Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 55 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise and Government users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world. The company’s state-of-the-art Satellite fleet consists of 12 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative professional to support the cybersecurity compliance activities of the Telesat Lightspeed program. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and monitoring the implementation of cybersecurity controls across Lightspeed systems and processes, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory, contractual, and certification requirements. This role will work closely with Engineering, Operations, IT, and business stakeholders to obtain evidence of control implementation, track remediation activities, identify compliance gaps, and provide ongoing assurance of cybersecurity readiness. The candidate will play a key role in coordinating compliance initiatives, maintaining program visibility, supporting assessments and audits, and helping ensure continued readiness for frameworks and certifications such as CMMC, IA-Pre, and other applicable industry standards.