Cyber Security Specialist Co-op
Top Benefits
About the role
At FSRA, our vision is to ensure financial safety, fairness, and choice for Ontarians. As a financial services regulator, we’re passionate about protecting consumers. Our principles-based approach means we can quickly and effectively respond to the changing needs of consumers and the industry.
Our team combines industry expertise with commitment to public service. We attract individuals who are interested in meaningful work and who measure success through outcomes, not inputs.
At FSRA, we invest in the personal and professional growth of our team. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes an employer-matched
defined benefit pension plan
, comprehensive and competitive benefits plan, a hybrid work model and flexible work arrangements. We prioritise learning and development, wellbeing, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and community giving.
Join FSRA and help us shape the future of regulation for generations to come!
Job Description:
Salary Range: $32,238.00 - $36,536.00 annually (Depending on # of completed Co-op terms)
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Accountable for providing cyber security services and support in the areas of information technology security risk, system vulnerability assessment and business assessments across FSRA
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists with the delivery of the Security Awareness Training and Phish Test campaigns including selecting content, drafting materials and presenting to users)
- Collects background information, analyzes stakeholder responses and drafts reports in support of the team’s conduct of cybersecurity risk assessments.
- Performs research of industry trends, and best practices for cybersecurity related matters.
- Investigates potential security incidents escalated from various cybersecurity event sources.
- Participates in cybersecurity incident response activities, from triage and containment all the way to eradication and recovery.
- Assists in the evaluation, procurement and deployment of leading cybersecurity technologies and solutions that FSRA is considering enhancing its cybersecurity posture.
- Prepares Change Advisory Board material so that selected systems can be implemented to production, liaising with IT teams to facilitate deployment to production and ongoing maintenance.
- Monitors operational systems and responds to alerts and events to ensure they continue to operate
- Monitors and maintains cybersecurity controls (e.g., Cybersecurity Risk Assessment process, Security Awareness Training, and Security Governance activities.
- Assists in performing vulnerability management activities – scanning, analysis, interpretation, communication, and remediation.
- Provides cybersecurity consulting services to the rest of FSRA by responding to inquiries and providing subject matter knowledge through various channels.
- Develops and maintains process and procedure documentation.
- Monitors and responds to inquiries to the cybersecurity mailbox.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Enrolled in a co-operative education in a post-secondary institution, in the field of technology.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity technologies (e.g., Active Directory, EDR, SIEM, Vulnerability Management, SOAR, DLP, MDM, Cryptography, IAM, PAM/
- Skills in Threat Risk Assessments, Security Governance, Security Operations, Security Engineering, Security Architecture
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal).
- Strong MS Office skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Strong willingness to learn.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Job Posting End Date:
Oct 27, 2022
Job postings close at 11:59pm on the date noted.
Employment Type:
Co-op (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36.25
FSRA is committed to ensuring equity in employment. Our goal is to create a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to ensure our services and communications are accessible to all individuals. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
NOTE: ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED
About Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA)
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is a new, independent regulatory agency created to improve consumer and pension plan beneficiary protections in Ontario.
FSRA was established to replace the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) and the Deposit Insurance Corporation of Ontario (DICO). The agency is flexible, self-funded and designed to respond rapidly to an evolving commercial and consumer environment. In this capacity, FSRA will:
• Promote high standards of business conduct • Foster a sustainable, competitive financial services sector • Respond to market changes quickly • Promote good administration of insurance and pension plans • Encourage innovation
The newly created agency protects Ontarians by regulating:
• Property and casualty insurance • Life and health insurance • Credit unions and caisses populaires • Loan and trust companies • Mortgage brokers • Health services providers (related to auto insurance) • Pension plan administrators • Financial planners and advisors
For more information, visit www.fsrao.ca
Cyber Security Specialist Co-op
Top Benefits
About the role
At FSRA, our vision is to ensure financial safety, fairness, and choice for Ontarians. As a financial services regulator, we’re passionate about protecting consumers. Our principles-based approach means we can quickly and effectively respond to the changing needs of consumers and the industry.
Our team combines industry expertise with commitment to public service. We attract individuals who are interested in meaningful work and who measure success through outcomes, not inputs.
At FSRA, we invest in the personal and professional growth of our team. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes an employer-matched
defined benefit pension plan
, comprehensive and competitive benefits plan, a hybrid work model and flexible work arrangements. We prioritise learning and development, wellbeing, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and community giving.
Join FSRA and help us shape the future of regulation for generations to come!
Job Description:
Salary Range: $32,238.00 - $36,536.00 annually (Depending on # of completed Co-op terms)
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Accountable for providing cyber security services and support in the areas of information technology security risk, system vulnerability assessment and business assessments across FSRA
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists with the delivery of the Security Awareness Training and Phish Test campaigns including selecting content, drafting materials and presenting to users)
- Collects background information, analyzes stakeholder responses and drafts reports in support of the team’s conduct of cybersecurity risk assessments.
- Performs research of industry trends, and best practices for cybersecurity related matters.
- Investigates potential security incidents escalated from various cybersecurity event sources.
- Participates in cybersecurity incident response activities, from triage and containment all the way to eradication and recovery.
- Assists in the evaluation, procurement and deployment of leading cybersecurity technologies and solutions that FSRA is considering enhancing its cybersecurity posture.
- Prepares Change Advisory Board material so that selected systems can be implemented to production, liaising with IT teams to facilitate deployment to production and ongoing maintenance.
- Monitors operational systems and responds to alerts and events to ensure they continue to operate
- Monitors and maintains cybersecurity controls (e.g., Cybersecurity Risk Assessment process, Security Awareness Training, and Security Governance activities.
- Assists in performing vulnerability management activities – scanning, analysis, interpretation, communication, and remediation.
- Provides cybersecurity consulting services to the rest of FSRA by responding to inquiries and providing subject matter knowledge through various channels.
- Develops and maintains process and procedure documentation.
- Monitors and responds to inquiries to the cybersecurity mailbox.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Enrolled in a co-operative education in a post-secondary institution, in the field of technology.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity technologies (e.g., Active Directory, EDR, SIEM, Vulnerability Management, SOAR, DLP, MDM, Cryptography, IAM, PAM/
- Skills in Threat Risk Assessments, Security Governance, Security Operations, Security Engineering, Security Architecture
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal).
- Strong MS Office skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Strong willingness to learn.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Job Posting End Date:
Oct 27, 2022
Job postings close at 11:59pm on the date noted.
Employment Type:
Co-op (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36.25
FSRA is committed to ensuring equity in employment. Our goal is to create a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to ensure our services and communications are accessible to all individuals. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
NOTE: ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED
About Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA)
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is a new, independent regulatory agency created to improve consumer and pension plan beneficiary protections in Ontario.
FSRA was established to replace the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) and the Deposit Insurance Corporation of Ontario (DICO). The agency is flexible, self-funded and designed to respond rapidly to an evolving commercial and consumer environment. In this capacity, FSRA will:
• Promote high standards of business conduct • Foster a sustainable, competitive financial services sector • Respond to market changes quickly • Promote good administration of insurance and pension plans • Encourage innovation
The newly created agency protects Ontarians by regulating:
• Property and casualty insurance • Life and health insurance • Credit unions and caisses populaires • Loan and trust companies • Mortgage brokers • Health services providers (related to auto insurance) • Pension plan administrators • Financial planners and advisors
For more information, visit www.fsrao.ca