Information Security Officer 3 – Government of Alberta
Job Title : Information Security Officer 3
Ministry : Technology and Innovation
Location : Remote across Alberta
Full or Part-Time : Full-Time
Hours of Work : 36.25 hours per week
Permanent / Temporary : Permanent
Scope : Open
Closing Date : January 2, 2026
Classifications : Systems Analyst Level 3
Salary Range : $3,756.86 to $4,976.09 bi‑weekly ($98,054 – $129,875 per year)
Every member of Technology and Innovation strives to enable the success of our Ministry partners and Albertans through providing exceptional client‑focused services that meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. We are looking for collaborative, agile, solutions‑focused individuals with strong communication skills and a strong service orientation.
Role Responsibilities
As an Information Security Officer 3 (ISO3), you will play a critical role in protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the Government of Alberta’s information, IT, OT, and IoT assets.
- Identify, assess, monitor, and respond to vulnerabilities, threats, and incidents impacting OT systems (PLCs, HMIs, DCS, SCADA) and IoT platforms.
- Provide security advice across OT, IoT, and IT domains, bridging operations and cybersecurity.
- Participate in projects as an OT / IoT security SME, focusing on architecture, segmentation, and secure device onboarding.
- Perform vulnerability and threat assessments for industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, etc.) and IoT ecosystems.
- Design and integrate AI‑powered monitoring tools for OT networks and IoT platforms, onboarding telemetry to SIEM.
- Document risks in the IT Security Risk Register with OT / IoT context and mitigations.
To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate :
Ability to lead and remain calm in times of crisis.Excellent verbal and written communication skills for executive briefings and technical discussions.Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and secure alignment across multiple stakeholders.Analytical and problem‑solving skills for complex IT and OT environments.AI‑First Mindset
Automate insights and personalize stakeholder engagement.Create tailored, high‑impact materials using AI‑assisted content generation.Develop and track KPIs using AI to surface trends and predict outcomes.Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing AI to address complex problems and automate analysis of extensive datasets.APS Competencies
Agility : Proactively incorporates change into processes. Creates opportunities for improvement. Is aware of and adapts to changing priorities. Remains objective under pressure and supports others to manage their emotions.Drive for Results : Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders.Develop self and others : A commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long‑term capability of yourself and others.Build Collaborative Environments : Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict. Encourages broad thinking on projects and works to eliminate barriers to progress.Develop Networks : Leverages relationships to build input and perspective. Looks broadly to engage stakeholders. Open to perspectives towards long‑term goals. Actively seeks input into change initiatives. Maintains stakeholder relationships.Systems Thinking : Considers inter‑relationships and emerging trends to attain goals. Seeks insight on implications of different options. Analyzes long‑term outcomes, focus on goals and values.Creative Problem Solving : Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues. Engages perspective to seek root causes. Finds ways to improve complex systems. Employs resources from other areas to solve problems.Qualifications – Required
A university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.4 years of related experience in OT / IoT, including the ICS / SCADA environments, industrial networking, protocol analysis, passive monitoring tools, IoT device onboarding, SIEM / log integration, and IEC 62443 familiarity.Equivalencies
A related two‑year diploma from a recognized post‑secondary institution and a minimum of six (6) years related experience.A related one‑year certificate from a recognized post‑secondary institution and a minimum of seven (7) years related experience.Assets
Security certification (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, GPEN, or equivalent) or working toward certification is expected.Experience with AI‑powered cybersecurity tools and techniques.Notes
Term of Employment : Permanent full‑time position.Hours of Work : 36.25 hrs / week – Monday to Friday.Location : Remote across Alberta. This position is eligible for remote work. You must reside in Alberta to work remotely.A written assessment may be required as part of the interview process.Final candidates will be required to undergo enhanced security screening.Depending on the project, on‑call rotation and overtime may be required.This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Additional Information
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also indicate whether your work experience is casual, part‑time, or full‑time.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents / checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.Out‑of‑province applicants can obtain the required documents / checks from the province they currently reside in.How To Apply
Candidates are required to apply online. Please visit https : / / www.alberta.ca / job-application-resources#before for information on how to create a candidate profile and for additional resources on applying for a job with the Government of Alberta.Current employees should access their Career tile in 1GX to submit their application, so that they can be recognized as an internal applicant.It is recommended applicants who have completed post‑secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Michelle Elliott, TAS Administrator, at Michelle.Elliott@gov.ab.ca .
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