Senior Cybersecurity Specialist
$102,149–$127,629 year
On-site · Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Job Summary
The role leads the City of Regina’s IT Security efforts as a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist, focusing on developing and maintaining the Information Technology Security Framework to protect digital corporate information assets, improving security posture, and guiding risk-based decisions. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, maintaining, and reviewing security controls, policies, standards, and procedures; contributing to cybersecurity strategy and enterprise security planning; performing hands-on monitoring, analysis, and investigation of threats and incidents; administering risk tracking and remediation across teams; providing expert advice on projects and promoting cybersecurity awareness; guiding asset classification, threat risk assessments, and ensuring safeguards; managing security measures to prevent, detect, and audit unauthorized access; consulting on security issues with audits, legal, HR, and external partners; maintaining relationships with external agencies and staying current on threats and practices; and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure secure operations within the City’s Enterprise Architecture. Requirements include a Computer Science degree (or equivalent) and 7–10 years of information security experience, professional security certifications (CISM/CISSP or equivalent), strong networking and risk management knowledge, ISO 27001 familiarity, incident response and monitoring skills, and excellent communication. The position notes the potential for a criminal record check and education verification as part of the application process, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in public service.
Required Qualifications
- Typically requires a Computer Science degree and 7–10 years of information security experience
- Holds or is eligible for CISM and/or CISSP, with additional certifications (CISA, GSEC, PCI, I.S.P.) considered assets
- Proof of education is required
- Strong knowledge of networking, security methodologies, access controls, and risk management processes
- Experience with ISO 27001 standards, security legislation (e.g., PCI, PII), and incident response management
- Demonstrated experience with cybersecurity tools and platforms used for identity management, monitoring, threat detection, and incident response
- Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
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