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ITS Security Specialist

Cyber security is one of the most important concerns all organizations face in the digital era we all live in. The security of information we possess is integral to the trust we have with our clients and community we serve. In this critical role, the ITS Security Specialist is responsible for the management, improvement and maintenance of BlueShore Financial’s information technology (IT) security infrastructure to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction. This role will work hands-on with a senior security specialist and we are open to developing a technology professional with a passion for working in security.

BlueShore Financial is a financial boutique with a dynamic team committed to helping our clients improve their overall financial well-being. Thanks to our innovative strategy, rooted in expert advice and expertise, we continue to sustain excellent financial performance and receive high client satisfaction scores that outpace our competitors.

Closing Date: May 14, 2023

Employee Type: Full time

Job Category: Information Technology

Location: 1250 Lonsdale, North Vancouver - (Flexible Hybrid Working Options) 1-2 days in-office per week

Key responsibilities of this role are:

• Reviews daily security event logs and manages/ascertains appropriate remediation activities.
• Manages and maintains security dashboards to provide management and stakeholders with information on key metrics such as identifying historical trends, areas of risk/gaps, violations and/or improvements.
• Monitors and responds to security alerts and anomalies from security infrastructure management systems by following proper Information Technology Solutions (ITS) standard operations procedures and escalation protocols.
• Performs root cause analysis (identify, analyze, remediate and mitigate) of critical events in support of continuous threat prevention initiatives; ensuring existing processes are viable and sustainable.
• Collaborates with ITS team and partners to optimize and manage security analysis tools to improve its effectiveness – reduce false positives and improve threat detection.
• Works with all BlueShore Financial’s stakeholders to ensure proper security protocols (policies and procedures) are adhered to at all times. Follows up with managers as required if IT security breaches are discovered.
• Performs annual security policy reviews; makes recommendations for changes to policy; updates and collaborates with key stakeholders to roll out and communicate changes.
• Manages and maintains BlueShore’s Cybersecurity Framework; includes firewall configuration, maintenance, and monitoring; virus management and intrusion prevention and detection. à Bottom
• Maintains awareness of current security threat landscape, regulatory compliance requirements and new developments in information security. Relates trends back to BlueShore and/or corporate objectives; makes recommendations for improvement.
• Evaluates and recommends security products, services and/or procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness while keeping in mind business objectives, strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Works collaboratively with Learning team to educate users about IT/digital security.
• Works collaboratively with Corporate Security as needed on policy/procedures changes or other projects as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• 1-2 years’ directly-related experience in an IT security role
• Bachelor’s degree in technology/computer science or Diploma in technology plus additional directly related experience (in addition to above requirements)
• Working towards a security certification (CISSP, SSCP, GIAC Security Essentials, CompTIA Security +) considered an asset
• Experience in Information Technology security policies, controls, standards, frameworks and regulatory compliance
• Strong communicator (verbal and written); Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience

Pay Transparency

Pay transparency is an important characteristic of our recruitment process and overall BlueShore culture which supports a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce.

The target range of this role is $70,000 - $86,000/year, plus competitive variable performance bonus. Employment offers are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity.

What BlueShore Financial can provide you?

• 4 weeks of paid vacation to start, plus paid personal and wellness days
• On-site parking
• $1,000 flexible working bonus
• Opportunity to collaborate with a team of specialists
• A Performance Rewards Program which pays a variable cash reward recognizing the achievement of corporate, collaboration and individual goals.
• Limitless career progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, pension, flexible benefits and competitive compensation.

What BlueShore Financial needs from you:

• Recognize the strength that diversity, equity and inclusion brings
• Forge relationships with colleagues for strong collaboration
• Provide a premium level of service to all clients, internal and external
• Communicate effectively and professionally
• Exhibit a growth mind-set
• Strive for continuous learning
• Be a proactive thinker and problem solver
• Demonstrate digital excellence
• Be accountable for the risk responsibilities in your area

Be Richly Valued. At BlueShore Financial, our employees are as important as our clients. We strive to create a workplace culture of openness, empowerment, trust and passion. We are building an even stronger and better BlueShore by incorporating the values of diversity, equity and inclusion into our everyday practices. We believe in being curious, asking questions, and seeking to understand and embrace our differences. Our values unite our organization and are our guiding compass, but it is our exceptional employees that bring our corporate values to life. They are passionate about delivering exceptional client service and a banking experience that promises to impress.

From the moment you walk into one of our Financial Spas™, you’ll know you’ve arrived at a special place, where all the elements work together to stimulate the senses and create a distinctive atmosphere unlike any financial institution you’ve experienced. We embrace the West Coast lifestyle, while providing a premium and sophisticated experience for our clients and employees.

Got awards? At BlueShore Financial we are constantly innovating, connecting and improving to deliver exceptional client and employee experiences. As a result, we have grown to become an award-winning organization, garnering both local and national attention for our progressive practices. We've been formally recognized as one of "Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures" by Waterstone Human Capital.

BlueShore Financial is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We respectfully acknowledge that our services are provided on the unceded territories of the Lil’wat7ul (LíỈwat), xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

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