Penetration Tester (IT Specialist I-IV)

Énergie NB Power; Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional energy provider is seeking a Penetration Tester to enhance cybersecurity. You will protect systems through vulnerability analysis, conduct security assessments, and investigate cyber incidents. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, along with a year of penetration testing experience. Competitive benefits include health plans and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Health & Dental plans

Public Service Pension Plan

Employee Family Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related fields.
• Technical certifications in penetration testing are an asset.
• One year of experience in penetration testing is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for vulnerability analysis and digital forensics.
• Conduct software security assessments and systems testing.
• Perform digital evidence analysis and cybercrime investigation.

Skills

Vulnerability analysis

Defensive cybersecurity

Digital forensics incident response

Exploit analysis

Attack maps knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Diploma in Cybersecurity or related field

Job description

Overview

Penetration Tester (IT Specialist I-IV)

One (1) Regular position

Location flexible within New Brunswick, Canada

Competition # E22060-2025

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we’re New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

As part of the Cybersecurity team, the Penetration Tester (IT Specialist I-IV) is responsible for technical analysis of internal and external systems and networks, evaluating and reporting on identified risks to NB Power, coordinating third-party penetration tests, supporting efforts to close vulnerabilities identified, and contributing to internal and external compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Protection and Defence – responsible for vulnerability analysis, defensive cybersecurity, digital forensics incident response, as well as infrastructure support.
• Design and Development Support – responsible for conducting software security assessments, systems testing and evaluation, technology, research and development.
• Investigations – responsible for digital evidence analysis and cybercrime investigation.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Advanced Systems Management, Information Systems Security or Internetworking. Those with a Diploma will require an additional two years of related experience.
• Technical certifications in penetration testing with a hands-on component, would be considered an asset (e.g., Offensive Security or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) certifications).
• One year of experience in penetration testing with experience in at least two of the following:
• Attack maps (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain)
• Exploit analysis
• Exploit development
• Reverse engineering / malware analysis
• Experience in an Operational Technology (OT) environment would be considered an asset

An equivalent combination of training, certifications and experience may be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Criminal Record Name Check.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team

• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials if they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials.

To be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Holly Tissington at [e-mail].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, October 1, 2025

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.