Intermediate and Senior Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Specialist
Intermediate and Senior Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Specialist Canada 1 gün 9 saat 57 dakika önce yayınlandı. Contractor Himalayas -
Who We Are PLATO is Canada’s largest Indigenous-owned software testing and technology services company. For nearly 30 years, our expert teams have helped our clients deliver reliable products that users enjoy interacting with.
Our 100% Canada‑based team brings deep experience in QA, software testing, and IT services, along with a shared commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement. We’re a team that shows up for each other, whether that’s tackling complex client challenges or helping colleagues grow through coaching and knowledge‑sharing.
As Canada’s largest Indigenous‑owned software testing company, we’re proud of our roots and our mission to build a stronger, more inclusive technology workforce. At the same time, we warmly welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about quality, teamwork, and making an impact.
Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) Specialist Location: Remote, Canada
Duration-(Oct 2026 toJuly 2027)
Security Clearance: Active Government of CanadaSecret Clearance is required at the time of application
Summary We are seeking an intermediate-level
Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Specialist
to provide subject matter expertise and support the completion of security accreditation activities for an
Azure-native platform . The successful candidate will lead and contribute to the documentation, evidence collection, security testing, and reporting activities required to achieve and maintain compliance with
Government of Canada (GoC) SA&A
requirements.
This role requires strong knowledge of
Microsoft Azure security services , cloud security controls, and Government of Canada security assessment and authorization processes.
Responsibilities
Provide security subject matter expertise for Azure-based solutions and cloud environments.
Support the completion of required Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) documentation and activities.
Develop and maintain Document Control Responses.
Collect, organize, and document security control evidence.
Prepare and maintain Security Installation Plans (SIPs).
Execute security testing activities and document findings in formal test reports.
Collaborate with project teams, architects, and security stakeholders to ensure compliance with security requirements.
Support security reviews, assessments, and audits throughout the project lifecycle.
Identify and document security risks and remediation recommendations.
Mandatory Qualifications
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with the Microsoft Azure platform.
Experience implementing and configuring security controls across Azure components and services.
Demonstrated experience supporting cloud security compliance and governance initiatives.
Experience developing SA&A artifacts, security documentation, and evidence packages.
Experience executing and documenting security testing activities.
In-depth knowledge of Government of Canada Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) processes and requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on Government of Canada cloud transformation or modernization initiatives.
Familiarity with GC IT Security Risk Management methodologies and standards.
Experience with Azure security services such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policy, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Key Vault, and Sentinel.
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Skills
Payment Type
annual
Price Range
-
Work Type
Contractor
Location
Canada
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