Network & Telecom - Cybersecurity Engineer

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Date: 6 Dec 2024

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Company: Alstom

Req ID:474120 

 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

 

 

 
Imagine playing a central role in reducing the carbon footprint of Canada's busiest public transit system and doing so with a consistently ranked Top Employer with a global reach. As part of the ONxpress consortium, Alstom is proudly working to transform the collective mobility of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas (GTHA) through the On-Corridor Works project. The GO Expansion scope: new electric locomotives, fleet upgrades, train control systems, network electrification, signalling, telecommunications and digital systems.
 

Objective

The Cybersecurity Engineer will participate in Network and Telecom Cybersecurity design team in designing, deploying and validating network and telecom network security solutions. In this role you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals. 

 

Essential Responsibilities 

Multi-disciplinary environment working with the network security design, engineering, and the commissioning of integrated radio and TCP/IP networks. Solutions utilize licensed and unlicensed voice and data radios, LAN/WAN networks, and back office servers as well as other communication links between locomotives, between locomotives and wayside equipment, and/or between wayside and central office locations:

  • Use system requirements to collaborate closely with the Network Design team to improve cybersecurity solutions and integrate them into the network.
  • Create and maintain documentation including Cyber security Functional Specifications, Cyber security Architecture Design description and Cyber security Interface Control Documents
  • Work as part of the Network team and assist Lead System Designer as needed
  • Perform Cybersecurity Engineering tasks in support of program objectives
  • Use Cybersecurity platform management tools to design a system that will meet network security, performance, management, and monitoring objectives
  • Review cybersecurity risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies for a Communication Network
  • Perform Cybersecurity Engineering tasks in support of program objectives
  • Understanding and interpreting of the system cybersecurity requirements and contract requirements and generate subsystem-level requirements using DOORS and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations
  • Document technical data generated by the assigned project, consistent with engineering policies and procedures
  • Administer Active Directory, including user and group management, Group Policy administration, authentication processes, and DNS management and troubleshooting
  • Oversee firewall configurations and management, specifically with Fortinet products, to ensure robust perimeter security
  • Design and manage security gateways, including VPN and IPSEC configurations, to facilitate secure remote access
  • Manage antivirus solutions, including Symantec Antivirus server and client management, to protect against malware and ensure endpoint security
  • Administer and manage Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to ensure timely deployment of Windows updates and patches across the organization's systems
  • Ensure documents be delivered as per project Documentation plan (Documentation Master List) in line with project Development For Quality Gate Reviews milestones
  • Collaborate closely with the Network Design team to improve cybersecurity solutions and integrate them into the network
  • Participate to Installation and Test & Commissioning activities as well as network maintenance activities remote and in the field

 

All about you: 

We value passion and experience. We don’t expect you to have every single skill, but we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience in networking or telecommunication cybersecurity
  • Experience of designing, implementing, and operating secured networks,
  • CISSP / CISM certifications preferred

 

Competencies & Skills: 

  • Hands-on experience with Firewalls and Active directory for core networks and backhauls
  • Knowledge of network security and access policies, Cybersecurity principles, technologies, and solutions
  • Proficiency in IPsec, Ciphers, GPO, Central authentications, Antivirus Solution, IDS
  • Proven experience with monitoring tools, Cybersecurity platforms
  • Knowledge of virtualization concepts
  • Knowledge of experience in railway industry is a plus

 

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!


Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

 

Job Type:​Experienced​


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