24-33 Information Security Manager

at  Technical Safety BC

THE OPPORTUNITY

As the Information Security Manager, you report to the Vice President of Business Transformation & Technology. Your main job is to keep our information safe in the digital world. You work closely with different parts of the company to make sure our security practices meet standards and protect our data. You also assess and report on any risks to our information, all while helping the business move forward. You’re not just a tech expert; you also explain the importance of cybersecurity to leaders and oversee various security activities. In short, you’re the guardian of our digital safety and compliance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE:

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience, with three years in an information security leadership role and a university degree or higher.
• Sound knowledge of business management and a working knowledge of information security risk management and cybersecurity technologies.
• Proven track record and experience in developing information security plans, policies and procedures, as well as successfully executing programs that meet the objectives of excellence in a dynamic business environment.
• Excellent analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects under strict timelines, as well as the ability to work well in a demanding, dynamic environment and meet overall objectives.
• Professional security management certification is desirable, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other similar credentials.
• Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, COBIT and those from NIST, including 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate information security and risk-related concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences at various hierarchical levels, ranging from board members to technical specialists.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Must be a critical thinker, with strong problem-solving skills.
• High level of personal integrity, the ability to professionally handle confidential matters and show appropriate judgment and maturity.
• Proficiency in performing risk, business impact, control and vulnerability assessments, and in defining treatment strategies.
• Highly developed ability to influence other departments and employees to act in accordance with the Client Experience Vision.

• Community & Wellness – We recognize and respect each other’s diverse needs. We strive to maintain a healthy culture of psychological safety, belonging, and space to prioritize healthy minds and well-being. This includes Wellness Wednesday (meeting free time), flexible paid holidays, a free subscription to the Calm app, and a flexible hybrid work environment focused on connections. Our teams also enjoy giving back to the community, and having fun, whether volunteering in the community, or running together on our Sun Run team. In 2023, Technical Safety BC donated to Crisis Centre BC, Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness, BC Wildfire Recovery, PADS, and Rise to Thrive Foundation.
• Employee Resource Groups – We have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for Mental Health & Wellness, Indigenous Relations & Reconciliation, and Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) to support initiatives we’re passionate about.
• Learning & Development – We value giving and receiving feedback, as well as encouraging different ways for us to continuously learn as a company. This can be through lessons learned, wrap up sessions, one-on-one meetings, and team or individual courses, workshops, and conferences. In addition, we offer up to $1500 tuition aid per calendar year to support your education and learning goals.
• Compensation & Benefits – In full transparency, you can find our industry-competitive compensation information on our postings. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive plan. For our regular employees, we have outstanding benefits that include extended health, dental and disability coverage, access to an employee and family assistance program (EFAP), competitive annual paid vacation entitlements, public service defined benefit pension plan, generous top-up allowance for new parents, and time-off for caregiving, moving, and adoption leave. We recently upgraded our mental health benefits to $1500 separate from our non-mental health paramedical services too.