Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.
Job Posting:#26-40 Status:Permanent, Full-time
Posting Closes:April 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Schedule:35 hours/week (7 hours/day)
Working within the Technology & Digital Services Department and reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Manager, Technology Operations & Cybersecurity is accountable for the reliability, security, and day-to-day operation of Parkland County’s technology environment, including mission-critical systems supporting the Emergency Communications Centre (ECC). This position oversees the operational lifecycle of technology services, including infrastructure platforms, networks, endpoints, identity and access, service desk operations, and cybersecurity controls. This includes monitoring performance, availability, and recoverability, strengthening the County’s cybersecurity posture, and ensuring effective incident response, risk management, and service continuity. Through disciplined service management and collaboration with internal teams and vendors, the Manager ensures technology operations and security capabilities deliver reliable services and evolve in alignment with County priorities, risk tolerance, and industry best practices.
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:
• A Post-Secondary Diploma in Engineering, Computing or a related field.
• Education or training in IT Infrastructure/networking/data center, Cybersecurity, financial management, public administration, project management, vendor and contract management, and change management are considered assets.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in lifecycle implementation, operation, and management of computing services and devices in a diverse, public-sector environment, which includes enterprise-class cloud and on-premise data center services, networking, telecommunications, deskside and mobile office.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the growth and management of Cybersecurity Services in a diverse, public-sector environment, including developing procedures, standards, and guidelines for applying repeatable processes to the configuration and operation of Information Technology equipment and services.
• Brings a minimum of five (5) years of strong IT project management skills together with values‑based people leadership, fostering a collaborative, respectful, and high‑performing team culture.
• Demonstrated experience with right-sized Disaster Recovery Planning. Implementation that is periodically tested and updated, as per industry standards and practices, for a public sector organization.
• A minimum of 2 (two) years of experience handling Technology Architecture review, planning, and development of roadmaps for ensuring technology and cybersecurity are current, relevant, secure, and resilient.
Requirements:
• Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre – 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistant Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:
A Starting Salary of: $121,700 to $136,900 per year Max Salary Potential: $153,900 per year
Benefits Including:
Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
Defined Pension through LAPP
Optional APEX Pension
Work/Life Balance:
Option to join the Earned Day Off Program
Vacation entitlement starting at 3 weeks plus five (5) extra management days per year
Birthday off with pay
Flexible work arrangements including option of one remote day per week
Application Details:
Interested candidates are invited to apply online at parklandcounty.com/Careers. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants from this posting may be considered for vacancies of the same position for up to three months after posting closure.
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We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at humanresources@parklandcounty.com.
