Information Technology Officer

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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Your resume must include as a minimum: the education level (program, school, degrees obtained, dates); list of relevant work experiences in relation to the advertised position (for each experience, indicate: title of position, name of the organisation, start and end dates, including number of months, brief description of tasks performed and responsibilities); software competencies (list of specialized software used, level of proficiency); field of expertise and special competencies; professional affiliations (associations, working groups, etc.).

Work environment

Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) is the national leader in defence and security science and technology.
As an agency of Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND), DRDC provides DND, the Canadian Armed Forces and other government departments as well as the public safety and national security communities, the knowledge and technological advantage needed to defend and protect Canada’s interests at home and abroad.

Intent of the process

Immediate need will be to fill 1 indeterminate position.

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (term, indeterminate, deployment, assignment, secondment).

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

ED1. Successful completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary program in computer science, information technology, information management or other field related to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EX1. Relevant experience * installing, configuring, maintaining, updating and troubleshooting Windows operating systems (server and client) and the Microsoft Office suite.

EX2. Relevant experience * in the provision of technical support services and user needs analysis
* Relevant experience: 1 year and more.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET EXPERIENCE

AEX1. Experience in installing or setting up or maintaining or updating and fixing problems on the Linux operating system.

AEX2. Experience in software development.

AEX3. Experience in installing and administering virtual environments including VMware.

AEX4. Experience with IT procurement methods in the Government of Canada.

AEX5. Experience in managing a computer fleet of more than 15 users.

AEX6. Experience in the provision of development support and maintenance of experimentation’s IT infrastructure.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

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KNOWLEDGE

K1. Knowledge of configuring and maintaining servers and platforms of type Network Attached Storage (NAS) and Storage Area Network (SAN) devices.
K2. Knowledge of configuring and maintaining software licences (server and client).
K3. Knowledge in backing up and retrieving users and systems data.

ABILITIES

A1. Ability to analyze situations, effectively solve complex problems and make recommendations.
A2. Ability to communicate clearly.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

PS1. Autonomy
PS2. Sense of customer service
PS3. Be proactive
PS4. Effective interpersonal relationships

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET KNOWLEDGE

AK1. Knowledge in the maintenance of Python libraries under the Linux operating system
AK2. Basic knowledge of programming languages such as C, C ++, Matlab or Phyton
AK3. Knowledge of databases and SQL language
AK4. Knowledge of the use of Active Directory (AD) and Group Policy Object (GPO) policies
AK5. Knowledge of computer security practices and techniques
AK6. Knowledge in the installation and administration of network components such as switch

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

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Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

- Security Levels: Reliability, Secret and Top Secret
- Hold a valid driver's license
- Hold or be able to obtain a driver's license from the Department of National Defense (DND 404)
- Being able to lift heavy objects and be able to work in tight spaces
- Agree to do fieldwork occasionally
- Agree to work overtime occasionally

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.