Information Security Officer

Location: Portage la Prairie, MB, is the preferred Service Centre location for this position, however other MASC Service Centre locations will also be considered. There may be an opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement.

Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) has an exciting opportunity for you to be a part of a team that values building relationships, enables change, and supports the agriculture industry in Manitoba. Come join our team as we offer an engaging work environment, competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package (including pension plan), and we encourage a healthy work-life balance.

Reporting to the Chief Digital Officer, the Information Security Officer (ISO) is responsible for the design, implementation, and monitoring of controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility of MASC information and systems.

MASC values excellence, integrity, and accountability. We strive to enhance existing products and develop new products, transform service delivery to enrich the client experience, pursue customer driven organizational change, and maximize performance, engagement, and development of all employees.

MASC has five core competencies: communication, decision making, initiative & innovation, leadership, and organization. Competencies relate to every position at MASC and along with the technical requirements, are included in the qualifications for all positions at MASC.
 
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Post-secondary education in Information Technology or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in network and digital security with emphasis on implementing information security best practices.
• Experience with Agile and ITIL best practices, such as ITIL v4.
• Experience with cloud-based services such as Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Experience performing internal audits and ensuring compliance with third party auditors.
• Experience delivering customer service excellence.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to articulate security-related and technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Knowledge of performing digital risk analysis.
• Knowledge of security systems including network, system, and application layers.

• Knowledge of modern application programming and scripting practices, is an asset.
• Digital certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker, is an asset.
• Security certifications such as NIST Cyber Security or Microsoft Certified Cyber Security Architect expert, is an asset.
• Control frameworks training such as COBIT or SABSA, is an asset.
• Ability to communicate verbally in both official languages (French and English), is an asset.

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba.

SALARY: $77,808 – 101,904 per annum (under review)
CLOSING DATE: January 12, 2025
COMPETITION: #2024-25-14
APPLY IN WRITING TO:
MASC – Human Resources
Unit 100 – 1525 First Street S
Brandon, MB R7A 7A1
E-mail: hr@masc.mb.ca

We believe diversity strengthens our ability to provide excellent customer service in a positive work environment. We encourage all to apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.