Hey guys, For all it's worth, I got contacted by one of the big 5 as they are looking for 125 people who can start as soon as possible. If you have UNIX knowledge and LDAP experience, these security positions are available right now. Please do not hesitate to contact the person below. I already told her I will be posting the position(s) here. As soon as I get the job description for the 125 positions, I will post it immediately here. What's described below is for a security architect job that they need right now in Vancouver. For those who are not familiar with our city, it is ranked by the United Nations for many years now to be the best, if not among the best places to live on this earth. So don't dismiss it. Check it out. Not sure what this brings to the discussion table as far as job availability goes. This is about the fifth time in a couple of weeks that someone looking for experienced IT security personnel has contacted me. Unfortunately, I've only been with my company for 3 months and not exactly looking for another job. But I think there are lots of opportunities out there. For some strange reasons, just when I'm not really looking, I seem to see a lot more security job openings now that the IT job market is supposed to be "bad". As far as recruiters is concerned, if they find you a job that meets your and the company's requirements, then that's great. They've done their job and earned their dollar. Everyone should be satisfied - you, the employer and the headhunter. No one's promising that recruiters are supposed to care about you after the deed's done. Unless, of course, there are more jobs for them to fill and you're willing to move again. Their priority, as it is their business, is to place someone to a position that needs to be filled and make their money from that transaction. If they place someone who is not qualified, they will most likely lose future business opportunities with the company. So, in most cases, technical recruiters represent the interest of the businesses looking for positions to be filled rather than the interest of job-seeking applicants. You may be the best in your field, but if your qualifications and "qualities" do not match the company's requirements, you're out of luck. And don't blame that on the recruiters. They're just doing their job. Dirty and cold? Maybe. But that the way life goes. No one said life is fair. I learned that lesson a long time ago. Anyway, please check out the posting(s) below. Regards, Manny Manny R. Masongsong Corporate Technology Security Manager Information Technology Canaccord Capital Corporation P.O. Box 10337 Pacific Centre 2200-609 Granville Street Vancouver BC Canada V7Y 1H2 Tel: 604.643.7757, Fax: 604.643-7374 Website: www.canaccord.com E-mail: manny_masongsongat_private Here's the posting: Position Profile PricewaterhouseCoopers Technology Risk Services PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP has been the industry leader in information security for more than 25 years. Our global presence, unparalleled expertise and in-depth knowledge of cutting edge products and systems have made us the first choice service provider. Our Technology Risks Services practice works in partnership with our clients to help them identify risks and correct vulnerabilities in their information systems, as well as help design enterprise-wide security architecture and implement secure information protection mechanisms to safeguard the integrity and privacy of e-business communications and transactions. We are seeking experienced Security Professionals to join our team at various levels and locations including Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal. These opportunities are at the Senior Associate to Senior Manager level and, as part of a team, will be focused on providing high quality security solutions to new and existing clients. Key Competencies Potential Candidates will possess demonstrated knowledge with the security of networks and the development of enterprise-wide security strategies. They may also possess a solid understanding of Web Technology and secure e-business, have experience with PKI and related products, and be experienced in firewalls, VPNs and remote access. At the more senior levels, in addition to the aforementioned skills, you will also have strong business development skills with a proven track record of selling and managing engagements. Candidates must be familiar with, and be able to, apply generally accepted security methods, concepts, and techniques. Enterprise Security Architect (Vancouver) Focus: We are looking for security professionals with enterprise Security Architecture background to assist clients with determinig the appropriate level of information security for business by performming: Comprehensive information risk assessment Conducting security requirements analysis ( Security assessment, netwok review, network penetration issues). Analysing and creating secure information systems environment ( evaluating firewalls, router configuration, LAN's WAN's as well as i9nternet security policies and procedures. Conducting GAP analysis. ETC Contact: Anurita Joshi PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Executive Search Tel: (204) 926-2400 Extension: 3520 E-mail: Anurita.a.joshiat_private Web: www.pwcglobal.com All discussions will be handled in the strictest confidence. -----Original Message----- From: Steve [mailto:steveat_private] Sent: Wednesday, June 20, 2001 4:38 PM To: cdupuisat_private; securityjobsat_private Cc: kenat_private Subject: RE: Random Thoughts from the "Peanut Gallery" >I think that it is not all that bad for everyone out there. Making bold >general statements about recruiters and other consulting companies is >presenting a picture that is not necessarily true. Well, for the most part, I agree with Ken's statements about recruiters. *MOST* of them do not actually care about their target, they simply want to fill a position and collect their pay. The exception to this from my experiences is the team at LJ Kushner and the guys at TeKData in Vancouver. >It is obvious from your message that you are bidder about your situation but >that does not mean other people are all in the same situation and that all >recruiters are twits. It is very unfortunate, but there are more "twit" recruiters out there than good ones. >Last but not least, I have seen big five consultants that are damn good, >just like any other field out there, you have good and bad apples. Making a >general statement saying all big five consultants are useless or comparing >them to bad recruiters is not giving a real view of what is going on. I >know some big five consultants that could most certainly teach you a few >tricks. I agree with you here. I have met and worked with some guys at E&Y who are very technical and very good at their jobs. But, on the other hand, I have met some others at another Big 5 (starts with a K) that did not have a clue. So again your mileage will vary and when you are interviewing with a Big 5 -- be sure to talk to their delivery teams and technical people -- when you are looking for work, it is your responsibility to interview the company just as they interview you. >The best point in your posting is about Networking, you have to let you >close friends know that you looking for employment, it is sometimes very >strange how offers comes by. This works best. That is how I found my last two jobs. >In my view there is tons of jobs opportunities if you talk to the right >people and have the right skills. I disagree -- things are not as good as they used to be. Regardless of who you know and what your skills are, if a company cannot afford to hire or cannot justify it -- they won't if they do -- they are doing a disservice to themselves and you. >It is not as bad as you describe for everyone out there. But it is worse than it used to be and will probably continue to be for another 6 months or so.
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