IT Specialist (ProgrammerOperator)

Who We Are:

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety efficiency and readiness.

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAEs Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

• CAE Values: Empowerment Innovation Excellence Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

• A work environment where all employees are valued respected and safe

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver take initiatives and make decisions

• Recognition professional development advancement and having fun!

Summary

The IT Specialist (Programmer/Operator) supports the IT Lead in maintaining and operating central network servers enduser workstations and common desktop applications for a CAE training systems environment. This role manages hardware software cloud services cybersecurity controls data management systems learning platforms scheduling and administration tools and inventory applications. The IT Specialist performs system configuration security monitoring vulnerability assessments incident response and technical support while ensuring compliance with applicable security frameworks and Department of Defense (DoD) standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Design deploy and manage secure cloud environments (SharePoint CloudOne AWS) in alignment with NIST ISO 27001 FedRAMP and related standards.
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  Administer systems connected to secure government networks and enforce applicable cybersecurity requirements.
  
• Configure and maintain Identity and Access Management (IAM) MultiFactor Authentication (MFA) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for cloud and on premises systems.
  
• Implement and monitor security controls including IDS/IPS SIEM and endpoint protection solutions.
  
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing; identify and mitigate system risks.
  
• Manage networking infrastructure such as firewalls VPNs and load balancers to maintain secure connectivity between cloud and on prem environments.
  
• Conduct recurring security audits risk assessments and disaster recovery planning.
  
• Develop and maintain security incident response plans and support rapid mitigation of threats.
  
• Stay informed on emerging security trends vulnerabilities and industry best practices.
  
• Provide technical guidance and training on cloud and cybersecurity practices to internal personnel.
  
• Monitor overall system usage and performance.
  
• Ensure scheduled and nonscheduled backup proceduresincluding media handling documentation storage locations and testingremain functional and compliant.
  
• Perform information security vulnerability scanning using ACAS tools and produce reports and remediation plans (POA&Ms).
  
• Install test configure maintain and upgrade systems applications hardware and network infrastructure in compliance with cybersecurity requirements (STIG SRG NIST).
  
• Implement monitor and sustain established technical security controls for the computing environment.
  
• Develop compensating controls for identified security gaps.
  
• Assist with developing or maintaining system documentation security plans procedures and technical references (network topology hardware/software inventories).
  
• Maintain learning management systems content management systems scheduling applications configuration management tools websites and inventory databases.
  
• Provide technical support for end users regarding workstation applications network access and system usage.
  
• Support website maintenance updates and availability.
  
• Assist in coordinating system deployments and updates.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Management Information Systems Computer Science Information Technology or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 or more years of experience in Information Technology or related environments.
• Ability to obtain an Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level III certification within six months of completing the probationary period.
• Experience with cloud environments such as AWS Azure or Google Cloud.
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• Strong background in firewalls VPNs IDS/IPS SIEM systems and endpoint security.
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  Knowledge of security frameworks including NIST CIS ISO 27001 and FedRAMP.
  
• Familiarity with incident response tools and monitoring systems such as Splunk Sentinel or CrowdStrike.
  
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows server administration.
  
• Strong analytical skills in risk assessment cybersecurity troubleshooting and secure solution implementation.
  
• Knowledge of client/server environments telecommunications network migration desktop computing and systems integration.
  
• Experience with network analysis design tuning and support.
  
• Understanding of largescale storage technologies (SAN NAS fiber channel tiered storage replication backup).
  
• Proficiency in Ethernet networking protocols.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical security concepts to nontechnical users.
  
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
  
• Ability to work overtime alternate shifts or weekends as required.
  
• Understanding of military protocols and customs.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials in any form. Shall not divulge any information or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a professional office environment using standard communication and computer equipment.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.
• Occasional work within training environments that may include exposure to mechanical systems elevated areas operational training devices and potential electrical or mechanical hazards.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to walk climb stairs and access simulator or cockpit environments.
• Ability to detect odors noises or other auditory/visual indicators related to system performance or environmental conditions.
• Ability to perform general mobility tasks within training device areas as needed.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic including disability and protected veteran status as defined under federal state or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at

At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color national origin age religion sex disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local CAE everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at .

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