Cyber Security - Systems Security Engineer

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About MDA Space

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure.

The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one.

For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

The Role

We’re looking for a Member of Technical Staff (MTS) - Systems Security in our Geointelligence Engineering Team at our Halifax office (ability to work out of Richmond, BC office if preferred).

Our mission is to turn data into insight. From detecting changes in fragile ecosystems to monitoring northern ice floes and shipping routes, our near-real time data of Earth observation and the environment makes our Geointelligence team a leader in geospatial imagery, ground stations, enterprise geospatial systems and defence programs.

As a member of the Engineering team you will work on our programs such as Chorus Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Satellite, Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC), Square Kilometer Array (SKA) radio telescope, Aeronautical Navigation products, and Marine Insights products. You will work as part of a technical team to develop new capabilities, enhance existing capabilities and deliver solutions to our customers.

The Position

As a Member of Technical Staff (MTS) - Systems Security, you would have responsibilities for security elements of MDA’s Earth Observation space missions, large defence contracts such as CSC and diverse in-house developed products spanning from cloud based geointelligence platforms to our Laser Warning and Countermeasures system.

Excellent internal and external communication skills are necessary in order to work closely with the customer, with other technical teams, and to support the development of robust, secure and cost effective systems.

The successful candidate will have a blend of deep security knowledge, systems engineering experience, and experience working within defence contracts.

Role

As a member of the Security Engineering team for Geointelligence, you will ensure expert support is provided to various product / project teams to ensure that they address the security target and comply with applicable policies, procedures and standards. You will define the target security posture and / or the security requirements for projects and solutions during their definition and development. You will provide insight into vulnerability management and response within complex information systems.

Responsibilities

• Consulting on the overall system architectures, operations concepts, or system enhancements from a security perspective;
• Derive security requirements, designs, solutions and mechanisms in response to customer requirements, standards and internal policies;
• Develop and maintain all security related system artefacts (e.g. specifications, profiles, test documents, vulnerability assessments, threat models, customer reports, etc) from the customer level down to the major subsystem level for projects in development and / or in-service;
• Oversee the verification of security related aspects of the product / system;
• Perform threat assessments and threat models of MDA systems / products and advise on required actions to mitigate risks;
• Review vulnerability and compliance scanning results, develop and prioritize necessary remediation actions for project staff to undertake;

Support engineering program delivery through the development and generation of security plans and budgets; and

Coach and mentor junior team members.

Mandatory Experience And Skills

A degree or diploma in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or relevant experience in Systems Security.

Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification

Excellent verbal and written communications and customer interaction skills, and

Exceptional leadership skills, problem solving abilities and project execution strengths.

Preferred Experience And Skills

Experience in designing, deploying and working in Security Operation Centres; including technologies such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Intrusion prevention System (IPS), and machine learning technologies is an asset.

Familiarity with any of the following :

OWASP References and SQL Vulnerabilities,

Requirements management software such as DOORS,

Certifications such as :

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

Comments / Special Considerations

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the

SECRET status level II , and pass security assessment for the

Controlled Goods Program (CGP) .

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

MDA is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application / cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

The compensation range for this position is 115,000 - 144,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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