Vice-President and Chief Technology Officer
About the role
The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) is a Crown corporation at the front line of Canada’s national security, safeguarding the traveling public through the effective and efficient screening of airport workers, air travelers and baggage at 89 airports nationwide. Playing a pivotal role in Canada’s aviation system, CATSA’s goal is to provide a professional, effective and consistent level of service across the country, and that the travelling public and CATSA’s partners benefit from the most secure aviation security screening service and the best client experience.
CATSA’s Technology Branch has embarked on an exciting period of transformation and growth. It is seeking a strategic technology leader to take on the role of Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Reporting to the President & CEO, the CTO oversees all matters relating to the planning, evaluation, deployment and operation of airport security screening equipment/operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) for CATSA. Building on the organization’s considerable strengths to shape and drive CATSA’s technology vision and strategy across both OT and IT domains, the CTO leads a team of over 100 individuals that ensure seamless integration and alignment of technology with CATSA’s strategic objectives, and stakeholder needs.
As a strong candidate you bring 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, ideally acquired in highly operational, secure, mission critical environments. CATSA will benefit from your expertise in leading large-scale change management initiatives across complex organizations and your proven track record in managing large and diverse teams in both operational technology and information technology domains. An outstanding team builder who fosters a positive, respectful culture built on collaboration, inclusion, and integrity, you are adept at leading strategic technology planning and implementation projects while aligning organizational skills and capacity needed for the future. You bring highly developed business and operations skills and familiarity with complex organizations where public policy plays an important role in defining resources and priorities. You balance strong overall technology sector knowledge and credibility with skill in communicating to and influencing senior leadership as you make linkages to operational imperatives and objectives that align to strategic goals and objectives.
How to apply:
If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please submit your application before November 3rd**, 2025 by 11:59pm EST.**
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
As an employer committed to a fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the public we serve, we encourage candidates in designated groups - women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities - to apply and self-declare by answering the questions on the online application form.
CATSA is committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process and work environment. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process and may include pre-interview information, modified interview formats, accessible settings, adaptive technologies, additional time, and more. These measures are designed to remove barriers and ensure a fair assessment, allowing candidates to fully demonstrate their skills and qualifications.
Candidates who require accommodations that prevent them from applying online should communicate via HumanResources-RessourcesHumaines@catsa.gc.ca or 1-833-339-1021 (TTY) prior to the closing date.
Taleo ID:
2396
Language Requirements:
Bilingual Imperative
Job category:
Technology
Hiring Pay Range:
To be discussed
Staffing Method:
Indeterminate Vacancy
of openings:
1
Position reports to:
Ottawa - Head Office
Posting Date:
09/10/2025
Working Location:
Ottawa
Application Deadline:
03/11/2025
Working Location Category:
Hybrid
About Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA)
The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) is a Crown corporation responsible for securing specific elements of the air transportation system – from passenger and baggage screening to screening airport workers.
CATSA is mandated with protecting the public through effective and efficient screening of air travelers and their baggage. Our goal is to provide a professional, effective and consistent level of security service across the country, at or above the standards set by Transport Canada
Vice-President and Chief Technology Officer
About the role
The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) is a Crown corporation at the front line of Canada’s national security, safeguarding the traveling public through the effective and efficient screening of airport workers, air travelers and baggage at 89 airports nationwide. Playing a pivotal role in Canada’s aviation system, CATSA’s goal is to provide a professional, effective and consistent level of service across the country, and that the travelling public and CATSA’s partners benefit from the most secure aviation security screening service and the best client experience.
CATSA’s Technology Branch has embarked on an exciting period of transformation and growth. It is seeking a strategic technology leader to take on the role of Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Reporting to the President & CEO, the CTO oversees all matters relating to the planning, evaluation, deployment and operation of airport security screening equipment/operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) for CATSA. Building on the organization’s considerable strengths to shape and drive CATSA’s technology vision and strategy across both OT and IT domains, the CTO leads a team of over 100 individuals that ensure seamless integration and alignment of technology with CATSA’s strategic objectives, and stakeholder needs.
As a strong candidate you bring 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, ideally acquired in highly operational, secure, mission critical environments. CATSA will benefit from your expertise in leading large-scale change management initiatives across complex organizations and your proven track record in managing large and diverse teams in both operational technology and information technology domains. An outstanding team builder who fosters a positive, respectful culture built on collaboration, inclusion, and integrity, you are adept at leading strategic technology planning and implementation projects while aligning organizational skills and capacity needed for the future. You bring highly developed business and operations skills and familiarity with complex organizations where public policy plays an important role in defining resources and priorities. You balance strong overall technology sector knowledge and credibility with skill in communicating to and influencing senior leadership as you make linkages to operational imperatives and objectives that align to strategic goals and objectives.
How to apply:
If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please submit your application before November 3rd**, 2025 by 11:59pm EST.**
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
As an employer committed to a fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the public we serve, we encourage candidates in designated groups - women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities - to apply and self-declare by answering the questions on the online application form.
CATSA is committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process and work environment. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process and may include pre-interview information, modified interview formats, accessible settings, adaptive technologies, additional time, and more. These measures are designed to remove barriers and ensure a fair assessment, allowing candidates to fully demonstrate their skills and qualifications.
Candidates who require accommodations that prevent them from applying online should communicate via HumanResources-RessourcesHumaines@catsa.gc.ca or 1-833-339-1021 (TTY) prior to the closing date.
Taleo ID:
2396
Language Requirements:
Bilingual Imperative
Job category:
Technology
Hiring Pay Range:
To be discussed
Staffing Method:
Indeterminate Vacancy
of openings:
1
Position reports to:
Ottawa - Head Office
Posting Date:
09/10/2025
Working Location:
Ottawa
Application Deadline:
03/11/2025
Working Location Category:
Hybrid
About Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA)
The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) is a Crown corporation responsible for securing specific elements of the air transportation system – from passenger and baggage screening to screening airport workers.
CATSA is mandated with protecting the public through effective and efficient screening of air travelers and their baggage. Our goal is to provide a professional, effective and consistent level of security service across the country, at or above the standards set by Transport Canada