Information Technology (It) Security Consultant

Work setting

• Telecommunications industry
• Consulting firm
• Server farm
• Government department and/or agency
• School or educational institution/establishment

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Confer with clients to identify and document requirements
• Conduct business and technical studies
• Design, develop and implement information systems business solutions
• Provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management and service delivery
• Assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware
• Develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches
• Develop and implement policies and procedures throughout the software development life cycle

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cisco certified network associate
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Microsoft certified professional (MCP)
• Network+ Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• A+ Certification

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Programming software
• Website creation and management software
• Database software
• MS Windows
• Python

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Commission
• Gasoline paid
• Mileage paid

Long term benefits

• Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Subsidised public transportation
• Team building opportunities
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week