Cyber Security Specialist temp, Full-time - Victoria, Canada - Checkfront

Checkfront

Verified Company

Victoria, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

About us

Join the adventure and innovate with a talented team that's pushing the capabilities of experience management Empower thousands of tour and activity operators.

One of Canada's top SaaS growth companies located on beautiful Vancouver Island.

As the industry's leading independent booking software, we have customers who run businesses in fascinating destinations all over the world.

We have over 5,000 businesses using our platform and have processed over $8.1B in bookings to date, operating in 136 countries and 36 languages.

We are looking for a Cyber Security Specialist to fill a 7 months maternity leave position._

Cyber Security Specialist

As a critical member of Checkfronts growing Privacy, Security and Compliance Team, the Cyber Security Specialist will be responsible for the technical leadership of Checkfront's cyber security and compliance programs.

Please note the preference for this role is located remotely from anywhere in Canada or in our beautiful office in Victoria, BC._

Some tasks you'll be taking on

Engage in whitehat activities to identify gaps in our Cybersecurity
Collaborate with Development team to access and identify secure solutions to architecture proposals
Key technical contributor to our PCI compliance program, and implement controls, policies, and procedures
Manage IT, infrastructure and operational internal testing frameworks to evaluate control effectiveness and remediation activities
Conducting readiness assessments against GDPR and collaborating with crossfunctional teams to implement controls, policies, and procedures as required
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to monitor and remediate control deficiencies against established deliverables and timelines
Own and maintain the organization's Incident Management and Response plan, including post mortem evaluation and corrective prevention strategies
Perform and maintain Security assessments of organizational assets, including procurement, vendors and strategic development initiatives
Build credibility with various stakeholders through prompt responsiveness, collaborative and innovative thinking
Evaluating and communicating control results, best practices, and risks to stakeholders
Partner with Development and DevOps and ensure that cybersecurity and compliance best practices are built into all future systems
Monitoring compliance with current and emerging laws, regulations, and standard
Supports in developing and improving technology risk and cybersecurity management framework

Ideally, you should have

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems or Information Assurance
3 years experience in IT/Cyber Security Experience
2 years experience in PCI Compliance
Strong delivery, time management and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to complete assignments in a timely and effective manner
Excel in verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrable history of interacting with various levels of management and both technical and nontechnical individuals across the business and third parties
Skilled at advocacy and influence with the ability to coach others to act on information or recommendations based on compelling logic or common best interests
If you don't meet all of our requirements exactly or have some gaps in your resume know that we would still love to hear from you Use your cover letter to tell us about your unique experience we understand that talent comes from many places and that skills are transferable._

You get

A company that values worklife balance
Vacation, personal days, health days, paid volunteer day
Extended health benefits and EAP program
Parental benefits
Professional development allowance
Mentorship program
A newly renovated (as of May 2020) "tourism themed" office space in downtown Victoria (unless you're remote)
Checkfront acknowledges and respects that we work, learn, and innovate on the unceded Coast Salish Territory of the Lekwungen & WSÁNEĆ nations._

Life at Checkfront

At Checkfront, people empower others by providing opportunities for growth and learning, fostering teamwork and encouraging ideas. We support the wellbeing of our employees and dedicate our overall efforts toward a positive employee experience.

We value psychological safety and transparency across all levels of the organization, and as a result, there is a tremendous sense of camaraderie and support felt throughout the company.

Everyone is caring about teammates and passionate about their work.

We are committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

In pursuit of this, we actively seek new members who will work respectfully and constructively with our team, propelling our company and the community forward.

There are also fun events throughout the year; skiing, cabin getaways, fireside chats, holiday parties, and more Do you prefer a flexible work location?