Information Security Officer 3

Job Information Job Title: Information Security Officer 3 Ministry: Technology and Innovation Location: Remote across Alberta Full or Part-Time: Full-Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary: Permanent Scope: Open Closing Date: January 2, 2026 Classifications: Systems Analyst Level 3 Salary Range: $3,756.86 to $4,976.09 bi-weekly ($98,054 - $129,875 per year) Every member of Technology and Innovation strives to enable the success of our Ministry partners and Albertans through providing exceptional client focused services that meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. We are looking for collaborative, agile, solutions focused individuals with strong communication skills and a strong service orientation. If that describes you, please read on To learn more about us, please visit our ministry’s webpage at and the Cybersecurity in Alberta webpage at The passionate and solutions focused people that we hire help us to drive vital programs and services that affect Albertans. Whatever your position is here, you will be a part of something great. Join us Do you possess a strong sense of curiosity and a diverse range of technical competencies? Are you motivated by uncovering root causes, reducing risk exposure, and leading strategic initiatives? Can you keep the larger picture in mind while digging into the weeds? Do you enjoy working with teams of dedicated professionals to resolve complex security issues - whether in IT environments or Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial/Enterprise IoT ecosystems? If so, this position may be for you As an Information Security Officer 3 (ISO3) , you will play a critical role in protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the Government of Alberta’s information, IT, OT, and IoT assets. We are hiring for a specialized role, OT/IoT Security & Monitoring – Focused on securing operational technology environments, industrial control systems, and IoT platforms. This role supports the GoA’s Information Security Management Directives (ISMD) and contributes to the safe operation of computing and operational technology environments. Responsibilities Some of your responsibilities in this position will include but are not limited to: Identify, assess, monitor, and respond to vulnerabilities, threats, and incidents impacting OT systems (PLCs, HMIs, DCS, SCADA) and IoT platforms. Provide security advice across OT, IoT, and IT domains, bridging operations and cybersecurity. Participate in projects as an OT/IoT security SME, focusing on architecture, segmentation, and secure device onboarding. Perform vulnerability and threat assessments for industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, etc.) and IoT ecosystems. Design and integrate AI-powered monitoring tools for OT networks and IoT platforms, onboarding telemetry to SIEM. Document risks in the IT Security Risk Register with OT/IoT context and mitigations. Success Criteria To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate: Ability to lead and remain calm in times of crisis. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for executive briefings and technical discussions. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and secure alignment across multiple stakeholders. Analytical and problem-solving skills for complex IT and OT environments. AI-First Mindset The role is designed with an AI-first approach to help you work smarter, not harder. You will leverage AI tools to: Automate insights and personalize stakeholder engagement. Develop and track KPIs using AI to surface trends and predict outcomes. Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing AI to address complex problems and automate analysis of extensive datasets. Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. Agility: Proactively incorporates change into processes. Creates opportunities for improvement. Is aware of and adapts to changing priorities. Remains objective under pressure and supports others to manage their emotions. Proactively explains impact of change on roles and integrates change in existing work. Readily adapts plans and practices. Drive for Results: Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders. Develop self and others: A commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others. Build Collaborative Environments: Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict. Encourages broad thinking on projects and works to eliminate barriers to progress. Facilitates communication and collaboration. Anticipates and reduces conflict at the outset. Credits others and gets talent recognized. Promotes collaboration and commitment. Develop Networks: Leverages relationships to build input and perspective. Looks broadly to engage stakeholders. Open to perspectives towards long-term goals. Actively seeks input into change initiatives. Maintains stakeholder relationships. Systems Thinking: Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals. Seeks insight on implications of different options. Analyzes long-term outcomes, focus on goals and values. Identifies unintended consequences. Creative Problem Solving: Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues. Engages perspective to seek root causes. Finds ways to improve complex systems. Employs resources from other areas to solve problems. Engages others and encourages debate and idea generation to solve problems while addressing risks. Qualifications Required: A university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field. 4 years of related experience in OT/IoT experience including the IC SCADA environments, industrial networking, protocol analysis, passive monitoring tools, IoT device onboarding, SIEM/log integration, and IEC 62443 familiarity. A related two-year diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution and a minimum of six (6) years related experience; or A related one-year certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution and a minimum of seven (7) years related experience. Assets Security certification (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, GPEN, or equivalent) or working toward certification is expected. Experience with AI-powered cybersecurity tools and techniques. Term of Employment: Permanent full-time positionHours of Work: 36.25 hrs/week – Monday to FridayLocation: Remote across AlbertaThis position is eligible for remote work. You must reside in Alberta to work remotely.A written assessment may be required as part of the interview process.Final candidates will be required to undergo enhanced security screening.Depending on the project, on-call rotation and overtime may be required.This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. As well, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hr shifts/week). Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Links and information on what the GOA has to offer to prospective employees: Positive workplace culture and work-life balance Leadership and mentorship programs How To Apply Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Candidates are required to apply online. Please visit for information on how to create a candidate profile and for additional resources on applying for a job with the Government of Alberta. You may also visit for more Government of Alberta recruitment related information.Current employees should access their Career tile in 1GX to submit their application, in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. 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