Senior Advisor, IT Change Management

CANADIAN AIR TRANSPORT SECURITY AUTHORITY • Ottawa, ON

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About The Position

The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has 1 (one) exciting indeterminate opportunity within the Technology branch at the CATSA Headquarters. This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security. CATSA is a world leader in aviation security, mandated to protect the public by delivering security screening operations at 89 designated airports across Canada. As a Crown corporation, CATSA is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Transport. We champion innovation and creativity and offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace where employees can be their true selves and take pride in being part of a mission that matters. If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you!

Requirements

• Successful completion of a college diploma or university degree with specialization in Computer Science, Information Technology/Management, or another specialty relevant to the duties of the position; or equivalent work and professional experience.
• A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in an IT environment, including a minimum of three (3) years experience related to change management or IT service management (ITSM).
• Demonstrated experience operating in audit‑regulated, enterprise, or public‑sector environments.
• Experience in the delivery of IT Change Management processes, including Change Advisory Board (CAB/ECAB) activities.
• Experience working within a governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) environment.
• Experience producing audit-ready documentation, reports, and metrics.
• Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of IT service management frameworks and practices (e.g., ITIL).
• Ability to create and manage governance frameworks and programs.
• Ability to coordinate and liaise with teams.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Ability to understand stakeholder needs and communicate technology issues in a clear language.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong client service orientation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands.
• Professionalism, tact, maturity and sound judgement.
• Meticulous and thorough.
• English Essential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Reliability security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of IT Service Management tools (e.g. ServiceNow or ChangeGear).
• Knowledge of the best practices and processes related to IT project management, system development, database, data warehouse, or business systems support services.
• ITIL certification (eg., Foundation or higher).
• Familiarity with COBIT or other governance frameworks.
• Change Management or Governance-related certification.
• Project Management fundamentals (e.g., PRINCE2®, PMP®, or equivalent – asset).

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the IT Change Management process.
• Defining the governance framework under which the Change Management program runs, leveraging industry best practices (such as ITIL and COBIT).
• Ensuring that all changes to IT services, infrastructure, and applications are recorded, assessed against risk and impacts, and reviewed in accordance with established policies and controls.
• Playing a key role in operational oversight through the ongoing review of tickets in the IT Service Management tool ensuring accuracy of change, monitoring for trends and creating visibility for IT Management through ongoing reporting.
• Creating service stability, risk reduction, audit readiness, and the ongoing improvement and maturity of change management practices within the Technology Branch.
• Performing all other duties related to the position as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree