Ontario Government Client is actively seeking a Technology Architect. As a Technology Architect where you have experience cyber and network security, ideally within Ontario K-12 school boards. Proficiency in next-gen technologies like AI/ML, SIEM, and EPP/EDR/XDR is essential. Coordination expertise, industry certifications (CEH, CISSP, CISM), and public sector familiarity are highly valued. Join us to safeguard and modernize educational networks.
Note: The candidate is present on-site for three days each week.
Must Have
Cyber Security and Network Security
4+ years of hands-on experience with cyber security, network security, and network protection solutions and technologies, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards, including:
Next-generation cyber security technologies leveraging AI and ML
SIEM such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, AlienVault, and FortiSiem
Endpoint protection (EPP), EDR, XDR, and other endpoint security solutions
Identity Management (IdM) and identity security
Incident Management (IM)
4+ years’ hands-on experience with authentication solutions and technologies, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards
Network Technology
2+ years’ hands-on experience with SDN, SD-WAN, especially with Fortinet, Meraki, Palo Alto, and Aruba, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards
2+ years’ hands-on experience in data monitoring and management systems, particularly SolarWinds, FortiManager, and Panorama, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards
Strong communication skills demonstrated through:
3+ years’ experience in preparing written materials
3+ years’ of coordinating complex technical work with multiple IT teams
Industry Certifications / Relevant Degrees
Cyber security certification (e.g., CEH, CISSP, or CISM)
Nice-to-have
Public Sector Experience
4+ years’ hands-on experience working with Ontario K-12 school boards, particularly with school board networks and network security
Criteria
Cyber Security and Network Security
5+ years’ experience in network security on advanced SD networks, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards
4+ years of hands-on experience with various cyber security and network protection solutions and technologies, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards
Network Technology
2+ years’ hands-on experience with Ontario K-12 school boards’ networks
2+ years’ hands-on experience with network data traffic awareness, monitoring, and analysis tools and technologies, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards
Coordination Skills and Experience
3+ years’ experience in effectively presenting to management teams and external stakeholders
Industry Certifications / Relevant Degrees
Cyber security certification (e.g., CEH, CISSP, or CISM)
Public Sector Experience
4+ years’ hands-on experience working with Ontario K-12 school boards, particularly with school board networks and network security