IT Cyber Security Analyst

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING #25/26 - 76

1.0 FTE Cyber Security Analyst
Dryden/Sioux Lookout/Fort Frances/Stratton/Atikokan
(All School or Board Office Locations)

The Northwest Catholic District School Board is a system committed to Catholic Education. The Board serves the communities of Dryden, Fort Frances, Sioux Lookout, Atikokan and Stratton in Northwestern Ontario. The Board operates five elementary schools, serving a total of approximately 1300 students .

The Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for leading and coordinating the operational cyber security program for The Northwest Catholic District School Board (TNCDSB) while supporting the safe, ethical and compliant use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies across instructional and administrative environments.

This role provides hands on cyber security leadership, risk management, incident response coordination and vendor/application security review. The position also supports AI governance and staff awareness to ensure that emerging technologies are implemented responsibly and in alignment with legislative, regulatory and Board requirements.

The role works closely with Information Systems staff, senior administration, Privacy of Information/Records Management Officer and external partners to strengthen TNCDSB’s cyber resilience and digital trust.

Required Qualifications:

• Post secondary education in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, CEH or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in cyber security operations, IT risk management or information security.
• Experience working with cloud platforms and SaaS environments (e.g. Microsoft 365, Google Workspace).
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles, threat landscapes and defensive controls.
• Knowledge of identity and access management, end point security, patch and vulnerability management and incident response.
• Familiarity with data privacy obligations and public sector regulatory requirements.
• Foundational understanding of AI technologies and associated risks.
• Strong understanding of networking and network securities (e.g. IDS/IPS systems, web filtering policies, DNS, routing, switching, TCP/IP, NAT, VPNs, SD-WAN).
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with sound professional judgement.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated high degree of discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively while collaborating within a team environment.
• Superior interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License.

Salary/Benefits:

• $88,835 to $96,508 (dependent upon experience and qualifications).
• We also offer a comprehensive and generous benefit package including personal leave, vacation and enrollment into the OMERS Pension Plan.

Application Procedure:
Interested applicants must submit the following to Natalie Katona, Human Resource Administrator, via email only View email address on jobsineducation.com:

• Cover letter and resume outlining academic and professional qualifications as well as relevant experience.
• Name, address and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references, one (1) of which must be a current supervisor, with written authorization to contact references in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

This position will remain open until filled.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Criminal Background Check.

Kathy Bryck, Board Chair Jackie Robinson, Director of Education
Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available during the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at View phone number on jobsineducation.com.
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