Cryptographic Module Tester III

1 week ago


Ottawa, Canada Intertek Full time

Intertek Acumen Security/EWA-Canada is looking for a Cryptographic Module Tester III - Entropy to join our team in Ottawa, Canada.

Job Overview

This position will specialize in the requirements for Entropy Source Validation (ESV).

The successful candidate will join an existing successful Entropy team that addressed all of the entropy certification requirements for both FIPS and Common Criteria submissions for all of Intertek’s Certification Laboratories which includes Acumen Security and EWA-Canada.

Scope of Work

  • Lead ESV activities for FIPS 140-3 validation projects and Common Criteria projects.
  • Lead customer Gap Analysis workshops and create related documentation.
  • Analysis and testing for hardware and software entropy sources.
  • Create Entropy Assessment Reports (EAR) for FIPS and Common Criteria projects.
    This includes either creating the Stochastic Model or Heuristic Argument or peer reviews of other existing mathematicians in the ESV team.
  • Prepare and submit ESV packages to NIST/CMVP
  • Project point of contact (POC) with NIST/CMVP and technical POC with customers.
  • Assist in the development and review of all test reports and required certification documentation.
  • Review/comment submission-related output from other engineers.
  • Provide technical assistance and mentorship to engineers.
  • Participate in industry groups and conferences including presentations.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Who We're Looking For

  • Master’s degree in electronic or electrical engineering, computer science, information technology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • A strong mathematics and statistics background.
  • NIST/CMVP ESV certification or ability to gain certification within 180 days of employment.
  • Willing to learn NIST SP 800-90A,B & C and become an Entropy DRBG Subject Matter Expert.
  • Willing to learn FIPS approved and NIST-recommended cryptographic algorithms and the test environment for ESV services.
  • Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment.
  • Positive attitude with excellent analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Desire to learn new products and technologies.
  • Commitment to high standards of ethics, regulatory compliance, customer service and business integrity.
  • Hands-on user interface experience and command line fluency on Windows and Linux.
  • Ability to read computer code in languages such as C, C++, Python, and/or Java.
  • Hands-on experience working with MS Office or equivalent.
  • Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the workplace, practicing business the right way.
  • Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines.
  • Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management.
  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats.
  • Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties.
  • Must be customer focused and quality driven.
  • Ability to travel as business needs dictate.

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications

  • Strong background in analogue design.
  • Ability to review Entropy Assessment Reports (SP800-90B analysis).
  • PhD degree in computer science, information technology or a related field.
  • Background in any of the following: digital or analog circuits, stochastic modelling, or interrupt processing or other events in computing systems.
  • Logic design and a working knowledge of a HDL (VHDL or Verilog) as well as the backend logic synthesis, place and route, static timers and other tool chains for either FGPA or ASIC design flows.

Intertek’s Commitment

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Our Culture of Total Quality Assurance

Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all.

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world’s leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with Disabilities, who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.canada@intertek.com

Please apply online at Intertek Canada Careers (oraclecloud.com)

  • Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.



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