Job Description

Overview

Our team is hiring a Sr. Cyber Security Specialist to join our growing team and working on critical transportation system in Ottawa.  This role aligns with AtkinsRéalis’ mission to transform, embrace digital technologies, and ensure continuous growth of its Industrial Cyber Security capabilities.

The successful candidate will provide security and risk oversight and in the specialized field of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and critical infrastructure to a key client. The Sr. Cyber Security Specialist leads the cybersecurity program to define resilient solutions, processes, and systems for the protection of people and critical infrastructure, through delivery of a secure infrastructure.

Role Alignment:

Connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.

Align with AtkinsRéalis’ mission to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

This position is based at our project officed in Ottawa, requiring the candidate to be in the office.

Your role

Develop and Implement the Cybersecurity Program. This role is responsible for identifying and mitigating cyber risks, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and facilitating collaboration across technology stakeholders.

Plan cyber security activities and apply a risk-based approach in all phases of the project: feasibility, design, test & commissioning, and into operation of the project

Promote and enforce OT cybersecurity policies and procedures based on APTA, NIST, IEC 62443, and/or ISO 27001 standards

Collaborate with IT, engineering, and operations teams to align cybersecurity strategies across networks

Conduct risk assessments and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of mitigation strategies

Respond to information security issues during each stage of a project’s lifecycle

Define cyber security requirements to the suppliers and engage in the procurement activities

Provide actionable recommendations to mitigate cybersecurity threats and improve OT security posture

Assist in incident response and recovery activities within OT environments

Manage client relationships, and advise on recommended actions

Lead and mentor junior staff on projects and teams

About you

Security certifications or demonstrated experience: CISSP, GICSP, OSCP, C|EH, CISM, IEC 62443 Fundamentals, CompTIA Security+, CCNP, etc.

Experience in critical infrastructure and ICS/OT in the transportation industry

Understanding of IT/OT systems including servers, networks, workstations, and infrastructure

Understanding of Cyber Security roles and responsibilities

Deep knowledge of cyber security frameworks and standards, including APTA, NIST, ISA/IEC 62443, and ISO 270001

Familiarity with OT-specific cybersecurity platforms and tools (e.g., Claroty, Nozomi, Dragos).

Additional Considerations (preferred but not mandatory)

Understanding of other technology systems

Automation / SCADA / Control Systems

Telecommunications / Network Technology

Information Technology / Data Centre

Computer Sciences / Software Engineering

Additional certifications (e.g., CCNA, CISA, ISO27001 LI)

Demonstrated experience with compliance and regulation (NERC-CIP, CSA, NIS, etc.)

P. Eng is an asset but not required.

Bilingual French / English is an asset but not required

Attributes

Critical thinking and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Desire to lead and develop junior team members

Strong problem-solving skills and creativity

Desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced cyber security field

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

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Worker TypeEmployee

Job TypeRegular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.