Senior Cybersecurity Architect

T-Net British Columbia; Richmond; On-site; GBP 91,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company located in Richmond, England, is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Architect to design and implement security processes and technology. The role requires a minimum of 8 years of cybersecurity experience and knowledge of Zero Trust principles. The successful candidate will also mentor within broader IT and cybersecurity teams and must hold security clearance. Competitive salary offered ranges from $120,000 - $150,000 annually.

Benefits

Health care plans

Dental and vision benefits

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Group retirement savings plans

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years direct cybersecurity experience, or 10 years blended with IT experience.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles.
• Exceptional communication skills with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Zero Trust principles

SIEM

antivirus

email security

EDR solutions

networking

firewall

Identity and Access Management

Privileged Access Management

NIST

ISO

PCI-DSS

virtual environments

cloud environments

CISSP

communication skills

critical thinking

analytical skills

leadership

project management

Education

University degree in computer science or related field

College diploma in cyber security studies with 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.

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.)
• 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.