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Security Manager

Security Manager

First Tek, Inc.Edmonton, AB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description :

Project Name : Court Technology Services Security Program

Scope :

Court Technology Services, withing the Alberta Courts is seeking a Project Manager to work on the design / implementation plan / program development plan for the Security Program / Practice within the technology delivery space of the Alberta Courts.

The PM - Security is responsible for working to establish, define the delivery mechanisms and support a new department-wide information security program to ensure information assets across multiple Courts (together, the Judicial and Administrative users are referred to as the Courts) and Court business units are effectively protected.

The PM - Security employs a very specialized skillset to understand what the needs of the organization are – related to cyber security – including threats / risks and how they are managed and communicated to various business areas and how IMT teams and business areas can avoid, reduce, or transfer these threats / risks, ensuring consistent protection of the Court's information assets. The incumbent must be a critical thinker that demonstrates strong leadership and relationship building skills to support the design of a robust security management program.

The resource will be responsible for the following tasks / activities :

Security Specific :

  • Provide leadership to develop, advise, consult, and manage the design and implementation of information security strategies and controls to ensure consistent plans and security requirements are established to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of Courts assets.
  • Participate in the ongoing development and implementation of security strategies, plans and security services to mitigate security risks across the Courts.
  • Design a set of specific security services or capabilities to support the business and maintain information security across the Courts. For services that may be outsourced, develop requirements for procurement documentation.
  • Advanced technical writing skills and experience in relation to developing IT security policies and procurement contracts and tenders.
  • Superior IT project management skills and a thorough practical knowledge of project management methodology to enable scheduling and control of several projects simultaneously.
  • Specific knowledge in M365-E5 security, firewall technology, security practice, LAN / WAN internet-working technology, security tools, methods, systems and protocols, networking and application protocols, router IOS's and intrusion prevention systems is essential.

Project Management Specific :

  • Develop and manage all aspects of project and program engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks and issues in collaboration with the senior leadership team and internal stakeholders;
  • Coordinate with stakeholders and schedule meetings.
  • Prepare briefing notes, meeting minutes, and other documents;
  • Prepare presentations for engagement with stakeholders, steering committees, project groups and other stakeholders;
  • Manage tasks and action items and follow up and escalate as required;
  • Provide support by bridging communication between external stakeholders, the Alberta Courts, Technology and innovation teams, etc.;
  • Coordinate approvals and sign-offs;
  • Maintain engagement, meeting, and opportunity trackers;
  • Respond to stakeholder requests;
  • Complete documentation for decision making processes;
  • Provide direction to cross functional team(s) to ensure successful delivery of product(s);
  • Track and monitor scope and timelines for delivery of data product(s); and
  • Analyze and report on progress. Communicate project status and all relevant information to stakeholders.
  • Duties :

