cloud security engineer

Energy and Utilities

CLOUD SECURITY ENGINEER
WINNIPEG, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers
Great Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Under the general direction of the Cyber Security Director (CISO) and reporting to the Enterprise Cyber Security Program Department Manager and as a recognized expert on cloud security, ensure the security of MH cloud services and integration with on premise environments through leading Enterprise Cyber Security Program's (ECSP) cloud priorities, cloud security strategy and design architecture, cloud security assessments, and cloud security risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Enterprise Cyber Security Program's (ECSP) cloud priorities: Lead the development of policies, standards, accountability structures, centralized services to support the implementation of Enterprise Cyber Security Program cloud related priorities. Design mitigation plans and in collaboration with IT/OT areas create technical responses/guidelines to support implementation of cloud security-related plans. Guide implementation of changes to meet the needs of a changing environment (AI-cloud systems, major cloud-based projects such as SAP, AMI) including developing implementation plans for new cloud technology or monitoring requirements.
• Lead cloud security strategy and design architecture: Create Manitoba Hydro's cloud security strategy and design architecture including reference architecture and multi-cloud security. Design the cloud security control requirements and multi-cloud security requirements to support the specialist in deploying the actual cloud security control. Be accountable for accurate records and reporting. Support the design, project management and approach to cloud security tools. Select appropriate cloud security tools (potentially more than one vendor) and manage contracts including performance, negotiations, implementation schedule/planning (project management), participate in change management committees and design and implement change management for IT and enterprise/corporation depending on impact. Manage schedule for renewal and updates. Guide design, implementation and contract components including cyber schedule, RFP schedule drafting and approving, provide guidance on tender evaluation, design appropriate integration with monitoring tools and set reminders and follow through on conducting audits according to contacts and Manitoba Hydro's needs. Design cloud criteria to be added to project management scope for projects.
• Lead cloud related security assessments: Provide expert level input to and support the execution of assessment activities including maturity assessments, scenario assessments, penetration tests, threat risk assessments, enterprise technology security assessments and other assessments as a means of determining current state and identifying opportunities for improvement and enhancement. Develop cloud security assessment requirements, guidelines, practices, questionnaires and potentially manage contract for security assessments of cloud systems. Design audit criteria, review cloud contracts to ensure audit practices are followed, schedule audits, coordinate with contractors, engage in RFP for audit assessment and control testing/pen testing, manage contracts including RFP review, payments, and project management of contracts.
• Lead cloud related cyber risk management: Lead the identification, assessment, tracking, and action initiation for enterprise-wide cloud security related risks.
• Lead cloud related updates for Governing committees: Prepare and deliver cloud related ECSP metrics and status updates.
• Keep abreast of cloud cybersecurity developments: Develop and maintain good working relationships with industry contacts for the purpose of information exchange and to keep abreast of technology innovation and directions including participation on committees. Develop and maintain good working relationships with contacts within D&T, Industrial Control System teams, and interested parties throughout Manitoba Hydro including subsidiaries. Provide expert support for major cloud-based systems such as SAP, AMI, etc.
• Support cyber security operations where required: Be point of contact for external cloud contract during and post incident for forensic and contract support (including breach of contract, etc). Support cyber event incident response and recovery as part of the Incident Response Team. In the event of a significant cyber security incident, you may be called to support response activities at any time during a 24-hour period to assure Manitoba Hydro system security and reliability.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Engineering from a university of recognized standing, plus a minimum of seven years related experience, including two years related experience in network design related to Cyber Security, Operational Technology, or Information Technology Infrastructure.
• Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a specified amount of time).
• Has or be willing to obtain certification within 12 months: ISAACA CSX Cybersecurity Practitioner (CSX-P) or (ICS)2 Entry -Level Cybersecurity certification; and maintain that certification in good standing. Professional certifications such as CCNA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, OSCP, CEH, CGIH, GPE, SANS, etc would be an asset.
• Technical system design and support experience with Information Technology and infrastructure components (firewalls, routers, switches, NAT, etc).
• Possess an understanding of Cyber security concepts, controls, frameworks and standards including NIST and ISO. Knowledge of ICS Cyber Security Risk Management and NERC Critical Information Protection (CIP) Standards, Programs and Procedures, CIP infrastructure components and CIP cyber assets. Familiarity with compliance standards, evidence requirements and understanding audits and assessments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, deliver reports, recommendations, and presentations, and the ability to build and maintain harmonious working relationships with staff across the enterprise at all levels.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including facilitation, and negotiation.
• Demonstrated creativity in resolving complex information technology issues, implementing new processes and products and redesigning work processes.
• Demonstrated initiative, and ability to prioritize, and achieve results in a timely manner.
• Possess good analytical skills, be self-motivating, and possess mature judgment with the ability to make and implement sound decisions.
• Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.
• Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.
• Must complete Manitoba Hydro Standards of Conduct training.
• Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required and must be completed prior to transfer date and renewed annually.

Salary Range
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $51.34-$70.34 Hourly, $98,380.88-$134,784.78 Annually.

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The deadline for applications is NOVEMBER 18, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

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