information technology (IT) security architect

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Information technology (IT) infrastructure

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Confer with clients to identify requirements
• Document technical requirements to ensure that products, processes and solutions meet business requirements
• Prepare cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to support system implementation
• 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
• Conduct reviews to assess quality assurance practices, software products and information systems
• Resolve conflict situations
• Operate automatic or other testing equipment to ensure product quality
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Execute and document results of software application tests and information and telecommunication systems tests

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Project implementation
• Information technology (IT) service delivery

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods