ICT Cyber Security Analyst

About Brant Community Healthcare System

Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is a two-site community hospital system located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario. With over 130 years of service, BCHS includes Brantford General Hospital, offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, and The Willett in Paris, which houses an urgent care center and transitional care services. The organization is focused on quality care, teamwork, and building a healthy future for patients, staff, and the community.

Why Work at BCHS?

• Support for professional growth through a centralized Education Fund, tuition assistance, and development opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling within a standard work week.
• Career advancement via internal job postings, mentorship, and leadership training.
• Consistent work locations for stability.
• A collaborative work culture with interdisciplinary teams.
• Employee wellness programs, including peer support, wellness committees, and confidential Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
• Strong commitment to safety with comprehensive safety programs.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including an excellent pension plan.
• Dedication to diversity and inclusion with active efforts to remove systemic barriers and provide accommodations for religious practices and mental wellbeing.
• Recognition and reward initiatives for employees.
• Opportunity to have a tangible impact on patient care and community health.
• A culture that values civility, respect, dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness in all interactions.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the ICT Manager, the Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for operational cybersecurity tasks to support the organization's security framework. This includes implementing and maintaining security policies ensuring alignment with provincial cybersecurity standards, monitoring security events, vulnerability assessments, and managing security controls. The role is essential in safeguarding organizational technology, data, and users from cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security solutions such as SIEM, endpoint detection and response, email security, and firewall logs for potential threats.
• Conduct investigations, triage, and respond to cyber incidents per established response protocols.
• Perform regular vulnerability scans, risk assessments, and security evaluations of systems and applications.
• Collaborate with Network Administrators and ICT Analysts to plan and implement security enhancements and verify their effectiveness.
• Create and deliver cybersecurity awareness programs including training materials, tip sheets, and security bulletins.
• Manage monthly phishing simulation campaigns to enhance employee awareness and report findings to ICT leadership, hospital management, and oversight committees.
• Assist with cybersecurity audits and compliance reviews through documentation and evidence collection.
• Communicate risks, trends, and resolution statuses to management and governance bodies.
• Support the development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies and procedures across the ICT department.
• Provide security consultation to ICT team members.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging cyber threats, technologies, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field; candidates with equivalent education and experience will also be considered.
• At least five years of professional experience in cybersecurity, information security, or related IT fields.
• Familiarity with hospital or healthcare information systems preferred.
• Prior experience supporting hospital information system projects is advantageous.
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to operate independently as well as collaboratively across various organizational levels.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check is mandatory.

Core Abilities

• Skillful analysis of extensive data sets to discern genuine threats from false alarms.
• Expertise in diagnosing root causes and offering practical solutions during troubleshooting.
• Capability to perform effectively under pressure in incident situations.
• Strong prioritization and time management capabilities.
• Capacity to handle multiple alerts, incidents, and concurrent tasks efficiently.
• Detailed focus on security policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Commitment to continual process improvement within security operations.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

BCHS is devoted to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace reflective of community diversity. The organization welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and commits to eliminating barriers—including accommodating disabilities—in line with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process are encouraged to communicate their needs.

Additional Information

Brant Community Healthcare System does not utilize artificial intelligence or automated systems for candidate screening or ranking. All applications are reviewed personally by the recruitment team.