SA&A Practitioner (Secret clearance required)

5.5 month remote contract with high chance of extension

Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Practitioner

Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) activities for Government of Canada IT projects.
  • Action and provide evidence in response to security documentation, including Security Assessment Reports (SAR), Security Plans, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts.
  • Ensure compliance with Government of Canada security standards, policies, and ITSG/ITSP guidelines.
  • Conduct security readiness assessments and guide projects through the process to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO).
  • Collaborate with project teams, system owners, and security stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Provide expert advice on security controls, threat modeling, and vulnerability management.
  • Support project delivery by aligning security documentation with frameworks and government procurement requirements.
  • Lead evidence collection workshops with technical solution SMEs and author required security design documents.
Required Skills & Experience:
  • Extensive experience in SA&A processes and achieving ATO for Government of Canada systems.
  • Strong knowledge of ITSG-33, GC security policies, and compliance requirements.
  • Familiarity with cloud and on-premise environments, including security control implementation.
  • Proven ability to deliver security documentation for large-scale IT projects.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
ACCESSIBILITY We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email your recruiter directly or accessibility@fxinnovation.com to make arrangements.

If you have questions regarding accessible employment at Ateko please email our Human Resources team at accessibility@fxinnovation.com

Ateko

Derek Weber - Senior Recruiter derek.weber@ateko.com
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