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Position Description

Senior Advisor, IT Security

Working at CATSA

The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has 1 (one) exciting indeterminate opportunity within the Technology branch at the CATSA Headquarters.

This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security.

Why is CATSA a great fit for you?

CATSA is world leader in aviation security and screening with a mandate to protect the public. A Crown corporation, it features a mix of public service and private sector diverse backgrounds in which is reflective of the varied background of its employees.  CATSA encourages innovation and creativity and offers a healthy and diverse workplace where employees work in an environment where they can be their true selves and feel energized and proud. 

If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you! 

Summary of responsibilities:

The Senior Advisor, IT Security is responsible for the design, implementation and management of endpoint and network security solutions within an enterprise client environment. The incumbent also conducts vulnerability and risk assessments, provides input into action plans to address findings and recommendations, and lead and/or conduct the implementation of recommendations. The incumbent provides technical leadership within the IT Security team. The Senior Advisor, IT Security performs all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required.

What you need to succeed
To qualify for the position, you must have:

  • Graduation from a recognized university with a specialization in computer science, information technology/management or another speciality relevant to the duties of the position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A minimum of six (6) years experience in an information technology role.
  • A minimum of four (4) years of experience in management, deployment and support of IT security environments.
  • Thorough understanding of network architecture concepts and protocols such as IP routing, subnetting, VPN, LAN/WAN/VLAN, network/port address translation (NAT/PAT), network access control (NAC), OSI model, TCP (connection handshake, etc.), UDP, ICMP, DNS and HTTP/HTTPS, as well as experience troubleshooting using packet tracing.
  • Experience with network security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, web proxy, content filtering, DDoS mitigation, data loss prevention, network behavior monitoring, SIEM report generation, administering endpoint protection solutions including anti-virus, host IDS, and sandboxing.
  • Experience conducting vulnerability assessments and proposing remediation actions.
  • Knowledge of encryption protocols and management of keys and certificates.
  • Experience conducting research and trends analysis of new technologies specific to IT security environments.
  • Experience with the integration of new technology into an existing IT infrastructure.

This position is best suited to individuals with the following skills and abilities:

  • Ability to troubleshoot; think creatively and problem-solve.
  • Ability to work in team environment.
  • Strong client service orientation.
  • Ability to anticipate needs and articulate solutions.
  • Ability to plan and organize; work under tight timelines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to explain technical matters in a clear and concise language.
  • Professionalism, tact and maturity.
  • Meticulous and thorough.

Valuable skills include:

  • Knowledge of CATSA's mandate and priorities, as well as an awareness of relevant legislations impacting CATSA.
  • Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in information technology.
  • Knowledge of aviation security screening technologies.

Specific work requirements:

  • Ability to work overtime as required;
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Language Profile: English Essential;
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; and
  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

How to apply:

If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please click on the following link to submit your application before December 3, 2024 by 11:59pm EST. 

Additional information:

  • Please note that candidates that meet all the position requirements, including the language profile, will be given first consideration however, we invite all interested candidates to submit their applications;
  • While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those being considered in the process will be contacted;
  • CATSA will use this opportunity to establish a candidate pool that may be used to staff permanent or fixed-term positions with similar responsibilities and qualifications;

CATSA is dedicated to an inclusive selection process and work environment. If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources representative when you are invited to meet with us regarding this employment opportunity.

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Inclusion & Diversity

As an employer committed to a diverse workforce, we encourage candidates in designated groups - women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities - to apply and self-identify by answering the questions on the online application form.

Taleo ID:
2235
Language Requirements:
English Essential
Job category:
Technology
Hiring Pay Range:
$87,396 - $109,245
Staffing Method:
Indeterminate Vacancy
# of openings:
1
Position reports to:
Ottawa - Head Office
Posting Date:
19/11/2024
Working Location:
Ottawa
Application Deadline:
03/12/2024
Working Location Category:
Hybrid
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