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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Onsite
Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca
Job Description:
Job Description
Reporting to the Information Security Manager, the Cyber Security Specialist plays an integral role in the delivery of the Cyber Security program through the Local Delivery Group (LDG) in the Central East Region. This role will be a part of a collaborative team that will implement, manage and support Cyber Security infrastructure, policies, practices and assessments to ensure the organization Cyber Security maturity goals are met.
As a Cyber Security Specialist, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets and infrastructure against potential cyber threats. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring security measures to protect computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber-attacks. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our information systems and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
Responsibilities:
• Design, implement and maintain cyber security systems within the organizational infrastructure
•Continuously monitor and assess business needs against security concerns, proactively recommending changes to enhance information systems security posture.
• Review and enhance activities for IT risks control, ensuring that operational and application compliance with established security procedures, systems, and policies
• Lead information security assessment and testing, encompassing penetration testing, vulnerability mitigation, threat modeling, authentication, access, and authorization controls
• Conduct thorough evaluations of incoming technology and vendors to ensure comprehensive due diligence.
• Evaluation of new systems, technologies, and services for security due diligence, ensuring alignment with organizational security standards.
• Stay abreast of current cyber security threat landscape and trends, providing ongoing education and training to relevant stakeholders
• Foster collaboration with similar organizations to maintain cyber security industry standards and readiness for potential security incidents throughput the healthcare landscape.
• Collaborate with the Technical team to ensure a seamless implementation of security policies and procedures across the organization.
• Proactively monitor systems for vulnerabilities and enact appropriate remediation measures based on documented security standards..
• Manage Security awareness training initiatives to educate and empower the regional/CE CIS user base against cyber threats.
• Educating the Regional / CE CIS user base to safeguard against cyber-attacks, including those leveraging social engineering tactics aimed at manipulating individuals to divulge sensitive information or perform unauthorized actions.
• Collaborate with regional partners to fortify shared systems against emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Manage security incidents and lead incident management efforts to minimize organizational risk
• Conduct periodic reviews of disaster recovery plans to ensure effectiveness and relevance
• Regularly review and update security policies to align with evolving threat landscapes and regulatory requirements
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the management to support the overall security objectives of the organization
Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree or diploma in a relevant technology field.
• 5+ years work experience managing Cyber Security infrastructure in an enterprise environment
• Strong understanding of enterprise network, cyber security systems, vulnerabilities, and support requirements.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in network security, network protocols and functionality including TCP/IP, Active Directory, Domain Name Services, FTP/SCP, IIS administration, and HTTP.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in Microsoft Windows infrastructure design and administration
• Demonstrated proficiency in Cloud Security, along with experience in hardware or software load balancing solutions, in-depth knowledge of SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) solutions and End-point Detection and Response (EDR) technologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge with Palo Alto, Crowdstrike, Splunk, and other similar platforms is highly preferred.
Behavioral
• Advanced problem solving and analytical skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills both written and verbal
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public.
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing education and learning
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Highly self-motivated with a passion for learning
This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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