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Systems Security Engineer - Cyber Security
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North
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North is a Canadian defence company delivering secure, multi‑domain C4
ISR capabilities that provide decision advantage in complex and contested environments. A wholly‑owned subsidiary of MDA Space, it builds on more than five decades of trusted Canadian defence delivery and operates as a sovereign Canadian provider of mission‑critical C4
ISR systems, bringing disciplined prime‑contractor execution to defence and security programmes.
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North is rooted in the execution of large, complex, and mission‑critical programmes developed within 49
North, reflecting a record of engineering rigour, operational reliability, and national trust. It strengthens Canada’s sovereign defence capability by delivering integrated mission systems and multi‑domain C4
ISR integration, enabling trusted Canadian and coalition operations, assured interoperability, and sustained readiness.
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North | An MDA Space Company.
The Role
We’re looking for a Member of Technical Staff (MTS) – Systems Security to join our Engineering Team at our Richmond, BC office.
Responsibilities
Consult on 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 modelling of MDA systems/products and advise on required actions to mitigate risks.
Review vulnerability and compliance scanning results, develop and prioritise necessary remediation actions for project staff to undertake.
Support engineering program delivery through the development and generation of security plans and budgets.
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 (CISSP) certification.
Five or more years working in an engineering or information systems environment.
Understanding of DND project delivery and execution processes from requirements through commissioning and support.
Appreciation of the delivery and accreditation process of systems against CSE ITS guidance (e.g. ITSG‑11/22/33/38).
Experience maintaining close working relationships with other system engineers and customer representatives.
Excellent verbal and written communication and customer interaction skills.
Exceptional leadership skills, problem‑solving abilities and project execution strengths.
Preferred Experience And Skills
Experience in accreditation (risk assessment and governance) of classified systems for DND involving information systems, cross‑domain solutions and multi‑domain interoperability.
Experience with NIST SP‑800 suite (e.g.
-53,
-160), ISO/IEC, DISA STIGs, CIS, SANS standards.
Experience in designing, deploying and working in Security Operation Centres; including technologies such as SIEM, IDS, IPS and machine‑learning technologies.
Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following products:
Microsoft Enterprise network suite of software, SIEMs, vulnerability assessment tools, virtualization technologies, continuous monitoring and data‑loss prevention tools.
Familiarity with any of the following:
Establishing Business Continuity Plans and Disaster Recovery Programs.
Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual.
OWASP references and SQL vulnerabilities.
Requirements management software such as DOORS.
Certifications such as:
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
Comments / Special Considerations
Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the secret level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.
Benefits Statement
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North provides…
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