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Government Security Operations Specialist

Geotab

Geotab

Operations
Oakville, ON, Canada
Posted on Oct 25, 2024

Who we are

Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Government Security Operations Specialist who will support government security operations, including Geotab’s FedRAMP initiative and other non-FedRAMP environments. They will work collaboratively across technical and business departments. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

The Government Security Operations Specialist will work collaboratively with various teams at Geotab in support of our secure cloud native and modern environment. This position will help achieve & maintain security compliance, implement best practices, and mitigate risk across the organization, specifically as it relates to Geotab government-focused environments and solutions. This position will be responsible for maintenance of the GTP Gov System Security Plan and associated documents, assisting with process and deliverables as part of our Continuous Monitoring program, as well as communicating and collaborating with stakeholders to help guide them on Geotab security posture and programs.

How you'll make an impact

  • Develop a solid end-to-end understanding of Geotab's security programs including our FedRAMP architecture and supporting infrastructure and solutions.
  • Responsible for driving compliance control-mapping related discussions around technical design and architecture, and identifying impact of changes on security controls.
  • Perform Security Impact Assessments (SIA), risk assessment of proposed and existing solutions, evaluate for compliance against security controls and best practices, and make technical security recommendations to mitigate identified risks.
  • Lead/support the development, assessment, and maintenance of security documentation in accordance with both compliance standards and company guidelines.
  • Provide support to the Continuous Monitoring Program (cloud security vulnerability management, access control review, remediation of red teaming engagement reports results), ensuring required deliverables are produced and delivered, issues are resolved/mitigated and SLAs adhered to, performing follow-up and escalation as necessary.
  • Participate in the monitoring and triage of the service ticket queue (requests, RFPs, escalations, questions etc) for the GovSecOps team, updating, addressing or escalating as appropriate
  • Collaborate effectively across multiple projects with varied stakeholders, providing security technical expertise as well as guidance on Geotab security policies, processes and procedures.
  • Maintain current knowledge on emerging security threats, trends and technologies, with a focus on impacts to our public sector line of business
  • Act as Subject Matter Expertise in Security Compliance Frameworks such as ISO27001, FedRAMP, StateRAMP, CMMC, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171
  • Support Geotab global strategic initiatives.

What you'll bring to the role

  • Experience and understanding of security tool use, particularly vulnerability management using tools such as Tenable Nessus, Crowdstrike, Wiz etc…
  • Self-motivated and able to work in an independent manner
  • Able to own and author content/reports/attestations.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, and attention to detail.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, remote environment.
  • Able to work well under pressure and respond to fast changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve to well-judged decisions.
  • A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.
  • Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree specialization in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.

Why job seekers choose Geotab

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.