Sr. Security Specialist - Threat Risk Assessment

RQ10926 - 2 x Sr. Security Specialist - Threat Risk Assessment

Responsibilities

• Assesses internal and external threats and vulnerabilities of information systems and resources and the likelihood of these threats and resulting impacts, and where possible, reduces risks through system or organizational design. Implements security measures to prevent or mitigate, detect and respond to security threats and vulnerabilities to information systems and resources at the program and enterprise levels, and periodically reviews security measures to ensure they remain sufficient and operate as expected. Reviews must also be performed whenever security incidents occur or business processes change. Defines, evaluates, and assesses security architecture requirements for systems environments and IT projects. Ensures the incorporation of IT security and contingency measures in the development of systems. Advises on the identification, analysis, and resolution of specific security factors, risks, and vulnerabilities; protection of personal privacy issues; and appropriate industry and international security standards. Carries out information and information technology (I&IT) security projects and tasks in the Ontario Public Service as assigned by Corporate Security or cluster I&IT management.

• General Skills

• Strong understanding and expertise in security architecture. Experience in the application of Cyber Security methodology and tools to define scope, critical business processes and functions, identify critical assets and dependencies in reports to clients (TRA or other security assessments). Experience and ability to plan and facilitate Threat Risk Assessment and/or other workshops with business clients. Experience and ability to apply Harmonized Threat Risk Assessment (HTRA) or equivalent methodology. Knowledge of techniques to secure information assets and the planning, design, and implementation of security technologies. Proven techniques to discover gaps or weaknesses in security architecture to identify and mitigate known security threats or inherent weaknesses. Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and corporate directives related to the security and confidentiality of information (e.g. Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act) to identify and assess areas of concern and risk. Solid knowledge of current security and contingency technology and techniques (e.g. digital signature, encryption, access controls, fire-walls, authentication, virus protection, etc.) and proven working knowledge of security audit procedures and protocols. Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models). Experience in providing specialized security support at the specified experience level. Experience in establishing secure environments at a network, operating system or application level. Experience with implementing security on complex and distributed systems. Experience in conducting in-depth analysis and providing recommendations with all required sign-off in the prescribed timelines as given (TRA reports or other security assessment reports). Experience and knowledge to provide security requirements for procurement documents and participate in security evaluations as part of the procurement process. Ability to assess Information Security Risk, Business Continuity Planning and Business Impact Analysis technical issues for any of the technical environments and delivery channels across the Ontario Provincial Government including Mainframe, Unix and Windows. Awareness of emerging IT trends and directions, especially as related to security. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills. A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines, managing competing priorities and client relationship management experience.

• Desirable Skills

• Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models) based on Ontario Government Enterprise Architecture processes and practice. Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices. Experience in business recovery and disaster recovery planning. Experience in performing threat and risk assessment. Experience in public key infrastructure development and operation. Experience in security design as part of systems development projects. Experience in intrusion detection systems. Experience in mitigation tools for malicious software. Experience in vulnerability analysis and penetration testing. Experience in network monitoring. Experience in security policy development. Experience in developing and delivering security education. Experience in forensic investigation. Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices.

• Must Have

• Knowledge and experience with the security and IT policies/standards of the Ontario government (e.g. Standards, Policies, Directives). Experience with operational optimization in a unionized Public Sector environment. Knowledge of Public Sector structure and policies, including relevant public policy objectives, principles, and constraints; organizational culture/unionized Public Sector environment; application of relevant legislation and policies (e.g., Conflict of Interest, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), etc.). Ability to handle and secure sensitive information, detailing the due-diligence around storage/modification of received documents, records retention policies, identity management, and other controls in-place used to protect OPS information.

• Nice to have

• Prior OPS or Public sector experience