Intercept Support Specialist

Employment and Social Development Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Canadian Mounted Police- Technical Operations is seeking qualified engineers to staff positions with top security clearances, focusing on network design and integration for Canadian telecommunications systems. The role requires strong engineering credentials, recent hands-on experience in networking, and the ability to work independently or in teams across national and international travel.

The successful candidate will contribute to system design, testing, and deployment while maintaining

Qualifications

• Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical, aeronautical or related).
• Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization relevant to duties.
• Recent experience within the last three years in networking and communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network designs for wireless and wireline systems.
• Inspect network traces and manage Virtual Machines on Linux.
• Develop software applications using Python, Shell, PHP, and Java.
• Design test plans, organize field trials and conduct acceptance testing.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting methodologies, network protocols and QA processes.

Skills

Network design

5G LTE

Python

Shell scripting

Linux

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree (any field)

Professional Engineer eligibility

Tools

Virtual Machines

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Royal Canadian Mounted Police- Technical Operations

Selection process number
26-RCM-EA-N-S-NCR-TO-148958

Salary
$100,684 to $122,337

Level
EN-ENG-03-SP-EE-03

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Intent of the process
The immediate need is to staff two positions on an indeterminate basis, with a linguistic profile of English Essential and an Enhanced Reliability Status with Top Secret security clearance.A pool of candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions within the RCMP on an indeterminate or specified period (including term, acting, or assignment) basis, with various linguistic profiles and various RCMP security clearances.Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM.

Important messages
Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact persons responsible for this process prior to the closing date. You may also review jobs open to the public through INFOTEL at 1-800-645-5605. The INFOTEL number for persons using a TTY/TDD is 1-800-532-9397.

Conditions of employment

Enhanced Reliability Status with Top Secret Security Clearance.
Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally on short notice.All applicants for positions within the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will be subject to a thorough security clearance process which includes an interview wherein questions may include (but not limited to), reference checks, previous employment, on-line activities, credit checks, alcohol and/or drug use.In accordance with theTreasury Board Secretariat (TBS) Directive on Security Screening, effective January 6, 2025, Canadian citizenship is a requirement for a Top Secret clearance. Please note that while a Top Secret clearance is not required at the time of application, all conditions of employment, including security clearance, must be met prior to appointment and maintained for the duration of employment in the position.Please refer to the TBSDirective on Security Screening for more information: https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32805#annA1

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.
(AND/OR)
Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position (some positions may require eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada without regard for the field of specialization).

• Recent experience in network design and functionality of wireless and wireline communication systems with emphasis on new and emerging technologies.
• Recent experience with communication protocols used to design and integrate Canadian wireline, wireless such as 5G, LTE, Volte, Wi-Fi, VoIP etc.
• Recent experience in Networking, inspecting network traces, and building and managing Virtual Machines on Linux.
• Recent experience in the design of test plans, organization of field trials and acceptance testing.
• Recent experience in developing software application using programming and scripting languages such as Python, Shell, PHP, Java.
• Recent experience refers to experience gained within the last three (3) years.

• Knowledge of troubleshooting methodologies and processes.
• Knowledge of communication protocols and network architecture used in Canadian wireline, wireless networks.
• Knowledge of testing procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of quality assurance process.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to analyse problems in order to recommend appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Discretion
• Initiative
• Client Service Oriented
• Planning and Organizing
• Effective interpersonal skills

Language requirements (essential for the job)

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

The RCMP is committed to supporting Indigenous Peoples throughout the recruitment process. The Indigenous Career Navigators Program (ICN), among others, is designed to provide Indigenous Peoples with advice and guidance through the application/hiring process. Indigenous Peoples seeking individual support related to their application or during the assessment phase are encouraged to contact the ICN at the following email address: [e-mail]

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.