The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has one (1) exciting indeterminate opportunity within the Technology branch at the CATSA HQ. This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security.
Why is CATSA a great fit for you?
CATSA is world leader in aviation security and screening with a mandate to protect the public. A Crown corporation, it features a mix of public service and private sector diverse backgrounds in which is reflective of the varied background of its employees. CATSA encourages innovation and creativity and offers a healthy and diverse workplace where employees work in an environment where they can be their true selves and feel energized and proud.
If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you!
Summary of responsibilities:
The Senior Advisor, Cloud Administration is responsible for designing and architecting future solutions, encompassing both hardware and software components. This role works closely with IT Subject Matter Experts, Business Analysts and business owners to lead the creation of the innovation roadmap and contribute to the broader IT Strategic Plan. The Senior Advisor, Cloud Administration leverages a broad range of skills to analyze ideas and challenges, transforming them into actionable solutions. The position is a strategic role that spans across the Product, Support, Security Infrastructure functions. While continually monitoring cloud environments to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security. The Senior, Advisor, Cloud Administration performs all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required.
What you need to succeed
To qualify for the position, you must have:
• A minimum of 5 years progressive experience in technical roles demonstrating increasing levels of innovation, leadership and strategic thinking, with a minimum of 3 years in positions such as Cloud Architect, Cloud Administrator, or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science, or a related field. similar degree
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in cloud computing solutions, specifically in Microsoft Azure
• Proven expertise in industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud computing.
• In-Dep understanding of cloud computing fundamentals and principles.
• Proficient in PowerShell, with knowledge of JSON and XML for configuration files
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to quickly dissect information and solve complex problems.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
• Quick to adapt and learn new technologies, third-party products and tools.
• Fully proficient with Microsoft Office and other standard office productivity tools.
This position is best suited to individuals with the following skills and abilities:
• Strategic thinking and planning with the ability to develop and implement long term technology roadmaps.
• Leadership and influence, ability to inspire and guide teams towards embracing innovation and contributing to success.
• Effective planner, skilled in developing actionable plans to bridge the gap between current and desired outcomes.
• Excellent communication and presenter with the ability to convey complex ideas and visions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Cloud Services, Windows Server, Azure
• Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)
• Proficiency with Azure CLI
Valuable skills include:
• Proven experience leading and managing complex business transformation projects.
• Strong background in facilitating teams or working groups to drive collaboration and success.
• In-dept knowledge of complex computer hardware, data centers, data management and software environments
• Extensive understanding of complex cloud Architecture and their implementation.
• Broad understanding of IT security considerations and their impact on business operations.
• Expertise in virtualization technologies, including hardware platforms, storage, network resources and their role in modern solutions.
• Familiarity with various operating systems and database technologies
Specific work requirements
• Ability to work overtime as required;
• Ability to travel as required
• Language Profile: English Essential;
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; and
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
How to apply:
If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please click on the following link to submit your application before March 6, 2025 by 11:59pm EST.
Additional information:
• Please note that candidates that meet all the position requirements, including the language profile, will be given first consideration however, we invite all interested candidates to submit their applications;
• While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those being considered in the process will be contacted;
• CATSA will use this opportunity to establish a candidate pool that may be used to staff permanent or fixed-term positions with similar responsibilities and qualifications;
CATSA is dedicated to an inclusive selection process and work environment. If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources representative when you are invited to meet with us regarding this employment opportunity.
