Job Description
Join Canada's leading digital governance agency at the forefront of public sector innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior IT Specialist to modernize critical government infrastructure while ensuring robust security and compliance frameworks. This role offers unparalleled impact on national digital strategy while working alongside Canada's brightest public sector technologists.
Why join us? Competitive benefits package, professional development stipends, hybrid work arrangements, and direct influence on citizen-facing digital services that impact millions of Canadians daily.
Responsibilities
- Architect and implement secure cloud migration strategies for federal systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing GDPR-compliant data governance frameworks
- Conduct risk assessments for critical infrastructure modernization projects
- Collaborate with policy teams to align technology solutions with public sector regulations
- Maintain CISSP or equivalent security certifications across departmental systems
- Develop disaster recovery protocols for mission-critical public services
- Mentor junior specialists in public sector IT best practices
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in enterprise IT with 5+ years in public/government sector
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification required
- Expertise in AWS/Azure government compliance frameworks
- Proven experience with FedRAMP or equivalent certification processes
- Strong understanding of Canadian privacy legislation (PIPEDA)
- Advanced knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies in public projects
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Public Administration, or related field
- Clearance eligibility for Government of Canada security protocols