IT Cyber Implementation Specialist

CAE Defence & Security Canada is seeking a Cyber Implementation Specialist to lead the design, integration, and operationalization of cybersecurity solutions across all CAE D&S Canada programs. This role will be embedded within the D&S Canada architecture team, supporting project delivery and in-service sustainment. Key responsibilities include leading cybersecurity architecture and implementation, translating contractual requirements, supporting documentation, serving as primary cyber lead for programs, participating in technical reviews, coordinating with engineering and IT teams, collaborating with stakeholders, providing mentorship, and supporting in-service cybersecurity operations.

Must Have

• Lead cybersecurity controls and architecture implementation.
• Translate contractual cybersecurity requirements into actionable plans.
• Serve as primary cyber lead for D&S Canada programs.
• Coordinate with engineering and IT for secure deployments.
• Ensure cybersecurity compliance with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support in-service cybersecurity operations, including vulnerability management and incident response.
• Possess current Government of Canada Security clearance.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture or implementation.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian government cybersecurity frameworks and DND/PSPC compliance.
• Experience with virtualized environments, network segmentation, and secure cloud deployments.
• Proficiency in security technologies like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and endpoint protection.

Good to Have

• Experience supporting Government of Canada defense programs.
• Familiarity with military simulation and training environments.
• French language skills.

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits support professionally and personally.

About This Role

Position Summary

CAE Defence & Security Canada is seeking a Cyber Implementation Specialist to lead the design, integration, and operationalization of cybersecurity solutions across all CAE D&S Canada programs. This role will be embedded within the D&S Canada architecture team, supporting project delivery and in-service sustainment.

Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Architecture & Implementation

• Lead the implementation of cybersecurity controls and architecture for current and Future programs.
• Translate contractual cybersecurity requirements (e.g., CDRLs, DIDs, Annex F matrices) into actionable architecture and implementation plans.
• Support the development and customization of reusable cybersecurity documentation templates for proposal and delivery phases.

Project Delivery & Technical Leadership

• Serve as the primary cyber lead for current and D&S Canada future , ensuring alignment with DIMSecur/PSPC guidelines.
• Participate in working groups, technical reviews, and client engagements to represent CAE’s cybersecurity posture.
• Coordinate with engineering and IT teams to validate tools and ensure secure deployment of virtualized environments.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with internal stakeholders (e.g., Digital Services, Engineering, Program Management) and external partners to ensure cybersecurity compliance.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior cyber staff and collaborate with the broader architecture team on cross-project initiatives.

Operational Support & Sustainment

• Support in-service cybersecurity operations, including vulnerability management, incident response planning, and compliance audits.
• Contribute to the development of SharePoint and Power BI content for cyber documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Government of Canada Security clearance.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture or implementation, preferably in defense or aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian government cybersecurity frameworks and DND/PSPC compliance requirements. Specifically, NIST 800-171,172, ITSG-33 and CCCS-M
• Experience with virtualized environments (e.g., VDI, VMware), network segmentation, and secure cloud (e.g., Azure Protect B) deployments.
• Experience with security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and endpoint protection.

Preferred

• Experience supporting Government of Canada defense programs.
• Familiarity with military simulation and training environments.
• French is an asset, but the working language will be English

Position Type

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

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