INFORMATION SECURITY SPECIALIST

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking an experienced Information Security Specialist to join our Information & Technology Services department

The Information Security Specialist serves as a subject matter expert and lead resource for security design and architecture, assessments, consultations, contract reviews, education, audit and compliance, and breach management. The Specialist works within ITS and with other NH business areas to ensure processes and practices support organizational information security policies and standards.

The Information Security Specialist deals with sensitive and critical situations and is responsible for recommending and implementing security processes, technologies and compliance systems. The Specialist assists management and staff to ensure that information security is considered throughout the design or re-design of programs or services, projects and initiatives. The Specialist has overall responsibility for the investigation of security incidents and participates in the development of material for training, education and awareness for NH staff, physicians or other users relevant to security procedures, policies and standards.

Starting salary will be approximately from $88,990 to $111,237 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized degree program in Computer Science, plus five (5) to seven (7) years recent, related experience in an enterprise, public sector and/or health care environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Certification in a cyber-security discipline (CISSP, CEH, CISA, SANS) is desirable. Active CISSP, SANS GIAC, or Security + certification preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of information security principles, standards, best practices, and industry trends.
• Comprehensive knowledge of core security technologies including firewalls, anti-virus, intrusion detection / prevention, monitoring / reporting.
• Knowledge of electronic information systems and information management processes (ITIL).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of information security principles, management, tools and procedures as well as networking concepts and technologies.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with professionalism, tact, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Excellent knowledge of core security technologies including firewalls, anti-malware, intrusion prevention, encryption, and web content filtering.
• Investigative and analytical skills to research, analyze, and interpret data and information from a variety of disparate sources.
• Excellent time management skills to prioritize, complete assignments, and schedule activities.
• Proficiency in business applications, Microsoft Office Suite, databases, internet/intranet, and report writing.
• Ability to set priorities and work unsupervised in a complex environment.
• Ability to drive a vehicle and possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

Comments

Competition #:

05715001

Employee Type:

PERMANENT FULL TIME

Bargaining Unit:

NON-CONTRACT

Facility:

BRUNSWICK BUILDING

Location:

Prince George, BC

Department:

NH CYBERSECURITY

Reports To:

MANAGER, INFORMATION SECURITY

Close Date:

OCTOBER 16, 2025

• All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT