Senior Cyber Security Specialist with strong expertise in Security Architecture and Project Management. Here's a breakdown of the ideal candidate profile:

• Expertise in Security Architecture Design:

  • Strong understanding of security design principles and best practices.

  • Experience with digital signatures, encryption, firewalls, access control, authentication, virus protection, etc.

  • Ability to identify and mitigate risks, resolve vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with security standards.

• Experience with Complex Systems:

  • Implementing security in distributed and complex systems.

  • Knowledge of network security, operating system security, and application-level security.

• Communication with Internal Stakeholders:

  • Acting as a liaison with IT security staff, senior management, and program management.

  • Ability to advise on security risks, privacy concerns, and industry standards.

  • Experience with Threat and Risk Assessment (TRA) and security policy development.

• Legal and Compliance Knowledge:

  • Familiarity with Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and other relevant legislation.

  • Understanding of corporate directives on security and confidentiality.

• Leading Large-Scale Projects:

  • Experience in managing security architecture projects or security components of larger IT projects.

  • Skills in strategic planning, resource allocation, and project execution.

  • Ability to coordinate teams, prepare reports, conduct feasibility studies, and present findings.

• Enterprise Architecture Deliverables:

  • Hands-on experience developing enterprise architecture models based on government processes (e.g., Ontario Government Enterprise Architecture).