Technical Specialist (Computer Services Officer 3)

Competition # : 50356

Department:Cyber Security & Digital Solutions

Location:HALIFAX

Type of Employment:Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date:18-Nov-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At CSDS , we prioritize people-both within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible, reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.

In todays tech-driven world, CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians expectations. As a trusted partner across government, we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure, user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety, we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.

We dont just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes. Our agile, data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotia's evolving needs.

Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference. From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms, youll play a key role in building a more inclusive, responsive government for Nova Scotians.

Together, were setting new standards for digital public service, delivering resilient solutions that meet todays needs—and anticipate tomorrows challenges.

About Our Opportunity

As the Technical Specialist,



you will be reporting to the Manager of Security Operations within the Digital Infrastructure - Network, Security division of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions Department.

The goal of this team is to continue to advance the maturity of the Security Operations Centre within areas such as roles and responsibilities, tools, incident response, monitoring, and reporting. The team will take an agile approach to their work by identifying and developing those areas that provide the greatest value on advancing SOC maturity.

Primary Accountabilities

The Technical Specialist for Security Operations will focus on providing triage for incidents or alerts in software such as Microsoft Defender & Sentinel, Tenable, and SolarWinds. To resolve incidents, the Technical Specialist will need to connect with people and troubleshoot observed activity.

It will become important for the Technical Specialist to have a global knowledge of the setting or otherwise be resourceful in finding information from abstracted details. A keen attention to detail will be a fundamental skill to aide the Technical Specialist in providing thorough and insightful reports when requested.

This position may be required to provide after hours on-call support or over night shift work as the SOC iterates and maturing.

Qualifications and Experience





As the successful candidate you will have a bachelors degree in Information Technology plus three (3) years related experience; or graduation from a recognized Information Technology Program plus three (3) years and six (6) months related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

- Working knowledge or experience in a systems operational environment
- Knowledge of KQL
- Analysing network data, system events, and logs
- Troubleshooting and documenting incidents
- Providing project status updates to stakeholders

The following will be considered assets:

- Relevant security or network certifications would be considered an asset.
- Experience managing Linux Servers or applicable certifications

We will assess the above qualifications and experience using tools such as assessments, presentations, interviews, reference checks, etc.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Working Conditions

- Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
- May be required to work overtime on occasion
- On-call may be required

What We Offer

- Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training

📌 Technical Specialist (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 The Government of Nova Scotia
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality