BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Security Investigations and Incident Response Team is an established group of seven staff, including Senior Security Specialists, Senior Security Analysts, and a Security Analyst. This team plays a critical role in safeguarding enterprise security across the entire government by managing investigations and incident response. Team members are collaborative, supportive, and open to learning, ensuring high-level client service and effective teamwork.

The Role
This senior role is part of a leading cyber incident response team that supports ministries, government, and the broader public sector. The position leads complex investigations, digital forensics, and threat detection while guiding others and sharing expert advice on cybersecurity trends. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and welcome candidates from all backgrounds who bring their unique perspectives and experiences to strengthen our approach to digital security and public service.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Information Technology or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years’ broad IT/cyber security experience.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience handling multiple active issues in a high-pressure environment.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in incident management and incident response.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience with current and emerging technology trends, developments and best security industry best practices, current risks and developing threats; IT systems and systems maintenance.
• Experience with TCP/IP and networking fundamentals, network architecture, and security infrastructure's best practices.
• Experience with creating custom code/procedures using industry standard programming languages (e.g., Python or a JVM based language such as Java or Scala).

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Additional years of experience in the above.
• Experience with forensic analysis, including performing static and dynamic analyses of suspect malware.
• Experience with leadership in a staffing or project situation.
• Experience using mobile computing assets and forensic equipment.
• Security related certification such as CISSP, CHE, GCIH, GCFE or GCFA.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Gwen.Lock@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
This is a temporary opportunity until 12/31/2025. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.