Senior OT & SCADA Cybersecurity Specialist

At CBCL Limited, we are a successful, dynamic, and growing engineering and environmental consulting firm. With an expanding portfolio of automation and controls projects across the Atlantic region, we are looking for skilled professionals to join our team and drive innovation in industrial control systems. We take pride in fostering a work environment that encourages professional growth, innovation, and collaboration. You'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that enhance industrial automation, improve operational efficiencies, and contribute to technological advancements in the region.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior OT & SCADA Cybersecurity Specialist

to join our Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering team in Halifax, NS. Bring your technical expertise and problem-solving skills to a collaborative team that thrives on delivering cutting-edge automation solutions across a wide range of industries.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• OT & Cybersecurity Standards: Develop the framework for OT & cybersecurity risk assessments and system design for industrial control systems across multiple industries, including water & wastewater, power, and oil & gas;
• Business Development: Meet with clients to discuss their needs, with the goal of building long term relationships;
• Risk Assessments: Complete cybersecurity risk assessments with a focus on ICS/SCADA control systems;
• System Design: Work with the design engineers for the selection of ICS/SCADA hardware and software to create efficient and secure control system architectures;
• Industrial Networking: Develop and review control system network architectures using industry-standard communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, DNP3, OPC UA, etc.);
• Refine Standards: Support the development and continuous improvement of company design standards, master specifications, and quality assurance processes; and
• Teamwork: Work with multi-disciplinary teams, general contractors, and clients to deliver best-in-class OT & cybersecurity solutions.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Minimum ten (10) or more years of experience in automation and controls;
• Minimum five (5) or more years of experience in SCADA related cybersecurity risk assessments and system design.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree (electrical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering technology) or equivalent education and experience.
• Training and certification in ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, NERC, or equivalent ICS & critical infrastructure focused cybersecurity standards.
• Strong understanding of ICS/SCADA control systems;
• Proficiency with cybersecurity software tools, and industrial communication protocols; and
• Experience with water & wastewater control systems would be considered an asset.

You are welcome to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance;
• Ability to work paid overtime or bank time-in-lieu for future use;
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposure to a variety of projects;
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; and
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email View email address on jobs.swagapp.com. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.