Techincal Specialist, DevSecOps Cloud (Computer Services Off 3)
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
At 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We don’t just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes.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 Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, DevSecOps Cloud you are proficient in providing guidance and specialized support services with a focus on modern Cloud, and DevSecOps management practises. You will ensure effective and efficient availability, deployment, and maintenance of IT cloud and DevSecOps assets for the Government of Nova Scotia in a manner that meets or exceeds established customer service standards. You will play a key role in Cloud and DevSecOps services support to ensure a consistent level of service to our partners and clients.
Primary Accountabilities
As the Computer Services Officer 3 (Technical Specialist – DevSecOps Cloud), your primary accountabilities will include:
- Working with other technology teams within your own work unit.
- Monitoring and maintaining cloud services on behalf of partners and clients.
- Working frequently with technology teams outside of your work unit.
- Resolving incidents and problems.
- Providing specialized technical support and service to clients and partners.
- Supporting operational service and regular maintenance activities.
- Providing effective communications with partners and clients when needed.
- Participating in a 24/7 on-call support rotation.
- Providing tier 2 support to Technical Analysts.
Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role you will have: a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science plus a minimum of three years experience; or graduation from a recognized Information Technology program plus 3 years and six months experience; or combined equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience must include:
- 2 years working in cloud environments such as Azure, GCP and/or AWS.
- 2 years working in 7/24 mission critical environments.
- Experience with containerization and DevSecOps.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills (both verbal and written).
- The ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing business priorities.
- Experience of Agile practices.
The following would be considered assets:
- Good understanding of cloud networking.
- Working knowledge of cloud WAFs and firewalls.
- Terraform skills.
- Understanding of Infrastructure as code.
- Understanding of git and GitLab.
- Working knowledge of Python and YAML.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies, ITIL processes and IT Security policies.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
We recognize that everyone brings different skills and experiences to the table.
If you don’t “check all the boxes”, we encourage you to apply anyway and tell us why you’re the right fit for the job.
We value diversity of thought and believe that the best teams are those that bring together people with a range of experiences and perspectives.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.
Techincal Specialist, DevSecOps Cloud (Computer Services Off 3)
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
At 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 Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, DevSecOps Cloud you are proficient in providing guidance and specialized support services with a focus on modern Cloud, and DevSecOps management practises. You will ensure effective and efficient availability, deployment, and maintenance of IT cloud and DevSecOps assets for the Government of Nova Scotia in a manner that meets or exceeds established customer service standards. You will play a key role in Cloud and DevSecOps services support to ensure a consistent level of service to our partners and clients.
Primary Accountabilities
As the Computer Services Officer 3 (Technical Specialist – DevSecOps Cloud), your primary accountabilities will include:
- Working with other technology teams within your own work unit.
- Monitoring and maintaining cloud services on behalf of partners and clients.
- Working frequently with technology teams outside of your work unit.
- Resolving incidents and problems.
- Providing specialized technical support and service to clients and partners.
- Supporting operational service and regular maintenance activities.
- Providing effective communications with partners and clients when needed.
- Participating in a 24/7 on-call support rotation.
- Providing tier 2 support to Technical Analysts.
Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role you will have: a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science plus a minimum of three years experience; or graduation from a recognized Information Technology program plus 3 years and six months experience; or combined equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience must include:
- 2 years working in cloud environments such as Azure, GCP and/or AWS.
- 2 years working in 7/24 mission critical environments.
- Experience with containerization and DevSecOps.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills (both verbal and written).
- The ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing business priorities.
- Experience of Agile practices.
The following would be considered assets:
- Good understanding of cloud networking.
- Working knowledge of cloud WAFs and firewalls.
- Terraform skills.
- Understanding of Infrastructure as code.
- Understanding of git and GitLab.
- Working knowledge of Python and YAML.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies, ITIL processes and IT Security policies.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
We recognize that everyone brings different skills and experiences to the table.
If you don’t “check all the boxes”, we encourage you to apply anyway and tell us why you’re the right fit for the job.
We value diversity of thought and believe that the best teams are those that bring together people with a range of experiences and perspectives.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.