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PHSA

Firewall Administrator

Posted 21 days ago

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Firewall Administrator
Burnaby, BC

The Firewall Administrator will manage and maintain our firewall infrastructure to ensure the security of our network. You will be responsible for configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting firewall systems, as well as implementing security policies and best practices to protect against threats, as well as collaborate with vendors to ensure documentation and compliance alignment.

What you'll do
  • Configure, implement, and maintain firewalls and related security appliances to change firewall, proxy IDS/IPS rules
  • Continuously monitor firewall logs and alerts to identify and respond to security incidents, generating regular reports on firewall performance and security status.
  • Develop and implement firewall policies and rules based on industry best practices and organizational requirements.
  • Participate in incident response activities, analyzing and resolving security breaches and vulnerabilities related to firewalls.
  • Work with customers and vendors to troubleshoot project related firewall, proxy and IDS/IPS issues
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation of firewall configurations, policies, and procedures.

What you bring
Qualifications

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a university degree or technical diploma in a Computer Science program, plus related certifications, and at least four (4) years of recent experience implementing / supporting firewall rules, active directory, and DNS in a large, complex corporate environment with multiple data centres.
  • Strong understanding of logical network and firewalling principles
  • Strong operational knowledge of Fortinet/Palo Alto/Cisco Firewalls, F5 LTM, and Microsoft ISA/TMG
  • Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills
  • Self-directed, highly motivated, and results-oriented
  • Good communication, customer interaction, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and multi-task
  • Team player with well-developed interpersonal skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office
  • CCNA or equivalent certification is preferred

Skills & Knowledge
  • Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
  • As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
  • Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
  • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
  • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Casual full-time hours (37.5 hours per week)
Wage: $39.00 - $51.00/hour - as a casual employee, total earnings include an additional 13% in lieu of benefits and paid vacation. The rate for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate's relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan
Location: Burnaby, V5C6E3
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday (37.5 hours per week)
Requisition # TOD10302024

What we do

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments' unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey-one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

This position is part of PHSA Talent on Demand (ToD) which is our unique in-house recruitment program. ToD connects qualified individuals with diverse job opportunities across PHSA and the other health authorities, creating a gateway for those who wish to achieve their career goals within healthcare. Successful candidates will gain significant health care experience and can transition into long-term, permanent roles within PHSA. For more information, visit https://jobs.phsa.ca/talent-on-demand or contact talentondemandcareers@phsa.ca .

About PHSA

Canada's first provincial health services authority. Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) is one of six health authorities – the other five health authorities serve geographic regions of BC. PHSA's primary role is to ensure that BC residents have access to a coordinated network of high-quality specialized health care services. PHSA operates provincial programs including BC Children's Hospital, BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre, BC Emergency Health Services, BC Cancer, BC Centre for Disease Control and BC Transplant. It is also responsible for specialized provincial health services like chest surgery and trauma services, which are delivered in a number of locations in the regional health authorities.

Industry

Government Health Care

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Application closing date is 2024-12-30

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