Technical Advisor, Cyber Security Awareness

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

 

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

 

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

 

City: Ottawa 

Organizational Unit: Security Branch 

Classification: CS-3 

Tenure: Continuing 

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC 

 

Work Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require some physical presence at the NRC work location identified in the form of a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite).

We recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities. If you are an Indigenous candidate, you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. To learn more, please contact the hiring team, using the contact information below.

 

Your Challenge

Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success.

 

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

 

We are looking for a Technical Advisor, Cyber Security Awareness to support our Security Branch. The Technical Advisor, Cyber Security Awareness would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

 

As a Technical Advisor, Cyber Security Awareness you will be responsible for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of a Cyber Security Awareness program for NRC. You will serve as a subject matter expert and an advisor on cybersecurity.

 

As a member of the NRC Security Branch you will be actively involved in providing Cyber security advice to a variety of advisory committees, clients and CBI’s. You will provide IT security guidance, and make recommendations to internal clients to ensure compliance with federal standards, directives and NRC’s policies.

 

You will plan, develop and implement cybersecurity training & awareness events and initiatives.

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Degree from a recognized university in computer science, engineering, information technology, or another specialty relevant to the position, as well as specialized further education and training in the security domain. 

 

Equivalency: A diploma from a recognized college or post-secondary institute in an IT related field combined with significant experience (at least 5 years) will also be considered.
 

 

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

* Significant experience in delivering presentations, briefings, or training sessions in both official languages to small and large audiences.
* Significant experience in the IT field, specifically in roles related to cyber security within a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar environment.
* Significant experience in writing various types of documentation such as reports, briefing notes, technical guides, and standard operating procedures.
* Significant experience working with cyber security related policies, directives, standards and guidelines used in the Government of Canada.
* Experience working with industry best practices related to system hardening, cyber security controls, and baseline configurations.
* Experience in IT Project management

 

*Significant – 2 to 6 years

 

Assets but not required:
* Certifications: CISSP, CISA, CRISC, CISM, Security+ or equivalen
* Knowledge and experience with information security standards, best practices, and regulations, such as ITSG33, ISO 27001/2, NIST CSF/RMF, CIS, SANS, COBIT, etc.

Condition of Employment

Secret (II)

Language Requirements

Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC 

 

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

* Strong knowledge of methods and techniques associated with the overall field of training including program design, development and delivery and evaluation strategies.
* Strong knowledge of methods, techniques and practices relating to security programs and protocols and current trends in education/training.
* Strong knowledge in IT policies, standards, processes and procedures, Network architecture, Identity and access management, Vulnerability management, Penetration testing, Data encryption, Configuration management and Physical security.
* Knowledge of the theories and principles of adult education.
* Knowledge of internal funding mechanisms including the formulation of proposals for shared funding in collaboration with other agencies.
* General knowledge of the increasing government-led profile and imperatives impacting on security issues and action, and the significance to the Departmental Security Office (DSO) in being able to demonstrate effective leadership in security awareness programs.
* Knowledge of project management principles.

Behavioural Competencies

• Technology support - Client focus (Level 3)
• Technology support - Communication (Level 3)
• Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
• Technology support - Initiative (Level 3)
• Technology support - Teamwork (Level 3)
• Management services - Organizational and environmental awareness (Level 3)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Technology Support;  Management Services 

 

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Compensation

From $89,548 to $112,660 per annum. 

 

In addition, the incumbent who meets the language requirements will  receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

 

An incumbent occupying a position within the CS Group is currently entitled to receive a terminable allowance of $212 per month.

 

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.

The NRC Advantage

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

 

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you.  Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

 

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season.  We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. 

 

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Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

 

 

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (22455) to: 

E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Telephone: 343-576-9184

Closing Date: 31 July 2024 - 23:59 Eastern Time

 

 

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