Posted 13 days ago
IT Advisor (Cybersecurity Risk Advisor)
@ BC Hydro
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
BC Hydro is hiring an IT Advisor in Vancouver to conduct cybersecurity risk, threat, and compliance work for technology and corporate initiatives. The role leads third-party penetration testing and vendor risk assessments, reviews Privacy Impact Assessments, and reports risk findings to stakeholders. It is a full-time permanent position at 37.5 hours per week, with a salary of $109,700 to $138,700, and requires at least 7 years of progressively responsible cybersecurity or governance experience.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct cybersecurity risk, threat and vulnerability assessments for technology initiatives
- Lead third-party penetration testing and track remediation
- Review vendor security posture and SOC 2 Type II reports
- Review Privacy Impact Assessments and security controls
- Develop cybersecurity risk reporting and support audits
Requirements summary:
- 7+ years progressive cybersecurity or GRC experience
- University degree or equivalent experience
- Ability to obtain security clearance
- Knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT and NERC CIP
- Strong communication and stakeholder skills
- Certifications such as CISSP or CISM an asset
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | IT |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Paid training |
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BC Hydro
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 50 |
Job Location: Vancouver
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk)
Annual Salary: $ 109,700.00 - 138,700.00
No. of positions: 1
Closing date: November 13, 2026
About the job:
What you’ll do
• Reporting to the Technology Cybersecurity Manager, the IT Advisor will conduct cybersecurity security reviews, risk, and compliance activities within the Technology KBU.
• Conduct cybersecurity risk, threat, vulnerability, and security impact assessments for technology and corporate initiatives. Identify risks, assess control effectiveness, recommend improvements, and support risk-informed business decisions.
• Determine, document, and monitor risk treatment plans and risk acceptance decisions in accordance with organizational risk management processes.
• Support cybersecurity governance activities through the development, maintenance, and application of cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging cyber threats, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies and procedures.
• Lead and coordinate third party penetration testing activities and track remediation of identified findings.
• Conduct internal penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security reviews using approved tools and methodologies.
• Lead and coordinate third party cybersecurity risk assessments, including evaluating vendor security posture, assurance reports (e.g., SOC 2 Type II), and compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Review Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and assess the adequacy of security controls and privacy safeguards.
• Participate as a cybersecurity risk and governance SME on projects and initiatives to improve BC Hydro's cybersecurity posture.
• Develop cybersecurity risk reporting, communicate risk findings and recommendations to stakeholders, and support responses to internal and external audits, assessments, and compliance reviews.
What you bring
• University degree or experience in relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain security clearance for a Security Sensitive Position classification.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity, information security, governance, risk, compliance, audit, or security assurance.
• Experience across cybersecurity governance, risk management, security reviews, vulnerability management, third party
• risk, compliance, or control assessments.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, policies, and regulatory requirements, such as NIST, ISO 27001/27002, COBIT, and NERC CIP.
• Ability to communicate cybersecurity risks, controls, vulnerabilities, and recommendations clearly to technical and non- technical stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building, influencing, presentation, documentation, facilitation, and prioritization skills.
• Cybersecurity certification (e.g. CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, GCWN, CISA, CISM, CCNA, GPEN) would be considered an asset.
• Experience in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) including SCADA and other Operational Technology (OT) used in the Energy sector would be considered an asset.
What we offer
• A comprehensive benefits package - A minimum of 15 paid vacation days - A lifetime pension - Flexible work model, depending on your role type - Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
What else you should know
• Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays. Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6B 5R3. PM# 2010395
Date Posted: 2026-10-30 Closing Date: 2026-11-13 52547030 For internal use
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click 'Apply'
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