Junior I.T. Security Analyst OR I.T. Security Analyst (PFT) (CUPE 22.26)

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Norfolk County is where big vision meets unlimited potential.

As one of Ontario’s largest single-tier municipalities and home to over 70,000 people, Norfolk is bold, diverse, and proudly local - a municipality that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and connection. Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to grow your skills, expand your ideas, and shape your career.

In the role of either the Junior I.T. Security Analyst or I.T. Security Analyst, you will safeguard Norfolk County’s infrastructure by managing system updates, endpoint protection, and firewall security. You’ll monitor threats, support network operations, and implement proactive measures that ensure secure, reliable technology across the organization.

Big vision. Real opportunities. Unlimited potential. That’s Norfolk.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and support all system updates for Norfolk County computer equipment.
• Create, maintain and support workstation network group policies and Intune policies for user and device management.
• Responsible for maintaining backup configurations and ensuring backup compliance.
• Monitoring of our security systems, and coordination with our remote SIEM vendor.
• The roll-out of software and updates to software to the workstation using network deployment tools.
• Responsible for maintaining and supporting all Norfolk County firewall configuration including web filter, spyware, and spam.
• Responsible for maintaining and supporting workstation endpoint protection.
• Coordinate with Operations to support network switching equipment and wireless access points.
• Planning, ordering, installing, monitoring and reviewing contracted work by outside agencies.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to information technology.
• Provide backup support for all information technology functions.
• Promote effective and appropriate use of information technology.
• Provide progress reports at meetings.
• Keep current on changes and innovative technology developments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience:

• Grade 12 plus an additional three (3) year College program including co-op, in computer science or technology studies, or equivalent, including additional one (1) year Ontario College Graduate certificate in cyber-security related program
• Junior I.T. Security Analyst - Over three (3) years of experience to be familiar with scope of position, or equivalent previous experience
• I.T. Security Analyst - Over five (5) years of experience to be familiar with scope of position, or equivalent previous experience

Note: If hired as a Junior I.T. Security Analyst, the successful candidate would have the ability to progress into the I.T. Security Analyst once probation is completed and if the required qualifications are met.

Skills and Abilities:

• Valid Ontario G driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle including the ability to provide a drivers abstract when requested during the recruitment process.
• Ability to make decisions regarding systems in fast paced environment
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Computer expertise in managing remote systems including the deployment of operating systems and application updates through mobile devices management (MDM) platforms to maintain security and compliance.
• Expertise in network and wireless security, with hands-on experience in configuring and managing firewall and network security equipment.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle including the ability to provide a drivers abstract when requested during the recruitment process.

Benefits

Posting #: CUPE 22.26

Position: Junior I.T. Security Analyst or I.T. Security Analyst

Position Code: 5ISJSA or 5ISSSA

Status: Permanent Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employee Group: CUPE Local 4700

Wage:

Junior I.T. Security Analyst $31.45 to $39.29 per hour

 I.T. Security Analyst $34.36 to $42.90 per hour

Hours Worked per Week: 35

Division: Corporate Services

Department: Information Technology

Reports to: Manager, I.T. Security

Location: Simcoe, Ontario (with remote work and in office based on operational requirements)

Posting Period: March 20, 2026 to April 7, 2026

How to Apply:

• Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
• If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.
• Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

The Corporation of Norfolk County does not use Artificial Intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.