Technical Specialist (Computer Services Officer 3)

Competition #:
50356Department:
Cyber Security & Digital SolutionsLocation:
HALIFAXType of Employment:
PermanentUnion Status:
NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date:
18-Nov-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About UsAt CSDS, we prioritize people —both within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible, reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.
In today’s tech-driven world, CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians’ expectations.
As a trusted partner across government, we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure, user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety, we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.
We don’t just implement technology;
we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes.
Our agile, data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotia’s evolving needs.
Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference.
From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms, you’ll play a key role in building a more inclusive, responsive government for Nova Scotians.
Together, we’re setting new standards for digital public service, delivering resilient solutions that meet today’s needs—and anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.
About Our OpportunityAs the Technical Specialist, you will be reporting to the Manager of Security Operations within the Digital Infrastructure – Network, Security division of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions Department.
The goal of this team is to continue to advance the maturity of the Security Operations Centre within areas such as roles and responsibilities, tools, incident response, monitoring, and reporting. The team will take an agile approach to their work by identifying and developing those areas that provide the greatest value on advancing SOC maturity.
Primary AccountabilitiesThe Technical Specialist for Security Operations will focus on providing triage for incidents or alerts in software such as Microsoft Defender & Sentinel, Tenable, and SolarWinds. To resolve incidents, the Technical Specialist will need to connect with people and troubleshoot observed activity.
It will become important for the Technical Specialist to have a global knowledge of the environment or otherwise be resourceful in finding information from abstracted details. A keen attention to detail will be a fundamental skill to aide the Technical Specialist in providing thorough and insightful reports when requested.
This position may be required to provide after hours on-call support or over night shift work as the SOC iterates and matures.
Qualifications And ExperienceAs the successful candidate you will have a bachelors degree in Information Technology plus three (3) years related experience;
or graduation from a recognized Information Technology Program plus three (3) years and six (6) months related experience;
or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.
In Addition, You Have
Working knowledge or experience in a systems operational environment
Knowledge of KQL
Analysing network data, system events, and logs
Troubleshooting and documenting incidents
Providing project status updates to stakeholders
The Following Will Be Considered Assets
Relevant security or network certifications would be considered an asset.
Experience managing Linux Servers or applicable certifications
We will assess the above qualifications and experience using tools such as assessments, presentations, interviews, reference checks, etc.
EquivalencyAn equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health
Dental
Life Insurance
General illness
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
For information on all our Benefit program offerings, Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
May be required to work overtime on occasion
On-call may be required
What We Offer
Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
Countless career paths
A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.
Pay Grade:
PR 14
Salary Range:
$2,912.93 - $3,547.06 Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at View email address on ca.hrm.tc.
If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. Where required, candidates must provide proof that they are legally entailed to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
All questions and concerns may be directed to View email address on ca.hrm.tc.
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