Obsolescence Specialist (ILS - remote or hybrid - Kanata) SECRET Cleared
FULL-TIME PERMANENT, W/ BENEFITS
HYBRID, REMOTE or On-Site (West end Ottawa)
Job Description:
Our client is seeking an Obsolescence Specialist to join our team. The Obsolescence
Specialist provides Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) engineering and analysis with an
emphasis on software application-level obsolescence, including logistic support analysis,
dependability, maintenance planning, technical documentation, publications, and
training for obsolescence concerns.
Responsibilities:
∙Support the development and maintenance of the Obsolescence Management
Plan and related obsolescence forecasting activities.
∙Contribute to the Obsolescence Management Plan for software application-level
obsolescence concerns.
∙Investigate, collaboratively define, and develop a centralized list of high-level
software dependencies for a prioritized list of Configuration Items (CIs)
documented in the System Breakdown Structure (SBS). High-level software
dependencies may include, but are not limited to, versions of Java supported,
versions of Operating Software (OS) supported, and any additional major
dependencies identified in the software obsolescence roadmap.
∙Track obsolescence information, which may include, but is not limited to, software
application version up-rev cycles, software application patching cycles, upcoming
changes to licensing models, and obsolescence waivers.
∙Maintain traceability between the obsolescence report and the approved
Configuration Item.
∙Research and track software obsolescence risk for assigned Configuration Items
(CIs), including end-of-life and end-of-support timelines.
∙Identify emerging obsolescence trends and escalate high-priority obsolescence
risks to the Obsolescence Working Group.
∙Maintain traceability and documentation across obsolescence risk assessments
and mitigation artifacts.
∙Support Configuration and Data Management audits, ensuring obsolescence data
remains accurate and current.
∙Maintain and contribute to obsolescence tracking artifacts and support
Obsolescence Working Group activities within the Collaborative Work
Environment (CWE), ensuring compliance with stakeholder-defined formatting,
documentation, and reporting requirements.
∙Participate in obsolescence risk review meetings and provide input on assigned
mitigation deliverables.
∙Support the implementation and tracking of approved obsolescence mitigation
and waiver actions.
∙Prepare and update obsolescence status reports and client-facing documentation
as required.
∙Attend monthly Obsolescence Meetings and contribute to continuous
improvement of obsolescence processes.
∙Apply Integrated Logistic Support Analysis methods to help identify, assess, and
mitigate obsolescence issues across the system lifecycle.
∙Participate in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, refinement, and reviews,
to support obsolescence tracking within the program schedule.
∙Perform other obsolescence-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications:
∙Must possess an active SECRET security clearance.
∙Must be eligible to be vetted as part of the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
∙Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science,
Information Technology, or a related field, or demonstrated experience
performing Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) activities.
∙Proficiency in Excel data management.
∙Detail-oriented, with strong systems thinking.
∙In-depth knowledge of application licensing methods.
∙Expertise in version control and change management.
∙Ability to work with and maintain legacy systems.
∙Experience managing relationships with software vendors.
∙Knowledge in infrastructure software frameworks and their deployment (Java, .NET,
virtualization technologies).
∙Strong computer literacy with proven experience with Microsoft Office products;
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are essential.
∙Experience interfacing between various internal and external stakeholders.
∙Strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
∙Experience within procurement, finance, project management, or warehouse
environments is desirable.
∙Language: English (essential).
Benefits
3-4 week vacation, full benefits; work on-site (Kanata), hybrid or remote! 85-100k Salary.
For consideration, qualified should apply on-line or contact jobs@thesourcestaffing .com stating the role in the subject line.
