Cyber Systems Security Engineering Associate Manager

Standard Job Description

The Cyber First Line Manager role is a dynamic leadership position that bridges individual cybersecurity team member development with hands-on technical expertise. Serving as both a technical authority and a people manager, the First Line Manager contributes to technical solutions while fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability.

Key responsibilities include shaping career development pathways, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to align solutions with cybersecurity mission needs and promoting Systems Security Engineering best practices.

Success in this position requires a blend of technical acumen, leadership skills, and the ability to proactively connect with subordinates in an intuitive and meaningful way.

Mentorship: Champion the growth of employees by through coaching, knowledge sharing, and career development, while ensuring alignment with company objectives.

Technical Leadership: Drive adherence to Systems Security Engineering best practices and principles.

Systems Security Engineering: Understand and be able to conduct Systems Security Engineering to deliver trustworthy secure systems that satisfy stakeholder protection needs within an established risk tolerance.

Basic Qualifications

Technical Qualifications:

• Education: Possesses a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or accreditations in cybersecurity engineering.
• Experience: Minimum five years of professional experience in cyber security, systems engineering, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Aptitude for solving challenging problems in a team environment. Experience with Agile methods. Experience with Defence domain.
• Tools & Methodologies: Familiarity with WindChill™, Familiarity with Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS)™, Familiarity with Cameo™, Familiarity with Systems Modelling Language(SysML) or other object-oriented design methodology.
• Certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification or equivalent.
• Programming: Familiarity with Systems Modelling Language(SysML) or other object-oriented design methodology.
• Licensing: Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license would be an asset. 
• Eligible for NATO Secret clearance in a timely manner.

Desired Skills