Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 15 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Product Network Cybersecurity Specialist with a focus on public and private infrastructure. The specialist will be responsible for developing and analyzing the integration, testing, operations, and maintenance of cybersecurity solutions within the Telesat Lightspeed Cloud and Network Infrastructure systems. The specialist will ensure that the cybersecurity implications of all new and upgraded technologies to the Lightspeed program are evaluated and will provide related guidance to ensure that the solutions are implemented securely.
Responsibilities
- Understand Lightspeed goals and objectives
- Advise on risk levels and security posture for Telesat Lightspeed Cloud and Network Infrastructure
- Develop Computer Network Defense (CND) guidance for Lightspeed stakeholders
- Determine if baseline security safeguards are appropriately installed
- Manage threat and target analysis for the Telesat Lightspeed Cloud and Network Infrastructure
- Determine the effectiveness of Telesat Lightspeed Cloud and Network Infrastructure cybersecurity safeguards
- Determine if Lightspeed protection and detection capabilities are consistent with organization-level cybersecurity architecture
- Provide support of cost/benefit analyses of Lightspeed cybersecurity recommendations
- Determine the operational and safety impacts of cybersecurity lapses related to Telesat Lightspeed Cloud and Network Infrastructure
- Provide technical support to colleagues and draft reports on security practices for network and cloud deployments
- Stay up to date with the latest security trends and hacker methodologies to ensure our security measures are always one step ahead
- Propose and review network security measures to protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of industry cybersecurity models, frameworks, principles and practices
- Clear understanding of Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability, Authenticity, and Non-repudiation principles and practices
- Proven experience in defense-in-depth principles and practice on Public and Private Clouds
- Experience with network architecture and firewall principles is a significant asset
- Familiarity with authentication technologies (such as 802.1x, EAPol) and network related protocols
- Industry recognized professionalcertification such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CEH is a plus
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for solving complex vulnerabilities in both Cloud and Network systems
- Effective communication skills to liaise with colleagues and executives facilitating the explanation of complex security issues in simple terms
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain reliability clearance.
At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.
What We Do
Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability, and industry-leading customer service, Telesat is one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators. Telesat works collaboratively with its customers to deliver critical connectivity solutions that tackle the world’s most complex communications challenges, providing powerful advantages that improve their operations and drive profitable growth.
Continuously innovating to meet the connectivity demands of the future, Telesat Lightspeed, the company’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, will be the first and only LEO network optimized to meet the rigorous requirements of telecom, government, maritime and aeronautical customers. Telesat Lightspeed will redefine global satellite connectivity with ubiquitous, affordable, high-capacity links with fiber-like speeds.
