Coordinator of IT Security Services

Title : Coordinator of IT Security Services

Start Date : Immediate

Position Type : Permanent

Position Open To : Internal & External Applicants

Reporting to the Supervisor of IT Security Services, the Coordinator of IT Security Services provides comprehensive security support for all Information Technology infrastructure and services. Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Coordinator plays a key role in conducting administrative and disciplinary investigations related to IT systems, ensuring that all activities align with Board policies, regulatory requirements, and security best practices.

This role is responsible for protecting the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of all Board IT systems and data, whether hosted on‑premises or in external environments. The Coordinator ensures that security requirements are proactively embedded into system design, procurement, and implementation processes, while maintaining the ongoing security posture of existing systems.

The position requires continuous monitoring of the evolving threat landscape, with responsibility for recommending and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies and contributing to incident response activities. The Coordinator supports the development and refinement of policies, procedures, and protocols related to security investigations, system design, security operations, and breach response.

The Coordinator also provides training and guidance to both end users and technical staff to strengthen overall security awareness and capability across the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in computer studies or related discipline. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) highly desirable.
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP, CCSP an asset.
• Microsoft MCITP (MCSE) an asset.
• Minimum of four years related experience in enterprise IT infrastructure with an emphasis on security is preferred.

• Knowledge of SASE and next generation firewalls is an asset.
• Experience with XDR, SIEM and SOAR platforms, with experience in data source ingestion and creating detections and automations.
• Code and script development experience an asset.
• Ability to support responses for IT security breaches as directed.
• Experience conducting routine security audits on systems and services.
• Experience conducting IT security investigations (technical and administrative).
• Experience communicating with internal departments and external agencies on investigations.
• Ability to provide input to policies, procedures and reports for security investigations.
• Experience providing security awareness and training.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent prioritization and analytical skills.
• All other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of IT Security Services.

This position is located at the Chatham Regional Education Centre. Non‑union, 35 hours/week.

Level 4 - $88,900/annum - $98,778/annum

Comprehensive benefit package and OMERS pension plan are provided.

The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to supporting inclusive and equitable learning and work environments for all. Through our recruitment and selection process, we strive to provide a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• Persons who identify as women;
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to providing barrier‑free and accessible employment practice in compliance with the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.). In compliance with the A.O.D.A., the Lambton Kent District School Board will make necessary accommodations for applicants with disabilities to support participation in the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources if you require assistance.