Information Security Architect Job Surrey area,BC Canada,IT/Tech

Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $46.37 - $66.66 / hour

Job Summary

We are hiring a Temp Full Time Information Security Architect to join our team in Surrey B.C. This position is focused on Incident Response and Planning Table top exercises. Support the organization's incident response program by contributing technical expertise during security incidents, investigations, and post‑incident reviews. Design and validate architectural controls that improve detection, containment, and recovery capabilities, and participate in the planning, development, and execution of cybersecurity tabletop exercises to assess preparedness, identify gaps, and strengthen organizational resilience.

Responsibilities

Develops, assesses, implements, manages and provides recommendations on information security policies, procedures and processes; prepares reports, papers, updates and information security briefings for presentations to internal and external stakeholders; reviews, evaluates and provides recommendations on related information security policies and processes consistent with established FH policies.

Designs, implements and maintains enterprise security solutions and access controls to ensure compliance with security procedures, policies, professional standards and related legislation; provides monitoring, auditing and investigation expertise into security, policy and appropriate use violations.

Collaborates with teams within the IM/IT in leading the security vision and implementing strategy on security architectures of applications, programs and innovative initiatives.

Develops specifications for information security systems to operate on a local and wide area network system by gathering information from stakeholders and support vendors, develops and documents systems and procedures and prepares implementation plans.

Investigates and reviews information security incidents and/or violations of a sensitive nature that have varied implications including the potential for recommending disciplinary action or penalties for staff and third‑party vendors in breach of corporate policies and procedures.

Provides expert technical advice and consultation to internal and external stakeholders by performing analysis, providing recommendations for proposed information security technology changes and providing input into systems development for new technology, technology solutions and technology alternatives.

Collaborates with the Information Privacy department and other key stakeholders in promoting information security best practices by developing and assisting in the delivery of FH‑wide security education and training materials to staff, internal and external stakeholders.

Participates in information security, vulnerability and risk assessments related to the security features of the information systems, networks and related administrative activities; recommends mitigation strategies, where applicable.

Analyzes complex information through acute problem solving in order to manage and investigate security incidents; develops reports, action plans and response communication on mitigation strategies; assists and supports the provincial e‑Health programs and initiatives in security and privacy compliance.

Participates in the development of information security technology solutions to align with industry and FH information security standards; evaluates and recommends third party solutions, where applicable.

Acts as project leader on assigned security‑related projects by developing project plans and charters, identifying major project milestones, associated tasks and timelines, managing deliverables and evaluating project outcomes.

Develops annual goals and objectives for the area of responsibility, in collaboration with the Director, ensuring alignment with department plans, organizational objectives and strategies.

Maintains current awareness of global security trends and changes by monitoring federal and provincial initiatives, conducts industry comparisons and attends seminars and workshops.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related field supplemented with five (5) years'…