The Opportunity: Cybersecurity Specialist, IT Permanent, Full-Time bargaining unit position, based out of Whitehorse, Yukon.
Who we are: Yukon Energy is the primary generator and transmitter of electrical energy in the Yukon territory, operating within the Traditional Territories of Yukon First Nations. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and collaboration with Indigenous communities across all our operations.
What will you do: As the Cybersecurity Specialist, you will:
- Strengthen the organization’s IT security posture within the utility sector, ensuring resilience against evolving cyber threats.
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity strategies aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 to enhance overall security governance.
- Manage IT infrastructure security, proactively identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities to protect critical systems.
- Conduct Security Threat Risk Assessments (STRA) and provide recommendations to reduce cybersecurity risks.
- Support business continuity and incident response planning, ensuring rapid recovery from potential cyber incidents.
- Maintain detailed documentation and ensure compliance with Yukon Energy’s policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility and attention to detail in managing cybersecurity challenges.
What You Need To Succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are highly desirable.
- 3-5 years of IT security experience, preferably in utilities or critical infrastructure sectors.
- Hands-on experience with compliance frameworks like NIST CSF 2.0 and CIS/IEC 62443.
- Familiarity with IT systems, including cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), Windows/Linux servers, and Active Directory.
- Experience with tools and platforms such as Cisco, Check Point, and NetScaler
- Capability to evaluate risks and recommend actionable mitigation strategies.
- Hands-on experience in Incident Response, BCP/DR testing and simulation.
- Understanding of securing cloud platforms.
- Strong understanding of network security, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
- Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, OSI model), routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and network security architectures.
- Experience with configuring and maintaining secure network environments.
- Strong understanding of threat landscapes, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
- Knowledge of securing IT infrastructure, including servers, databases, and cloud systems.
- Proficiency in endpoint protection platforms, antivirus, and vulnerability management tools.
- Expertise in performing STRA and creating actionable mitigation strategies.
- Knowledge of data loss prevention (DLP) technologies and encryption protocols.
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Evaluating complex problems systematically to identify root causes and solutions.
- Drafting policies, reports, and incident summaries clearly and concisely.
Compensation: Level 10: $54.13/hour-$64.64/hour
What Is In It For You
- Northern Allowance: $7,000.00 + 5% Base Pay added to Base Salary
- Comprehensive Benefit Package that begins the first day of employment
- RRSP Matching Program begins first day of employment
- 4 weeks of vacation leave, 4 weeks of sick leave, 40 hours of special leave
- Travel Allowances for employee and their spouse and dependent(s)
- Annual Wellness Subsidy
- Cell Phone Subsidy
- Flexible work arrangements/Work from Home options
- Relocation Assistance
- Training and Development opportunities
- Opportunity to be a part of something greater and help the Yukon
Yukon Energy values diversity in the workplace. We strive to achieve a skilled workforce that is representative of the population we serve, and we are committed to the employment and professional development of Yukon First Nations citizens. First Nations candidates are encouraged to self-declare.
To
apply, please go to Recruitment (adp.com).
Employment is conditional upon successfully completing a criminal record check, which will only be conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been extended. This requirement is due to the sensitive nature of the position.
If you have any questions, please feel free email People & Culture via email at hr@yec.yk.ca . The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
We thank all candidates for applying but only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada for any employer without employer sponsorship.
Date Posted: March 3, 2025
