Senior Member of Technical Staff (MTS) – Systems Security

Senior Engineer - Cyber Security Systems | Richmond  (BC) Office

We are seeking a Senior Member of Technical Staff (MTS) – Systems Security to join our Geointelligence Engineering team based in Richmond.

In this role, you will be responsible for security elements across Earth observation space missions, large defence programs, and a diverse portfolio of internally developed products ranging from cloud-based geointelligence platforms to advanced laser warning and countermeasure systems.

You will ensure expert security support is provided to multiple product and project teams to meet defined security objectives and comply with applicable policies, procedures, and standards. You will define target security postures and security requirements throughout project definition and development phases and provide insight into vulnerability management and response within complex information systems.

Excellent internal and external communication skills are essential, as you will work closely with customers, technical teams, and stakeholders to support the delivery of robust, secure, and cost-effective systems.

The successful candidate will bring a combination of deep security expertise, systems engineering experience, and prior involvement in defence-related contracts.

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Responsibilities

As a Senior Member of Technical Staff (MTS) – Systems Security, responsibilities may include:

• Providing security-focused input on system architectures, operational concepts, and system enhancements

• Deriving security requirements, designs, solutions, and mechanisms in response to customer requirements, standards, and internal policies

• Developing and maintaining security-related system artefacts, including specifications, profiles, test documentation, vulnerability assessments, threat models, and customer reports, from system to major subsystem levels

• Overseeing verification and validation of security-related aspects of systems and products

• Performing threat assessments and threat modelling activities and advising on appropriate risk mitigation actions

• Reviewing vulnerability and compliance scan results and prioritizing remediation actions

• Supporting engineering program delivery through the development of security plans and budgets

• Coaching and mentoring junior team members

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Mandatory Experience and Skills

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience in Systems Security

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification

• 10+ years of experience in engineering or information systems environments

• Understanding of DND project delivery and execution processes from requirements through commissioning and support

• Experience with NIST SP 800-series standards (e.g., 53, 160), ISO/IEC standards, DISA STIGs, CIS, and SANS frameworks

• Familiarity with system delivery and accreditation against CSE ITS guidance (e.g., ITSG-11/22/33/38)

• Experience working closely with systems engineers and customer representatives

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project execution capabilities

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Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience with accreditation, risk assessment, and governance of classified systems for DND, including cross-domain solutions and multi-domain interoperability

• Experience designing, deploying, or operating Security Operations Centres (SOC), including SIEM, IDS, IPS, and machine learning-based security technologies

• Hands-on experience with enterprise network software, SIEM tools, vulnerability assessment platforms, virtualization technologies, continuous monitoring, and data loss prevention tools

• Familiarity with:

  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning

  • Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM)

  • OWASP references and SQL vulnerabilities

  • Requirements management tools such as DOORS

• Additional certifications such as:

  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.