Job ID #31763: Project Manager, SCADA and Operational Technology Security - RE-POST

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

Re-Post: Candidates who have already applied to this position need not re-apply as they are already under consideration

Job ID #31763: Project Manager, SCADA and Operational Technology Security

Union: Non-Union

Job Description ID #: A13189

Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on October 28, 2026 .

Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy

Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address . External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Superintendent SCADA, the Project Manager SCADA & Operational Technology Security (SCADA/OT) analyses designs, develops, reviews and manages security for all data, information, network and infrastructure systems across the SCADA & operational technology landscape and directs the full life cycle of network and application security management. As an integral part of SCADA & operational technology projects and operations, the Project Manager provides the insight, advice and leadership for the overall development, implementation and execution associated with the water and wastewater treatment facilities and outstations as required as part of the City’s Water and Wastewater Treatment Section’s responsibilities. Provide expertise and direction in developing tender documents, consultant selections, budget preparation, scoping documents and review of development and implementation of security policies, procedures and measures that ensure secure and reliable SCADA & Operational Technology systems across the Hamilton water that are in compliance with existing data/information privacy laws and regulations.

The Project Manager is required to effectively communicate with staff in areas of operations, maintenance, cyber security, capital delivery, construction, planning and development, as well as contractors and consultants to resolve problems, execute project work and/or develop policies, procedures and specifications for SCADA/OT systems as required in the division.

The Project Manager may be assigned on one or more projects as a project team member and/or a project lead and provides coaching on security process, system reliability and methods to Hamilton water staff.

GENERAL DUTIES

Defines, develops and implements security policies and procedures, including user log-on and authentication rules, security breach escalation procedures, use of firewalls and encryption routines.

Defines and develops security risk analysis scenarios and response procedures in collaboration with Hamilton water Operations, Plant Maintenances & Tech Services (PMATS) staff and IT security team.

Defines and implements processes and methods for auditing and addressing non-compliance to SCADA/OT standards and/or network security standards.

Enforces security policies and procedures by administering and monitoring security profiles, reviewing security violation reports, logs and investigating possible security exceptions, updates, and maintains and documents security controls.

Directs the configuration and maintenance of anti-virus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems and other network security measures in collaboration with Hamilton Water Operations, PMATS staff and IT corporate security team.

Approves security patches and assists the Hamilton Water Operations, PMATS staff in the deployment of the approved patches.

Educates Hamilton Water Operations, PMATS staff and other business units on security policies and provides consultation / advice on security issues regarding custom developed and packaged/managed systems.

Develops documentation and provides on-the-job training and coaching to Hamilton Water Operations, PMATS staff and other business units for security and technology topics.

Assists in the development, configuration, installation and troubleshooting of industrial network communication systems examples (Modbus, Rs485, DeviceNet, BACnet,) to ensure security standards are met. The converged SCADA/OT, DATA and IT network includes servers, switches, routers and other Industrial SCADA/OT computing network devices/field SCADA/OT devices.

Represents the security needs of the SCADA/OT and its partner units by providing expertise and assistance in all SCADA/OT projects with regard to security issues system reliability. Reviews system designs and architecture for potential risk areas and non-compliance and recommends methods to address security & reliability gaps.

Continually researches and maintains a current knowledge on the trends in software viruses and other attack/malware. Prepare communications and instructions to the Hamilton water user community on new security and virus threats including procedures for handling if infected.

Maintains a current knowledge and awareness of data, ministry of environment law’s and regulations; monitors the City’s SCADA/OT for compliance and recommends corrective action for non-compliance in collaboration with the Hamilton water business divisions.

Performs periodic security assessments on all systems and networks as well reviewing all networking initiatives for security compliance. Analyzes results and provides recommendations to correct.

Researches and evaluates SCADA/OT security products and/or procedures, identifies, recommends and leads the adoption of those that will enhance/improve productivity and effectiveness of the City’s network, data and application security.

May be assigned to an initiative or project requiring the individual to take direction from other Hamilton Water Manager and/or Project Manager.

May be required to provide on call support to users.

May be required to work extended hours to complete system maintenance

Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Performs other duties as assigned, which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

University Degree or College Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering Electrical, Computer Technology or related discipline.

Demonstrated experience in SCADA and Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure, networking, and security is required for this role.

Working knowledge and experience in systems analysis, applications development, database design and administration.

Demonstrated technical knowledge of SCADA/OT client/server, network topology and network/infrastructure security in industrial/manufacturing system.

Strong knowledge and experience developing and implementing SCADA/OT security processes.

Working knowledge and experience in network traffic analysis.

Demonstrated ability in configuring and maintaining anti-virus software, firewalls and intrusion detection systems

Knowledge of network and infrastructure security issues, techniques and implications across multiple computer platforms and environments

Strong knowledge of legislative requirements for security and privacy

Knowledge and understanding of project management principles

Experience in client and web-based application development and user support environments, including experience wo