Product Cybersecurity Specialist

Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years.  Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators. Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world. The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 15 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite.  For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com

Reporting to Telesat’s Product Cybersecurity Manager, the candidate will help the engineers within the Satellite and Ground systems teams ensure that all designs for the Lightspeed implementation (labs, satellite operations, ground stations, etc.) will meet IA-Pre requirements.

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the product development and engineering teams to ensure that Cybersecurity controls are integrated into the product design
• Conduct regular cybersecurity reviews of products during the development phase
• Identify vulnerabilities or control deficiencies to address potential threats
• Develop strategies in collaboration with the Lightspeed product and engineering teams to mitigate identified vulnerabilities
• Conduct product security training for employees and customers

Education and Experience Required

• A Diploma or Degree in a relevant area of study with preference for Computer Science/Cybersecurity
• 2 years of experience in product security, IoT security or cybersecurity architecture related experience
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls is an asset
• CISSP certification is an asset

Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to collaborate with product teams integrating security by design principles and approaches
• Experience applying cybersecurity concepts to protect satellites and their supporting ground systems
• Knowledge of security review processes related product development cycles
• Ability to conduct threat analysis to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls and CNSSP-12 Policies is an asset

Decision Making and Supervision

• Make decisions and recommendations within established procedures, based on NIST 800-53, Telesat Policies and other compliance frameworks
• Coordinate with security team as well as business partners
• Work under minimum supervision

Working Conditions

• Generally comfortable office working environment
• Although limited, the employee must be able to travel to corporate facilities

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP) as well as a Canadian Government Secret clearance.
At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace.   We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process.   All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly.  We will work with you to meet your needs.   All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.