Information Technology & Cyber Security Lead- Permanent- Full Time – Days Full Time

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Department: Information Technology – Halifax Campus

Responsible to: Director, Information Technology

Responsibilities

• • Provide leadership and coordination for the day-to-day operations of the IT Support team, ensuring consistent and effective technical support services across the organization.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for advanced technical issues and support the resolution of complex system and infrastructure problems.
  • Coordinate cybersecurity activities to support the organization’s security posture and ensure alignment with established policies, standards, and risk management practices.
  • Provide hands-on technical support and operational assistance related to endpoints, servers, networks, and enterprise systems when required.
  • Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of IT operational processes, standards, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with the Director of IT, operational leaders, and external vendors to support technology initiatives, service delivery, and system reliability.
  • Support organizational governance and compliance efforts related to IT systems, cybersecurity practices, and technology risk management.
  • Contribute to the development and mentorship of IT staff and help foster a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence within the IT team. Note: This role provides coordination and operational oversight of cybersecurity activities and does not function as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Tasks

• Provide day-to-day technical leadership and direction to the IT Support team.
• Act as the primary escalation point for Tier 2 support issues.
• Coordinate IT support coverage across all organizational locations.
• Assist with onboarding, training, and mentoring of IT support staff.
• Support the development and enforcement of IT standard operating procedures.
• Monitor service desk performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate cybersecurity activities in alignment with organizational policies and standards.
• Serve as liaison with cybersecurity vendors, managed service providers, and consultants.
• Support vulnerability management processes including patch coordination and remediation tracking.
• Assist with cybersecurity awareness initiatives such as phishing education and staff training.
• Support cybersecurity incident response activities including coordination, documentation, and follow-up.
• Participate in risk assessments, security audits, and compliance activities as required.
• Provide hands-on technical troubleshooting and support when required.
• Assist with endpoint, server, and network troubleshooting.
• Support system deployments, upgrades, and migrations.
• Maintain documentation related to systems, procedures, and security practices.
• Ensure consistent application of IT standards and configurations across organizational sites.
• Work with the Director of IT to support operational planning and prioritization of IT initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to support organizational technology needs.
• Support technology systems managed outside the IT department through coordination and guidance.
• Assist with vendor management, service reviews, and ongoing technology service evaluation.
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive experience in information technology support or systems.
• Degree or diploma in Information Technology and/or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Certification in CompTIA Security+, Network+, Microsoft or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership or acting as a team lead
• Strong understanding of desktop, server, and network fundamentals
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity best practices
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience in a healthcare or regulated environment
• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks, standards, or assessments
• Experience working with managed service providers or security vendors

Salary

• As per the Northwood scale

Effective Date: Immediately

Hours of Work: 80 hours biweekly (8 hour shifts)

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Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer that encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.