Job Description

POSITION: Cybersecurity and IT Compliance Engineer
REPORTS TO: Manager, Cybersecurity and IT Compliance
DEPARTMENT: Information Technology Services (ITS)
LOCATION: North Bay
REFERENCE: 800-144-26
SALARY: $97,578 - $114,790
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1100 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Cybersecurity and IT Compliance Engineer ensures the protection of corporate data, systems, and infrastructure by leading the design, enforcement, and continuous improvement of security policies, controls, and technologies. This role exists to safeguard digital and physical access, maintain regulatory compliance, and support secure operations across Ontario Northland's IT environment.
MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and analyze logs and reports from all security systems and physical security environments.
• Investigate and contain security breaches; execute and regularly test incident response plans.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and system audits, support internal and external audit requests.
• Maintain current knowledge of IT security trends, threat vectors, and emerging technologies.
• Recommend and implement new or enhanced security solutions to improve enterprise security.
• Enforce and maintain IT security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure secure system configurations, apply patches, and manage operating system upgrades.
• Coordinate with Information Management and GRC functions to ensure IT compliance.
• Serve as an escalation point for Cybersecurity and IT Compliance Specialists.
• Lead planning and execution of business continuity and disaster recovery strategies; conduct exercises and audit results.
• Configure and manage 24/7 monitoring of systems and networks for threats.
• Integrate threat intelligence into detection and response workflows.
• Review and manage firewall rules and logs.
• Manage user account setups, access controls, and templated job profiles for automated permission assignment via AD groups.
• Monitor and configure SCIM for cross-domain identity management.
• Collaborate with SECCAS providers and support IAM/PAM systems.
• Support endpoint security, SSO integrations, and application security.
• Participate in code reviews, white-hat testing, and DevSecOps initiatives including AI, data, and development security.
• Deliver security awareness training and maintain a catalogue of all technology systems and access controls.
• Manage and maintain emergency notification systems for first aid alerts, 911 notifications, and evacuation alarms.
• Provide infrastructure design solutions and participate in enterprise architecture planning.
• Deploy, integrate, and configure new security solutions and enhancements.
• Contribute to secure application development as a security specialist and solution provider.
• Manage and maintain all security systems and associated software including firewalls, IDS/IPS, cryptography, video surveillance, and antivirus.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College Diploma in Computer Networking, Science, or Engineering
• CISSP, ITIL certification or similar frameworks (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, ISO 15020000, COBIT) are preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in the IT Security field
• Demonstrated expertise in networking technologies and internet protocols
• Experience working with video surveillance systems
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with virtual server environments and cloud infrastructure
• Proficiency in Linux environments is an asset
• Experience in gathering and analyzing technical and business requirements
• Advanced knowledge and experience in Microsoft-based environments
• Proven ability to lead and influence IT staff at all levels in adopting cybersecurity and network standards, processes, and controls
• Capable of training others on complex systems and providing support-related guidance
• In-depth understanding of IT Operations and IT Service Management practices
• Strong project management skills, including planning, risk management, budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination
• Ability to provide expert advice to staff, project teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Skilled in identifying complex issues, assessing risks, and recommending viable solutions
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Highly motivated, organized, and efficient with a strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous process improvement
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Strong commitment to health and safety practices

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.
CLOSING DATE: October 5, 2025, no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers
At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
Les offres d'emploi sont egalement disponibles en francais. Visitez notre site Web sur les carrieres ou appelez le 1-800-363-7512, poste 394 pour plus de renseignements.

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