FIPS Evaluator III (Remote) Toronto, ON Full Time TradPO

Job Summary 

Intertek EWA Canada, is searching for a FIPS Evaluator III to join our Connected World team. The FIPS Evaluator III will be a part of the High Security Certification team that will lead a team of engineers to assess the compliance of cryptographic modules against the Federal Information Processing Standard Information Technology (FIPS) 140-3 and ISO 19790/24579 Security Evaluation standard. The FIPS Evaluator III has mastery of the FIPS 140-3 certification process and is proficient with ACVP and ESV. The FIPS Evaluator III acts as the Point of Contact for customers and NIST/CMVP in support of FIPS 140-3 certifications. The FIPS Evaluator III regularly provides both individual and overall lab training and guidance. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Lead FIPS 140-3 validations. 
• Lead CAVP algorithm testing using ACVP/ACVTS. 
• Lead customer Gap Analysis workshops and create related consulting documentation. 
• Project POC with NIST/CMVP and technical POC with customers. 
• Assist in the development and review of all test reports and required certification documentation. 
• Review/comment submission-related output from other engineers. 
• Provide technical assistance and mentorship to engineers. 

Essential Requirements and Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 
• Experience in leading at least five (5) full FIPS validations. 
• 1.5 to 2 years of experience in FIPS algorithm testing (CAVP/ACVTS), operational testing, documentation creation (Security Policy, Validation Report) and source code reviews. 
• CVP, or ability to obtain CVP within 180 days of employment. 
• Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment. 
• Positive attitude with excellent analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written. 
• Desire to learn new products and technologies. 
• Commitment to high standards of ethics, regulatory compliance, customer service and business integrity. 

• Hands-on user interface experience and command line fluency on Windows and Linux. 
• Hands-on experience using Wireshark. 
• Ability to read computer code in languages such as C, C++, Python, and/or Java. 
• Good understanding of Internet protocols, IPv4/6, SSH, TLS, HTTP/S, SNMP, IPSec, MacSec, and TCP/IP model. 
• Hands-on experience working with MS Office or equivalent. 

Other Essential Requirements and Qualifications   

• Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the workplace, practicing business the right way. 
• Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work. 
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines. 
• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management. 
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats. 
• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties. 
• Must be customer focused and quality driven. 
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate. 

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications 

• Ability to review Entropy Assessment Reports (SP800-90B analysis).  
• Master’s degree in computer science, information technology or a related field. 
• Hands-on experience working with MS Teams, Zoom, and Cisco WebEx. 

Intertek’s Commitment

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Our Culture of Total Quality Assurance 

Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. 

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world’s leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence.  Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with Disabilities, who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected]

Please apply online at Intertek Canada Careers (oraclecloud.com) 

*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. 

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