Manager, Cybersecurity and Policy Advisor

Competition Number S181162P

Position Title Manager, Cybersecurity and Policy Advisor

Position Number A99795

Employee Group Administrator

Position Status Regular Full-Time

Start Date 

End Date (if applicable) 

Department IT Services

Additional Notes 

Location North Vancouver

Working with us 

As a member of the Digital technology services (DTS) team here within Capilano University, you will be a vital asset in providing an exceptional experience to both our employee and student communities through invention, collaboration, and technical talent.

As we embark on our university wide digital transformation, we’ll be seeking fellow trailblazers to join our teams as we integrate state of the art technologies. With a variety of projects and initiatives in the pipeline, there is no shortage of opportunity to innovate.

Within our teams, you’ll be working alongside a variety of talented individuals involved in initiatives focused on cyber security, data analysis, operational analytics, quality assurance, integration, customization, and implementation.

Do you have a passion for optimization? Join us in creating a lasting impact that goes beyond routine tasks, contributing to the long-term success of our technological landscape and the university community.

What you’ll do 

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Central Cybersecurity Services, and a part of the Associate Vice President (AVP) DTS leadership team, the Manager, Cybersecurity and Policy Advisor leads the cybersecurity team that provides cybersecurity governance and policies to digital solutions across the university. This role will have the opportunity to influence and drive lasting efforts in the University’s digital transformation, with significant student and employee impact through the management and monitoring of a robust cybersecurity program and development of policies relating to digital solutions. In close alignment with university wide strategy, critical components of this position includes: updates to the cybersecurity strategy, risk management framework, vulnerability management program, cybersecurity protection, cybersecurity access controls, cybersecurity detection and incident response plan. The role requires a strong focus on building and maintaining relationships both across the CapU community and externally with sector colleagues and vendors. 

• In consultation with the Director, DTO and Cybersecurity and the Senior Manager Central Cybersecurity Services plans, implements, and manages cybersecurity governance that is guided by cybersecurity frameworks, critical security controls and the National Cybersecurity Assessment (NCA) framework. 
• Develops and manages policies and guidelines relating to cybersecurity which all digital solutions must adhere to. 
• Proactively contributes to technical assessments from a cybersecurity perspective of all digital solutions that are being selected for the digital ecosystem. This includes providing security requirements and performing evaluations from a cybersecurity perspective for RFPs. 
• Develops DTS policies and manages these in a central repository. Including conducting annual reviews of all DTS policies to ensure relevancy. 
• Develops and manages the cybersecurity sections of technical assessments.  Develops and maintains cybersecurity training material. 
• Conducts audits to ensure that cybersecurity training compliance is at an adequate level at the university. 
• Performs follow up with university community members who are not compliant, including managing the refresher program. 
• What you’ll bring
• A Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience, with 1 years in a recent leadership role with direct responsibility for a cybersecurity program, preferably in a public sector environment. 
• Demonstrated experience in leading a cybersecurity program. 
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of cybersecurity processes, tools, and procedures, including policies and establishing governance structures. 
• Industry relevant designations such as CISSP, CISA, CRISC, ITIL, TOGAF. 
• Experience with the ITIL framework and ITSM best practices, tools, and techniques; ITIL certification is an asset. 
• Broad technical knowledge relating to cybersecurity practices, including patching, firewalls, network configurations, phishing, and software deployment. 
• Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating and presenting cybersecurity risks to varies levels within an organization. 
• Demonstrated experience in developing policies relating to a digital technology department, including cloud based 

For more informationFor more information, please see the complete job description.

BenefitsAt Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life. Take a sneak peak to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.

Days and Hours of WorkOur standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm. This position may include evenings, weekends and non-standard work weeks.

Bridge Period (if applicable)

Pay Group 11

SalaryThis position has a salary range of $92,139 (minimum) to $122,852 (midpoint) to $135,137 (maximum) per annum. Employment offers will typically be made between the minimum and midpoint of the range and are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity.

Additionally, Capilano University also offers a competitive total rewards package (college pension plan, employer paid benefit premiums, health spending account, modified work week, remote working options, etc.)

Union N/A

Job Open Date 05/17/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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