ISL 27R - Senior Technical Analyst (Certificate Authorities & Cryptographic Security) - Closing date extended

The Team
The Access and Directory Management Services (ADMS) team is a well-established, collaborative group within the Cybersecurity and Digital Trust Branch, made up of 18 professionals who are passionate about securing digital identities across government. As part of a diverse and inclusive team of 11 specialists, you’ll work on critical identity infrastructure and authentication services that protect public sector employees and digital assets. We value different perspectives and lived experiences, and we’re committed to fostering a supportive environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully to innovative, high-impact work.

The Role
This role is essential to keeping the BC Government’s digital systems secure and trustworthy. You’ll manage and improve cryptographic systems that protect sensitive information, support secure communication with Government partners, and help ensure that public services are safe and reliable for everyone. By leading efforts to modernize our security infrastructure-including preparing for future technologies like quantum computing-you’ll help shape a more secure, inclusive digital future for all British Columbians, ensuring that services remain accessible and protected for diverse communities across the province.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in the information security, cyber security, information systems, computer science or related field, and 3 years of recent (within last 10 years) related experience; OR
• Diploma in the information security, cyber security, information systems, computer science or related field, and 4 years of recent (within last 10 years) related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and recent (within last 10 years) related experience may be considered.

Related experience includes ALL of the following:

• Four years of experience working in a complex, multi-team, enterprise environment.
• Three years of experience supporting X.509 certificates.
• Three years of experience using X.509 certificates to support various applications/protocols such as TLS, LDAPS, Windows Smartcard logon, IPSEC, custom applications, etc.
• Three years of experience with tools such as WireShark/MS Netmon and Certutil.
• Three years of experience with X.509 certificate extensions and how they impact certificate usage.
• Three years of experience working in complex information technology environments.
• Experience designing, implementing and supporting AD CS role in an enterprise environment with Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services with Microsoft Entra ID in an on-premise or hybrid cloud-based enterprise environment.
• Experience leading AD CS related implementation projects in an enterprise environment.
• Experience implementing and supporting Microsoft Internet Information Server, Web Enrollment Pages, and Network Device Enrollment Service.
• Experience with Windows Batch files or Powershell.
• Experience with CRL distribution points, and Online Certificate Status Protocol (OCSP).
• Experience translating complex functional, technical, security and business requirements into architectural designs or plans.
• Experience in creating technical documentation/technical content.

Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:

• Experience with other, (non-Microsoft), PKI environments, such as Entrust PKI.
• Experience with Entrust mPKI environment, including Certification Authorities, LDAP directories, and User Management System.
• Experience with technologies used within a PKI environment, including hardware security modules (both networked and personal), databases, and desktop software.
• Experience with configuring and supporting Entrust Desktop Software, including Entrust Certificate Agent for Windows and Outlook, and SafeNet Authentication Client.
• Experience with cross certified PKI environments.
• Any professional certifications from Microsoft, Amazon, or other Cloud based services (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Microsoft Certified Specialist Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions, etc.).
• Professional designation as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional or Certified Information Security Manager, or equivalent.
• Experience with Agile Framework and Agile best practices.
• Experience with Lean, Work Breakdown Structures, Scrum/Kanban processes and Business Process Modelling.
• Experience with supervising technical staff.
• Preference may be given to a candidate with more years of experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jon.Mccaig@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Amendment July 4, 2025: Closing date extended until July 13, 2025.
Amendment July 9, 2025: Closing date extended until July 20, 2025.
Amendment July 18, 2025: Closing date extended until July 27, 2025.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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