Job Description

CFMWS - WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we're more than just a workplace; we're a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.



Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.



As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

As a Cyber Security Officer, you ensure that the organization's information systems are protected. You perform vulnerability assessments, ongoing information risk assessments and audits, and monitor the network to detect security irregularities. You oversee and measure information security practices across technologies and processes, and design robust security solutions.



You also play a key role in

artificial intelligence security governance

, ensuring that AI systems are deployed securely, ethically, and in alignment with organizational policies. You assess AI-related risks, contribute to the development of AI governance frameworks, and collaborate with stakeholders to embed responsible AI practices into business operations.



The Cyber Security Officer improves information security through awareness programs, policies, guidelines, and standards, as well as through the ongoing integration of security within business strategies. You recommend and implement network security measures, and continuously enhance the security infrastructure--including those supporting AI and machine learning environments.



This is a senior role within a collaborative team, where you will apply your expertise daily. If you are passionate about technology, cybersecurity, and the responsible use of AI, and want to be part of a team driving digital innovation, this is the opportunity for you.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma or certificate in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering or a related field AND several years of experience in IT security or a related field



Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) certification or equivalent certification, an asset

Experience

Three or more years of experience in Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence



In installations and implementation of security solutions across various computing platforms and network infrastructure



In the management of both physical and logical information security systems



In vulnerability assessment, security audits, TCP/IP, intrusion detection systems, and firewalls



In technical documentation



In weighing business risks and suggesting appropriate information security measures



In writing IT security policies



In personnel administration



In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English or French Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset



Reading: Functional



Writing: Functional



Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits:

Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance:

Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning:

Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development:

Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks:

Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting:

https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

OTHER INFORMATION

This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Flexible Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager.



This is a temporary position with an anticipated start date of 01 December 2025, and end date of 30 November 2026.



You may be eligible to receive a Scarce Skills Premium for this position as outlined in the attached IT Scarce Skills Compensation Agreement.

START DATE

01 December 2025

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.



Job Reference: CFMWS16105