Who we are
The work we do matters.
Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation (NS Pension) is a growing non-profit corporation dedicated to a wide range of investment, pension administration, and compliance services for two of Nova Scotia’s leading pension plans. In total, we manage more than $15 billion in plan assets, serve over 60 employers and more than 80,000 members, retirees, and survivors.
We administer the pension benefits and investment assets of the Public Service Superannuation Plan and the Teachers’ Pension Plan and administer the pension benefits of the Members’ Retiring Allowances and the three former Sydney Steel pension plans.
Our Culture
We take pride in our culture as it defines who we are, and shapes what we aspire to be.
Our Vision
To strengthen the retirement future of Nova Scotians.
Our Mission
To provide outstanding pension services.
Our Values
Commitment: to provide the highest quality service
Trust: to act with integrity and to make sound decisions
Respect: to show consideration to our members and our colleagues
Expertise: to build and retain a diverse and talented team
Collaboration: to build mutually beneficial relationships
Learn more about us at www.novascotiapension.ca
What we offer
NS Pension offers meaningful, purpose-driven work, a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to integrate work and life in a healthy and balanced way. Our total rewards package includes:
- Competitive compensation package including our own leading defined benefit pension plan
- Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
- Health & wellness programming including our confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program, Telemedicine program and an annual Health Spending Account
- Flexible work environment including flexible working hours, modified workweek, and work from home days
- Robust professional development policy
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Highly engaged workforce
- Modern office space
- Seasonal events and socials
- Opportunities to give back to the community through fundraising events
Our premises are within the Purdy's Wharf complex which provides amenities such as an on-site daycare and a fitness centre. Our office is connected to the downtown pedway system and situated on Halifax's beautiful waterfront providing easy access to ferry and bus transit hubs, banks, restaurants, and shopping.
The opportunity
We are seeking to fill a Manager, Information Technology within our Technology & Infrastructure Services (TIS) division. This position leads the Technical Specialist team responsible for technology infrastructure, operational systems, and cybersecurity services.
Reporting to the Director, Technology and Infrastructure Services, the Manager sets priorities, coordinates resources, and ensures technical and cybersecurity work is delivered effectively, documented appropriately, and aligned with organizational requirements, risk expectations, departmental plans, and ITIL practices.
Key responsibilities include overseeing technology operations, system maintenance, cybersecurity activities, technical documentation, service management records, change and release management, incident response, vendor management, testing, and risk management.
The Manager also builds strong relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, and service providers, while supporting the development of the Technical Specialist team through coaching, training, workload management, and performance feedback.
What you need to be successful
- A university degree in a related field including Computer science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology
- A minimum of seven (7) years in progressively responsible roles leading technology initiatives and a minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience leading a team and managing performance in a service-oriented environment. An acceptable equivalent combination of training, education and related experience may be considered.
- Experience leading technical operations, managing workloads, allocating resources, and resolving service-impacting issues.
- Experience developing technical documentation, implementation plans, procedures, system diagrams, and service records.
- Experience managing vendors, contracts, service agreements, and performance standards.
- Experience with ITIL practices, ITSM tools, service reporting, KPIs, change, release, problem, incident, validation, and testing processes.
- Experience managing technology, cybersecurity, operational, and project risks, including vulnerabilities, control assessments, risk records, and security metrics.
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, controls, and incident response practices. A recognized certification such as CISSP, or equivalent is considered an asset.
- Experince with Cyber Risk management principles and Frameworks, such as NIST, CSF, and ISO
Job Status: Permanent Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week
Salary Range: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience
Closing Date: July 28, 2026
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees, members and clients feel valued, respected, and a sense of belonging. How you identify is important to us. We encourage you to share your preferred pronouns on your resume. If you are unable or limited in your ability to complete our application, testing or interview process, we can assist you. Please provide the type of accommodation you are requesting in your cover letter or resume.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Please confirm whether you are legally entitled to work in Canada. We will not review applications that do not fully meet this criteria.
- Where did you see this job posting advertised or hear about the opportunity?
- If applicable, please confirm that your valid work authorization allows you to legally work in Canada for a minimum of the next 24 months. We will not review applications that do not fully meet this criteria.
Work Location: In person
