Senior Cybersecurity Architect

MDA; Canada; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company in Canada is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Architect responsible for designing and implementing security processes and technology. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of cybersecurity experience and a university degree in a related field. Key responsibilities include creating enterprise-class security systems and identifying emerging threats. This position comes with competitive compensation and benefits, and the candidate must obtain security clearance at the secret level.

Benefits

Competitive health care

Dental and vision benefits

Life insurance

Group retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years direct cybersecurity experience or 10 years blended with IT.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify business process risks.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and implement enterprise-class security systems.
• Align standards and frameworks with business strategy.
• Identify and communicate emerging security threats.

Skills

Security processes implementation

Zero Trust principles

SIEM knowledge

Networking expertise

Identity and Access Management

Cybersecurity frameworks

Virtual and cloud environments

Penetration testing

Education

University degree in computer science or related field

Cyber security certifications

Job description

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55‑year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one‑of‑a‑kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide‑eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

The Role:

The Senior Cybersecurity Architect is responsible for designing and implementing security processes and technology that enables the business to meet objectives while managing security risks. You are the senior security subject matter expert who is anticipating and planning for emerging security risks. This role reports to the Director, Cybersecurity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, build and implement enterprise‑class security systems for a production environment
• Align standards, frameworks and security with overall business and technology strategy
• Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats
• Design security architecture elements to mitigate threats as they emerge
• Create solutions that balance business requirements with information and cyber security requirements
• Identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures and recommend changes or enhancements
• Design measurable KPI/KRI to monitor effectiveness of all solutions and programs
• Subject matter expert and escalation point for high impact security events
• Mentor within broader IT, cyber and security teams.

Education/Qualifications needed:

• University degree in computer science or related engineering field OR college diploma in related cyber security studies with additional cyber security certifications
• Minimum of 8 years of direct cybersecurity experience, or 10 years blended with general IT experience
• Knowledge designing for and implementing Zero Trust principles
• Strong technical knowledge working with SIEM, antivirus, email security and EDR solutions
• Strong technical knowledge of networking, firewall, proxies
• Strong technical knowledge of Identity and Access Management along with Privileged Access Management.
• Strong knowledge of the various cybersecurity assessment frameworks (NIST, ISO, PCI‑DSS, etc.)
• Strong working knowledge of virtual and cloud environments
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or similar equivalent (CISA, CISM, GIAC, etc.)
• Penetration testing, ethical hacking, or cyber defensive certification (CEH, OSCP, GPEN, GIAC, etc.)
• Exceptional communication skills with diverse audiences – Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong leadership, project and team‑building skills, including the ability to lead teams and drive projects and initiatives in multiple departments
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks associated with business processes, operations, information security programs and technology projects
• The ability to be the enterprise security subject matter expert who can explain technical topics to those without a technical background

Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the secret status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and be able to obtain higher clearances.

Benefits Statement:

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all of its locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care, including: health care plans supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee assistance program and to their family.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

The compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.