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We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.\nReporting to the Manager, Cybersecurity, the Security Analyst is responsible for the implementation, administration, and maintenance of security technologies that support Halifax Regional Municipality's operational and project-based initiatives. The position focuses on network security controls, firewall administration, secure connectivity solutions, identity-related security controls, and technical security configurations required to support business and technology objectives.\nWorking closely with networking, infrastructure, cloud, and project teams, the Security Analyst will implement approved security requirements, perform firewall and access control changes, support technology deployments, and assist in maintaining secure and reliable technology services across the municipal environment.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nSecurity Infrastructure Administration\nAdminister, maintain, and support enterprise security technologies including firewalls, VPN platforms, proxy services, remote access technologies, web filtering solutions, and related security infrastructure.\nImplement firewall rule changes and security control modifications required to support projects, operational requirements, technology upgrades, and business initiatives.\nReview and process firewall requests in accordance with approved security and network architecture standards.\nConfigure and maintain network security controls to support secure connectivity across on-premises and cloud environments.\nAssist with implementation and maintenance of network segmentation and access control technologies.\nProject Delivery Support\nParticipate in technology projects by implementing approved security configurations and connectivity requirements.\nCollaborate with networking, infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to support the secure deployment of new technologies and services.\nAssist in translating technical requirements into security control implementations and firewall configurations.\nSupport operational and architectural changes through implementation of required security infrastructure modifications.\nMaintain technical documentation related to security infrastructure, firewall policies, and connectivity solutions.\nSecurity Technology Operations\nPerform upgrades, maintenance, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management activities for security technologies.\nMonitor system performance and troubleshoot issues affecting security infrastructure and secure connectivity services.\nParticipate in testing and validation of security technologies and configuration changes.\nRecommend improvements to security infrastructure and operational processes where appropriate.\nResearch emerging security technologies and provide recommendations that improve operational effectiveness.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nEducation & Experience\nUndergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Technology\nA professional designation in information technology risk and controls such as the CISA, CISM, CISSP, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, GCED, GCES, IAAP, etc. designations\nMinimum 5 years of experience in the information technology security field\nExperience with any combination of the following: PCI DSS, ISO 27001 Maturity Model, SOC2 and CobiT framework\nExperience with risks and controls in the IT processes of Governance, Security, Systems Development, Change Management and Production Operations & Support. Documentation of controls, evaluating their effectiveness and developing and executing tests of the controls\nDemonstrated high-level of personal integrity and honesty\nExperience with procurement, contract negotiations, or contract management\nExperience with developing and managing a security awareness program would be an asset\nTechnical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities\nStrong experience administering enterprise firewall environments.\nExperience configuring, supporting, and troubleshooting IPSec VPN technologies.\nExperience implementing network security policies and secure connectivity solutions.\nExperience with Fortinet products and management platforms.\nStrong understanding of routing, switching, TCP/IP networking, network segmentation, and access control principles.\nExperience supporting cloud and hybrid network security architectures.\nAbility to evaluate technical requirements and implement appropriate security controls and configurations.\nStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex network and security environments.\nSecurity Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.\nPlease note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.\nCOMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Customer Service, Organizing and Planning, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Managing Change, Decision Making.\nWORK STATUS: Temporary, full-time.\nHOURS OF WORK: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday; 35 hours per week. (Flex options to work outside these hours under a hybrid work model may be available). Some overtime hours may be required.\nSALARY: Non-Union Level 8, $90,466 -$117,079; Salary will be determined based on relevant experience and qualifications related to the specified pay band and job. Placement above the midpoint of the pay band is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the minimum qualifications, such as those with exceptional experience, specialized skills, or demonstrated achievements relevant to the role. This ensures fair and consistent compensation practices across the organization.\nWORK LOCATION: Barrington Tower, Scotia Square - Halifax, NS\nCLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 8, 2026.\nPlease note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.\nTo ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.\nShortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.\nDuring the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the recruiter when invited to the assessment process. 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