IT Security Engineer
Job Type: Contract
Location: Hybrid within Canada / Remote opportunities may be available depending on assignment)
Vacancy Type: Future Opportunity (Pipelining Role)
Background Check Requirement: Some opportunities may require the ability to obtain and maintain Government of Canada security clearance
About the Opportunity
We regularly recruit IT Security Engineers to support our clients across the public sector, and federal government. In this future opportunity, you’ll contribute to strengthening cybersecurity environments, protecting sensitive systems and data, and supporting organizations that rely on secure technology infrastructure to deliver critical services.
Because this is a pipelining posting, we’re building a talent pool for upcoming roles rather than a single immediate vacancy. As opportunities become available, we’ll connect with candidates whose skills and experience best align with our clients’ needs.
What’s in It for You
Be first in line when matching opportunities go live with our clients.
Gain visibility with multiple employers through one application.
Receive support and coaching from Altis throughout the process.
- You’ll design and implement security controls to protect networks, systems, and cloud environments.
- You’ll monitor security events and investigate incidents to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- You’ll collaborate with infrastructure and development teams to integrate security best practices into systems and applications.
- You’ll conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation activities to reduce risk exposure.
- You’ll help develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
- You’ll contribute to threat analysis and support proactive security initiatives across the organization.
Skills and Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in IT security, cybersecurity engineering, or a related field.
- Strong technical knowledge of security tools, vulnerability management, and network security concepts.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
- Experience working in public sector, federal government, or highly regulated environments is considered an asset.
Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never responded to a Government of Canada request, you’re in good hands with Altis. With 35+ years of experience staffing top federal roles, we’re familiar with the procurement process, hold multiple standing offers and are well-versed in the most competitive rates. We’ll work with you through every step of every bid, gathering all required information and representing your strengths in the most accurate way, ensuring the entire experience feels personal and transparent.
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.
