Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

• The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Knowledge, Information and Technology Services

Classification: CS-3

Tenure: Continuing

Language Requirements: English

Assignments and secondments may be considered according to NRC policy.

Work Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.

At NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the hiring team using the contact information below.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC), recently named one of Canada’s 2025 Top Employers for Young People, a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The Role

We are looking for a Technical Advisor to be a member of our Cloud Operations team. The Technical Advisor would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

This position will be a member of our Cloud Operations team responsible for supporting NRC’s cloud infrastructure environments on Microsoft Azure. The incumbent is responsible for safeguarding the NRC's Cloud perimeter security by installing, configuring, and managing advanced firewall systems to prevent unauthorized access and cyber threats. This role involves continuous monitoring, auditing, and updating of firewall policies and protocols to ensure robust protection of the organization's network infrastructure

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

A University degree or college diploma in a field related to the position, such as (but not limited to) Computer Science or Computer Engineering. A combination of work experience and certifications could also be considered.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Recent** significant* experience in installing, upgrading, auditing, and maintaining next-generation firewalls and network security systems in large-scale enterprise environments.

• Recent** significant* experience in configuring and managing complex firewall rules, policies, and access controls to ensure optimal network protection in dynamic and high-risk settings.

• Recent** significant* experience in performing regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential risks in rapidly evolving cyber threat landscapes.

• Significant* experience with network security protocols such as SSL/TLS, HTTPS, IPSec

• Significant* experience of network security tools such as IDS/IDP, VPN, SSH, Wireshark, Nmap and Tcpdump

• Expertise in troubleshooting and resolving network connectivity issues related to firewall configurations.

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, including threat detection and mitigation strategies.

• Experience in developing and implementing firewall strategies to align with organizational security policies.

• Familiarity with logging and monitoring tools to analyze firewall activity and generate security reports.

• Experience in creating and updating technical documentation.

• Experience working as a team and collaborating with members of other teams

ASSETS:

• Experience with FortiGate Next Generation Firewall Administration or Forti-Analyzer (list all)

• Experience with Azure Cloud Networking, Network Security Groups, and conditional access policies

• Experience with providing network security in a cloud environment

• Experience working with various teams while troubleshooting issues

• Experience with PowerShell or cloud Command-Line Interface (CLI)

• Significant experience is defined as having the depth and breadth of experience that would normally have been gained performing the duties over a period of three (3) years or more.

** Recent is defined as experience acquired within the last five (5) years.

Condition of Employment

Secret (II)

A thorough security clearance process will be applied. For a Secret Clearance, verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process.

Language Requirements

English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of configuring and managing advanced firewall technologies, including next-generation firewalls and intrusion prevention systems.
• Knowledge of network security protocols such as VPNs, SSL/TLS, and IDS/IPS.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting network connectivity issues and conducting thorough security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Knowledge of using logging and monitoring tools to analyze firewall activity and generate comprehensive security reports.

Behavioural Competencies

• Technology support - Client focus (Level 3)
• Technology support - Communication (Level 2)
• Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
• Technology support - Initiative (Level 3)
• Technology support - Teamwork (Level 3)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Technology Support

Compensation

From $101,874 to $127,511 per annum.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.

• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.

• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times and is expected to help management ensure a safe and healthy work environments for themselves and colleagues.

• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.

• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (24179) to:

E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Telephone: 438-451-7673

Closing Date: 4 September 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time