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Reporting to the Manager, Cybersecurity, the Junior Cybersecurity Specialist role is pivotal in fortifying the organization's digital assets and information security by proactively monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents.

The Junior Cybersecurity Specialist contributes to the development and enhancement of cybersecurity policies and procedures. This position focuses on staying ahead of evolving cyber threats to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems. The primary goal is to strengthen defense mechanisms, conduct thorough risk assessments, and provide timely insights to maintain a resilient and secure IT environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, deployment, and maintenance of monitoring and network security systems
• Review and perform maintenance on existing server policy and process configurations
• Assist in deploying and configuring new servers within security and monitoring silos
• Participate in planning, developing, and deploying notification systems for performance, security, and health of systems
• Monitor security logs of servers and devices for risks, errors, or intrusions.
• Collaborate in responding to security events as necessary
• Thoroughly document details of cybersecurity incidents, including the nature of the incident, actions taken, and lessons learned. Maintain incident response documentation for post-incident analysis and reporting
• Contribute to the documentation of cybersecurity policies and procedures, ensuring clarity and adherence to industry standards. Assist in keeping documentation up-to-date to reflect changes in security practices and compliance requirements
• Document findings and results from regular security monitoring, generating reports for management and relevant stakeholders. Maintain records of security metrics and key performance indicators
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure documentation aligns with overall IT and cybersecurity objectives. Document collaborative efforts and knowledge-sharing within the cybersecurity team
• Enforce and maintain security policies across network devices, updating firewall rules and access controls
• Assist with Managing and configuring security appliances, while troubleshooting issues to ensure proper functioning
• Act as initial escalation point for other staff for Cybersecurity issues

Requirements:

• Four (4) year University degree in Computer Science with a networking, server infrastructure, or cybersecurity focus, or equivalent professional experience
• Certified in Cybersecurity ISC2 (CC) is preferred, or willingness to complete
• Willing to consider current students and recent graduates from post-secondary educational institutions
• CompTIA Security+ certification is preferred
• Knowledge of Deployment Models in a Microsoft Server environment
• Knowledge of Active Directory and Domain Administration is an asset
• Network protocol and firewall knowledge
• Understanding of VLAN and tunneling configurations
• Relevant training in security related technology, risk mitigation and techniques

This position is eligible for hybrid work.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.

The Cybersecurity Specialist role is pivotal in fortifying the organization's digital assets and information security by proactively monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents.

The Cybersecurity Specialist contributes to the development and enhancement of cybersecurity policies and procedures. This position focuses on staying ahead of evolving cyber threats to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems. The primary goal is to strengthen defense mechanisms, conduct thorough risk assessments, and provide timely insights to maintain a resilient and secure IT environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, deployment, and maintenance of monitoring and network security systems
• Review and perform maintenance on existing server policy and process configurations
• Assist in deploying and configuring new servers within security and monitoring silos
• Participate in planning, developing, and deploying notification systems for performance, security, and health of systems
• Monitor security logs of servers and devices for risks, errors, or intrusions.
• Collaborate in responding to security events as necessary
• Thoroughly document details of cybersecurity incidents, including the nature of the incident, actions taken, and lessons learned. Maintain incident response documentation for post-incident analysis and reporting
• Contribute to the documentation of cybersecurity policies and procedures, ensuring clarity and adherence to industry standards. Assist in keeping documentation up-to-date to reflect changes in security practices and compliance requirements
• Document findings and results from regular security monitoring, generating reports for management and relevant stakeholders. Maintain records of security metrics and key performance indicators
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure documentation aligns with overall IT and cybersecurity objectives. Document collaborative efforts and knowledge-sharing within the cybersecurity team
• Enforce and maintain security policies across network devices, updating firewall rules and access controls
• Assist with Managing and configuring security appliances, while troubleshooting issues to ensure proper functioning
• Act as initial escalation point for other staff for Cybersecurity issues

Requirements:

• Four (4) year University degree in Computer Science with a networking, server infrastructure, or cybersecurity focus, or equivalent professional experience
• Certified in Cybersecurity ISC2 (CC) is preferred, or willingness to complete
• CompTIA Security+ certification is preferred
• Knowledge of Deployment Models in a Microsoft Server environment
• Extensive knowledge of Active Directory and Domain Administration
• Extensive network protocol and firewall knowledge
• Firewall manufacturer’s certification
• Extensive understanding of VLAN and tunneling configurations
• Relevant training in security related technology, risk mitigation and techniques

Posting End Date: 2024/04/16

This position is eligible for hybrid work.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.