  • Responsible for the design and implementation planning for the Courts Security Program including strategic planning, design, procurement and implementation.
  • Oversees all aspects of the project. Builds an effective operating environment, defines project objectives, scope, and guiding principles, conducts comprehensive analysis of the projects, monitors and summarizes progress of the project. Builds and maintains working relationships with Courts stakeholders, project vendors, and GoA departments involved in the project. Prepares reports for management regarding status of project.
  • Compile project charters and business / project plans with clear objectives and expected project outcomes to support activities, including the most suitable approach to be used in the development of each deliverable and work product, to ensure business objectives and data integrity are achieved.
  • Manage project(s) that will document business requirements, design and deliver IT solutions that are compliant with and contribute to the organization's enterprise architecture and security posture.
  • Assist with the development of recommendations including providing details of resource requirements, dependencies, interdependencies, policy implications pertaining to internal / external influences and the methodology to be applied.
  • Produce and package deliverables for presentation to various internal support teams, steering committee, and other project stakeholders.
  • Manage multiple tasks, project resources and project governance.
  • Conduct consultations with key internal Courts stakeholders and Ministry of Justice stakeholders
  • Work with project vendors to ensure that effective project communication exists through the duration of the project including escalation of risks as required.
  • Take responsibility for ongoing client satisfaction – manage peer-level client relationships and overcome hurdles to ensure win-win solutions.
  • Coordinate with leadership to develop a well-defined project plans that clearly states the project's objectives, scope, assumptions, timeline, resource requirements, risks, benefits and budget.
  • Work with project sponsors and the project management office to develop a project organization structure with clearly defined roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders.
  • Document and report project status against established objectives, milestones, budget and resources and facilitate tracking and closure of issues and risks.
  • Develop project schedule plans and strategies, estimate resource requirements, develop and monitor work plans and take corrective action for completion of project tasks.
  • Provide guidance to project resources in establishing work priorities and prompt delivery of project tasks.
  • Develop, as required, related requirements documentation.
  • In collaboration with project sponsors, assess whether the project achieved stated outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement for future similar projects.
  • Provide leadership and assistance to project teams that require change management and communication support.
  • Engage and establish positive working relationships with subject matter representatives across the Alberta Courts and Court Technology Services to ensure that project decisions, directions and recommendations align and consider broader Court directions;
  • Provide input and / or develop Chief, Minister / Deputy Minister / Assistant Deputy Minister-level briefings, as required;
  • Work within the standards defined by the project management office and in the absence of standards work with the project management office to define new standards.
  • Equipment requirements :

  • Court Technology Services will supply laptop or desktop
  • Working Hours :

    Standard Hours of work are 08 : 15 – 16 : 30 Alberta time

  • It is anticipated the role will be hybrid with a minimum of 3 days in office including Tuesdays, Wednesdays and one other day on a set schedule. In the event of an onsite meeting during an approved work-from-home day, the GoA does not pay for travel to attend on-site meetings, nor any expenses related to relocation, commuting, housing / accommodation, food / drink.
  • Notes on Location :

    Resource will work in a hybrid manner with a minimum of 3 days in office as above, though must be available for onsite meetings when required.

    Work location :

    1st Floor – John E. Brownlee Building

    10365 97 St. NW

    Edmonton Alberta T5J 3W7

    Incumbency :

  • This is a net new role.
  • Enhanced Background check required

  • A standard criminal record check will be required before we start the Enhanced Security Clearance process.
  • An Enhanced Security Clearance will be required for these positions, which will be coordinated by GoA only for these positions.
  • Mandatory Training Courses :

  • Once hired the resource will be required to complete all mandatory training which includes but not limited to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and Security awareness training. There may also be some optional courses as well.
  • Anticipated Interviews dates

  • will be held between (Dec13-Dec17)
  • Refer to the Job Posting attachments for the proposed form of contract applicable to this Contingent Resource Request

    Scoring Methodology :

    Financial / Pricing : 20%

    Resource Qualifications : 20%

    Interview Process : 60%

    SUBMISSION MUST INCLUDE :

    RESUME

    ALL REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE DESCRIBED IN RESUME UNDER THE JOB / PROJECT WHERE EXPERIENCE WAS ATTAINED.

    EACH JOB / PROJECT MUST CONTAIN THE TERM OF THE JOB / PROJECT IN THE FORMAT MMM / YYYY to MMM / YYYY.

    RESOURCE REFERENCES

    Three references, for whom similar work has been performed, must be provided. The most recent reference should be listed first. Reference checks may or may not be completed to assist with scoring of the proposed resource.

    Benefits :

    The benefits available with this position include :

  • Ongoing Training (RSO, Systems, Software Programs, OSHA Safety, JJ Keller, etc.)
  • Continuous Employment Development and Learning
  • Ongoing Advocacy, internal assets with HSE, Legal and HR teams and experts to aid in Employee Career Path and Advancement
  • Dental Insurance Coverage
  • Vision Insurance Coverage
  • Basic Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Long Term Disability
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Direct Deposit
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