The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Enterprise Asset Management

Location: 1223 Lower Water St. Halifax, NS

Type of Employment: Regular, Full time

Closing Date: July 8th, 2025

We are currently looking to hire three (3) Asset Management Technology Analysts (Operational Technology) to provide highly skilled security expertise and operational support for Nova Scotia Power within the Power Production or Energy Delivery teams. You will be the prime change agent for all aspects of cyber security and work collaboratively with all external and internal stakeholders, this will include travel to all company sites from Wreck Cove to Tusket.

As a key member of the Operational Technology (OT), you will work closely with the Enterprise Cyber Security and Enterprise Architecture teams, external cyber security partners and vendors, delivering on system architectures and designs, security best practices, and ensure governance of robust configurations to protect our operational network. As the ideal candidate, you have an ability to build and maintain a high credibility and interact well with all groups to ensure cyber security operational controls and processes are understood and actioned appropriately.

This role will be well-suited to an experienced OT professional with a keen interest in technology innovation and strong acumen for cyber security, or an experienced cyber security professional with a keen understanding of operational controls and processes looking to expand their career within an operational technology environment.

As the successful candidate you will prime the operationalization of new cyber security capabilities as well as leverage existing tools and techniques to mature security practice, capabilities, and methodologies throughout the OT environment.

More specifically:

• Prime cyber security operational efficiencies for Industrial Control Systems and operational technology to improve cyber resilience of critical infrastructure.
• Prime cyber security project activities and apply a risk-based approach in all project phases including feasibility, design, test & commissioning, and into operation of the project.
• Respond to project inputs and information security issues during each stage of a project's lifecycle to meet overall project timelines and requirements.
• Define cyber security requirements, perform gap analysis, identify critical assets, and engage associated stakeholders (internal and external) in remediation.
• Lead and execute security remediation across the OT environment.
• Interface with Nova Scotia Power's Enterprise Cyber Security and Enterprise Architecture teams as it relates to technologies and integration as needed.
• Participate in relevant team and project meetings as required to execute and scope the work and ensure continued alignment with corporate strategy.

• Experience in critical infrastructure and Integrated Control Systems, or understanding of technology systems such as:
  • Automation / SCADA / Control Systems
  • Telecommunications / Network Technology
  • Information Technology / Data Centre
  • Computer Sciences / Software Engineering
• Knowledge of cyber security and risk management frameworks, with the ability to interpret and apply the Emera Cyber Security Framework and Standards requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creativity.
• Critical thinker who can demonstrate the ability to lead change.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail.
• Ability to set appropriate expectations and deadlines while managing several tasks simultaneously.
• Desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced cyber security field.
• The ability to work effectively remotely as well as travel within the province to all operational facilities.

Safety:

• Hold safety paramount at all times, for self and others.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety, that of co-workers, and those under your direction by ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• Ensuring Safety Program requirements are being met in a timely manner.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying.

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by July 8, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you.

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.