The OMS is a professional who ensures that everything runs smoothly by effectively communicating with customers, drivers, and management. The OMS role at UPS is the point of contact for drivers and to ensure that they have all necessary information needed to make deliveries.

Location: 575 Harwood Ave N, Ajax, On L1Z 0K4

Shift Time: Monday to Friday -6:00 PM - 11:00 PM shift start (3-5 hours) - flexibility with start/end times and must work a minimum of 25 hrs.

Specific duties and responsibilities include but may not be limited to the following:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Monitor the Package Center Information System

• Respond to customer requests and resolve customer concerns

• Respond to driver requests and resolve driver concerns

• Dispatch driver on calls (on calls are customer pick up requests)

• Maintain confidentiality of all internal systems, reports, and personnel information

• Timecards

• Assist with keeping the operation organized

• Able to work within a fast paced, time sensitive environment

• Training provided

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills

• Typing speed of 30+ words per minute with 90% accuracy

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Availability to work flexible shift hours

• Ability to lift up to 70lbs

• Warehouse experience is an asset

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• MS Office knowledge

• Strong computer skills/knowledge

Compensation and benefits:

• $20.22 per hour, 12 months’ merit increases (annual appraisal)

• Extended Health & Dental benefits for employee and family: Effective 1st of the month following 3 months of service

• 2 weeks’ paid vacation after 1 year of service (3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 10 years, 5 weeks after 20 years, 6 weeks after 25 years)

• 5 personal days after 60 days’ initial probation

• Weekly payments/direct deposit – every Friday

UPS is a diverse and equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise if you require accommodation for a disability.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Data Engineer to join our dynamic and growing applied data analytics team. As a Data Engineer at BGIS, you will help us build our Analytics and AI Innovation Hub in Toronto. You will play an impactful and critical role in integrating and transforming our unmatched internal datasets with external data to drive insights, inform strategic decisions, and optimize our operations.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize your educational background in a quantitative field, such as computer science, mathematics, or engineering, to design, build, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Leverage over five years of experience in data engineering, preferably with teams focused on machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data science.
• Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines and ETL processes, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for analysis and modeling.
• Develop and manage APIs for efficient data consumption, facilitating seamless integration and utilization of data across various platforms.
• Apply your passion for problem-solving to address complex data-related challenges, automate and optimize scalable data workflows.
• Maintain a strong understanding of data warehousing, cloud technologies, and big data solutions, constantly updating and improving our data infrastructure and knowledgebase.
• Communicate effectively across technical and business domains, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration of AI and data solutions.
• Participate in the development and deployment of AI and machine learning models, working closely with data scientists and analysts. 
• Collaborate closely with data scientists and analysts, providing them with clean, structured analytical datasets necessary for advanced statistical modeling and machine learning.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for continuous learning, staying current with emerging technologies and best practices in data engineering, AI and analytics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Math, Engineering, etc.).
• Over five years of hands-on experience in data engineering, with some emphasis and familiarity with data preparation for AI and ML projects.
• A natural curiosity and enthusiasm for tackling challenging problems.
• Proficiency in data manipulation via SQL preferably using Snowflake
• Proficiency in data pipeline development, data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques [Power BI, Tableau, Python libraries)
• Experience with data engineering technologies and data movement and transformation (e.g. Fivetran, DBT, Informatica, Dataiku, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of supporting delivery of actionable insights and solutions from complex data and analytic projects.

Why BGIS?

• Join a dynamic team at the forefront of data-driven decision-making in the commercial real estate industry, and at the creation of the BGIS Analytics and AI Innovation Hub.
• Collaborate with experts in the field and leverage cutting-edge technology.
• Competitive compensation package and opportunities for career growth.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.

