Ottawa (Downtown), ON, CA
Developer - Cyber Initiatives
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About the position
We are seeking a junior developer interested in becoming a valued member of our Cyber team to help connect artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
Reporting to the Assistant Director, Cyber Initiatives, you will join a team tasked with building GenAI use cases for cybersecurity. This is a hands-on position where you will be involved in the design, development, and implementation of these use cases.
What you will do
- Help prototype the application of GenAI to cybersecurity use cases
- Contribute throughout the software development lifecycle (requirements, design, development, testing, implementation)
- Work with data from current applications and workflows to train and evaluate LLMs
- Apply security measures to any solutions developed
- Develop implementation and user guidelines and procedures
What you need to succeed
You are a great teammate, willing to communicate and work with colleagues to deliver GenAI use cases for cybersecurity. You are also a self-starter, capable of grasping new information and providing innovative solutions in a team environment.
In addition, you have experience in:
- Software development (i.e. SDLC) and building applications
- Source Code Management (e.g. GitHub)
- Ability to break down complex problems and communicate to a non-technical audience
Knowledge of:
- Programming languages such as Python or C#
- Various cyber based concepts (e.g. threat, vulnerability, exploit, risk, security logging and monitoring, access control)
Nice-to-have:
- Familiarity with DevSecOps
- Data analysis, or machine learning or natural language
- TypeScript/JavaScript, PowerShell, SQL
- Experience with GenAI tools (OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain)
- Azure (Azure OpenAI, Azure Functions, Azure App service, Azure API Management, Azure Key Vault)
- Participating in cybersecurity events or hackathons relating to cybersecurity or artificial intelligence
Your education and experience
A relevant combination of education and hands-on experience demonstrating your ability to learn, adapt, and apply software development skills. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of relevant experience.
Innovative Mindset
We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things.
Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. Although the position language requirement is English or French essential, we do encourage everyone to improve second their language proficiency for future career growth and to contribute towards fostering a bilingual environment.
What you need to know
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- Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
- Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
- There will be no relocation assistance provided
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
Hybrid Work Model
The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank’s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.
What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider.
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- Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $82,586 to $97,160 (job grade 15)
- The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 5 to 7% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (3%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
- Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
- Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
- Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.