Policy and Risk Management Lead – Concordia University

Title of the Job: Policy and Risk Management Lead

Location: Quebec City, QC

Job Description: Position Number: 50021267
Department: Administration Services, Instructional and Information Technology Services
Grade: GR14
Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)Salary: $90,736.83 – $108,393.34 per annum
Union/Association/HR Policy: CUPEUPosting deadline: October 18, 2024Recognized as Canada’s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.NOTE: RepostSCOPE
Reporting to the Director, Administrative Services, the incumbent develops and maintains processes, policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices, technological development, and regulatory requirements. Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and tracking risks linked to the university’s IT environment and integrating management processes and key risks to the University’s enterprise risk management processes.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and lead an IT risk assessment process to identify and evaluate potential IT risks before they impact operations; conducts risk assessments across all IT projects and operations; brings awareness and integrate IT risk management processes and key risks to the University’s enterprise risk management processes.
• Creates and keeps up to date new and existing University IT policies, directives, and procedures.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of technical controls and configurations to align with policies, directives, and procedures
• Maintains and is responsible for the University’s IT Risk Register. Documents, tracks, and reports on risk mitigation measures.
• Provides regular updates and reports to stakeholders and senior IT leadership.
• Collaborates with University risk and policy officers to ensure institutional coherence and alignment.
• Provides advisory support to leadership and operational teams.
• Provides guidance and training to employees on policies and best practices.
• Executes other tasks and activities as identified by the Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field with 4-7 years of experience in information security, IT audit, governance, and/or IT Risk Management. Knowledge of the higher education environment an asset.
• Good understanding of complex information systems.
• Minimum 2 years working experience with risk discovery and assessment, as well as appropriate mitigation and controls.
• Knowledge and working experience with risk management frameworks (COSO, NIST RMF, ISO 31000, ITSG-33)
• Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English and French language skills.
• Knowledge of Quebec and Canadian law is desirable (LGGRI, LPRPDE, Loi 25)
• Knowledge of security technologies such as various monitoring and log aggregation platforms, penetration testing frameworks, operating systems, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions.
• Professional certifications are an asset (ITIL, COBIT, CRMP, CRISC, PMI)
• Must have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

Company Name: Concordia University

Salary: $90736.83 – 108393.34 per year

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