The IT Project Coordinator collaborates with Solutions Consultants, Project & IT Managers, business leads, external clients and subject matter experts to drive the coordination of project activities across multiple programs. The IT Project Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the project team to develop and execute project plans for IT systems and services and to ensure that they are deployed into production environments in an efficient and effective manner. They will need to be well-organized and be able to work in collaboration with other IT teams in supporting managed services and larger projects.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports project leaders (Manager, Technical Product Management, Solutions Consultants, business leads with monitoring and coordination of scope, schedule, and overall project initiatives.
• Assists in developing project artifacts including the project charter, requirements, work breakdown structure, budgets, resource allocation, sprint logs, user stories, schedule, risk logs, action items, lessons learned, etc.
• Assists project teams with planning, coordination, and reporting.
• Assists with visualization and documentation of project scope and deliverables.
• Supports and facilitates project meetings, preparing agendas, presentations, and meeting minutes.
• Maintains communications with all team members.
• Coordinates projects in both agile and waterfall methodology.
• Assists in validating budget forecasts and provides on-going reconciliation of resources and other related project expenditures against set budgets.
• Effectively escalates early warning signs and deviations from the plan.
• Maintains project documentation repositories.
• Documents control; ensures projects adhere to frameworks and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project.
• Tracking status of deliverables to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Attends and participates in stakeholder meetings.
• Develops project strategies to ensure alignment of team members, priorities based on vision to execute on time, within scope and on budget.
• Scheduling, organizing meetings and team member activities to contribute to project success.
• Provides regular status updates to team members and project leaders.
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• A university degree/college diploma in project management, management information systems (MIS), or relevant work experience
• Minimum 2 to 3 years project management experience in I.T.
• Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with project management frameworks, including cost, schedule, risk, issue and status tracking and monitoring
• Demonstrated ability to learn and work with new technologies and applications
• Experience supporting and coordinating a variety of small and large projects
• Experience with business process documentation techniques and tools
• Experience supporting and facilitating a variety of engagement sessions and meetings with technical and professional staff, vendors, and senior stakeholders
• Experience with Microsoft Office and MS Project
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• An ability to interpret flowcharts, schedules and step-by-step action plans
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with quality assurance and quality control

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• PMP certification is considered an asset

As a software developer you will play a vital role in a wide range of activities including new feature development, problem troubleshooting, and customer support in our Digit Labor software suites, development/maintenance/support of our software components and development environment, enhancing automations on our quality assurance and development infrastructure. You’ll be part of a team working on leading edge technology solving some of the world’s most complex problems and supporting the entire Digital Labor organization. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and you’ll be working closely with fellow developers, designers, and product managers to ensure our software aligns seamlessly with user expectations.
GSW24

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Software Development Expertise:

• Cloud Technology Proficiency:

• Database Technology:

Sound knowledge of databases, handling APIs, network requests, and general data manipulation.

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:

Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning.

• Self-Starter Mindset:

A self-starter with a proactive mindset, able to initiate and drive projects independently.

• Excellent Problem-Solving Skills:

Demonstrated excellence in problem-solving, with the ability to tackle complex issues and find effective solutions.

• Collaborative Team Player:

Ability to work seamlessly as part of a team, contributing to collective goals and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience working with Cloud ecosystems.
• Familiarity with Machine Learning and AI.
• Building and maintaining CI/CD workflows.

The IT Project Coordinator collaborates with Solutions Consultants, Project & IT Managers, business leads, external clients and subject matter experts to drive the coordination of project activities across multiple programs. The IT Project Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the project team to develop and execute project plans for IT systems and services and to ensure that they are deployed into production environments in an efficient and effective manner. They will need to be well-organized and be able to work in collaboration with other IT teams in supporting managed services and larger projects.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports project leaders (Manager, Technical Product Management, Solutions Consultants, business leads with monitoring and coordination of scope, schedule, and overall project initiatives.
• Assists in developing project artifacts including the project charter, requirements, work breakdown structure, budgets, resource allocation, sprint logs, user stories, schedule, risk logs, action items, lessons learned, etc.
• Assists project teams with planning, coordination, and reporting.
• Assists with visualization and documentation of project scope and deliverables.
• Supports and facilitates project meetings, preparing agendas, presentations, and meeting minutes.
• Maintains communications with all team members.
• Coordinates projects in both agile and waterfall methodology.
• Assists in validating budget forecasts and provides on-going reconciliation of resources and other related project expenditures against set budgets.
• Effectively escalates early warning signs and deviations from the plan.
• Maintains project documentation repositories.
• Documents control; ensures projects adhere to frameworks and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project.
• Tracking status of deliverables to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Attends and participates in stakeholder meetings.
• Develops project strategies to ensure alignment of team members, priorities based on vision to execute on time, within scope and on budget.
• Scheduling, organizing meetings and team member activities to contribute to project success.
• Provides regular status updates to team members and project leaders.
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• A university degree/college diploma in project management, management information systems (MIS), or relevant work experience
• Minimum 2 to 3 years project management experience in I.T.
• Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with project management frameworks, including cost, schedule, risk, issue and status tracking and monitoring
• Demonstrated ability to learn and work with new technologies and applications
• Experience supporting and coordinating a variety of small and large projects
• Experience with business process documentation techniques and tools
• Experience supporting and facilitating a variety of engagement sessions and meetings with technical and professional staff, vendors, and senior stakeholders
• Experience with Microsoft Office and MS Project
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• An ability to interpret flowcharts, schedules and step-by-step action plans
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with quality assurance and quality control

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• PMP certification is considered an asset

Please note, this position requires a Reliability Security Clearance.