Cyber Systems Security Engineering Associate Manager

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 18, 2026
1 position

$126,000–$165,500 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Lead a cybersecurity team by balancing technical authority with people management to deliver secure systems. Drive the adoption of Systems Security Engineering best practices while mentoring employees and aligning solutions with mission needs.

Job details

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. 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science and at least five years of professional experience in cybersecurity or systems engineering. Must hold a CISSP certification and be eligible for NATO Secret clearance.