Principal Architect, Product Security
Ottawa, Ontario
Network Operations - IT – Cybersecurity & Compliance /
Full Time Hire - (FTE with Benefits) /
Hybrid
Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 14 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Product Security Architect to join our team to help in securing next-generation satellite systems. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Product Security, you will be responsible for embedding security throughout the product lifecycle - from design and development to deployment and operations - ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our space and ground-based assets.
Main Responsibilities
- Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment: Conduct threat modeling and security risk assessments for satellite hardware, software, and communication systems
- Secure Design & Architecture: Collaborate with engineering teams to design secure systems, including onboard satellite software, ground control systems, and data links
- Vulnerability Management: Evaluate and support remediation efforts related to vulnerabilities in embedded systems, firmware, and satellite communication protocols
- Security Testing: Propose test use cases and review testing results, for assessments such as penetration testing, fuzzing, and static/dynamic code analysis on satellite and ground systems
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure compliance with industry standards/frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and space-specific cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., CCSDS, CNSSI 1253)
- Incident Response: Create concept of operations for incident detection, analysis, and response to security events affecting satellite products
- Tooling & Automation: Ensure the software development lifecycle follows industry best practices and utilize appropriate security tools automating security checks
- Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with software, hardware, systems, and mission assurance teams to champion security best practices
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in product or embedded security architecture
- Experience in the aerospace or satellite industry
- Certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, CEH, or GIAC
Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of embedded systems security, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and secure communications
- Knowledge of space system architectures, including satellite buses, payloads, and ground stations
- Extensive understanding of space industry general threat landscape
- Experience with security tools (e.g., SAST, DAST, Splunk, etc.)
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, ISO/IEC 27001).
- Familiarity with space situational awareness (SSA) and anti-jamming/anti-spoofing techniques
- Experience with DevSecOps in aerospace environments
Decision Making and Supervision
- Work under minimum supervision
At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.
