Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)
At BCHS, we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, we serve with purpose, passion, and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.
- Brantford General Hospital – Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
- The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.
With over 130 years of service, BCHS is evolving with a renewed focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on Quality Care, Connected Teams, and a Healthy Future for our patients, our people, and our community.
Why Choose BCHS?
- Investing in You – Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible Scheduling – Within a standard work week
- Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
- Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment.
- Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
- Employee Wellness Matters – Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
- Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits –– Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
- Diversity & Inclusion – We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits, policies, and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
- Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
- Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
- Choose Civility – Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace, as individuals treat one another—and the communities we serve with dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness, setting clear expectations, and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager of Information and Communication Technology, The Cyber Security Analyst provides hands-on, day-to-day cybersecurity operations and technical execution to support the organization’s information security program. The role ensures the effective implementation and ongoing maintenance of security policies, standards, and initiatives defined by cybersecurity oversight committees, while maintaining compliance with provincial cybersecurity requirements.
The position is responsible for monitoring and responding to security events, conducting vulnerability assessments, implementing and maintaining security controls, and supporting audit and compliance activities. As the primary on-site cybersecurity resource, the Cyber Security Analyst plays a critical role in identifying cybersecurity risk, protecting organizational systems, data, and users.
In addition, the role develops and delivers a comprehensive cybersecurity awareness and education program, including online training materials, tip sheets, and security bulletins. The Cyber Security Analyst administers monthly phishing simulation campaigns to assess and improve staff awareness, reports metrics and trends to ICT leadership, hospital leadership (including SLT), and provincial oversight committees, and collaborates with department leaders to address repeated phishing susceptibility. These initiatives are designed to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture through education and continuous improvement.
Primary Responsibilities
- Monitor security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, email security platforms, firewall logs) for security alerts and indicators of compromise.
- Investigate, triage, and respond to cybersecurity incidents in accordance with established incident response procedures.
- Conduct regular vulnerability scans, risk assessments, and security reviews across infrastructure and applications.
- Work directly with Network Administrators and ICT Technical Analysts to plan, implement, and validate security improvements.
- Develop, deliver, and maintain a cybersecurity awareness and education program.
- Support internal and external cybersecurity audits and compliance assessments.
- Gather evidence, maintain documentation, and prepare security metrics and reports.
- Communicate security risks, trends, and remediation status to leadership and oversight bodies.
- Assist in implementing cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures across ICT.
- Act as a security advisor to Network Administrators, ICT Technical Analysts, and other ICT staff.
- Stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices
Mandatory Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (Information Technology/Cyber Security discipline preferred, would consider candidates with equivalency in education and experience)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Cyber Security, Information Security and Assurance or related IT field.
- Good understanding and working knowledge of Hospital/healthcare Information Systems Preferred
- Experience in Hospital Information System project implementation and support an asset
- Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization
- Criminal Record Check required
Core Competencies
- Ability to analyze large volumes of data and identify real threats vs false positives.
- Root cause analysis and solution-oriented troubleshooting.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure during incidents.
- Strong time management and prioritization.
- Ability to manage multiple alerts, incidents, and tasks simultaneously.
- Attention to detail with policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Process improvement mindset.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life, including people of all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care
We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please inform us when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.
AI Use in Hiring
Brant Community Healthcare System does not use artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or algorithms to screen, assess, or rank candidates during the hiring process; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.
