technical standards, processes, procedures, baselines and guidelines for information security to ensure the integrity and privacy of clinical and business information
• Assess security, risks and technology, and assists in application security assessment. Produce related reports and recommendations
• Lead access attempt and breach investigations through audit report generation; identify potential inappropriate access; assist stakeholders in conducting privacy and security investigations, threat investigations and incident response; and recommend disciplinary action

You have:

• Education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, and
• Five to seven (5-7) years of recent related experience in an IT role that included information security, incident response and security threat analysis, preferably in the public sector and/or health care
• General security-related knowledge
• Proven expertise in at least one core technical competency (such as boundary controls, antivirus, intrusion detection/prevention, monitoring/reporting)

• Broad knowledge of a wide range of information security technologies and processes such as firewall, Intrusion Detection/Prevention systems, Security Information Management solutions, managed antivirus solutions, security incident response and threat intelligence.
• Strong knowledge of information security concepts and security technologies.
• Exceptional written communication skills and analytical abilities
• Ability to translate business and technical requirements. Uses strong oral communication skills to present technical information to a variety of audiences

Ideally, you also have:

• Certification in a cyber-security discipline (CISSP, CEH, SCF, CISA, SANS) and/or active CISSP or SANS GIAC certification
• Experience in security incident response/privacy investigations, as well as proficient technical skills in scripting, automation and security threat investigation and prevention techniques

If this sounds like you, apply now!

Reference #:80066

Status: Regular Full-time

Location: 1795 Willingdon Avenue, Vancouver, BC

Closing date: When the position is filled.

About Us

Information Management Information Technology Services (IMITS) serves Vancouver Coastal Health, Providence Health Care and the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). PHSA provides specialized health services to British Columbians, including cancer care, organ transplantation, pediatrics, emergency services, mental health and substance use services. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Patients first - Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/family-brands

We hire on the basis of merit and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can come to work and be their best, authentic