Claire Martel
About Claire Martel
Claire Martel is a Cyber Security Analyst and Software Architect with extensive experience in cybersecurity and software development. Currently employed at the Government of Canada and Kelvin Zero, she has a strong academic background with multiple degrees in computer science and software engineering.
Work at Government of Canada
Claire Martel has been employed at the Government of Canada since 2018, serving as a Cyber Security Analyst and Software Architect in Ottawa, Ontario. In this role, she has contributed to various cybersecurity initiatives and projects. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Cyber Security Analyst for three months in 2016 and continued in this capacity until 2018. Her responsibilities have included managing Linux virtual servers, conducting code reviews, and overseeing malware analysis systems.
Education and Expertise
Claire Martel holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Computer Software Engineering from Université de Sherbrooke, where she studied from 2016 to 2018. She also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Computer Science from the same institution from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she completed her Bachelor's degree with a Major in Computer Science and a Minor in Criminology at Université de Montréal from 2011 to 2014. Her academic background provides a strong foundation in both software development and cybersecurity.
Professional Experience
In addition to her role at the Government of Canada, Claire Martel has worked as a System Developer at Kelvin Zero since 2021. She has experience as a Project Manager at Services Québec for one month in 2013. Throughout her career, she has supervised and trained over 20 students and junior employees, enhancing their skills in cybersecurity and software development. She has also conducted interviews and hired more than 10 students for internships, contributing to talent acquisition.
Achievements in Cybersecurity
Claire Martel has made significant contributions to the field of cybersecurity. She has managed a farm of over 40 Linux virtual servers and maintained more than 50 malware analysis systems that analyze over 2 million malware samples daily. She has also orchestrated ten large-scale refactorings of interconnected systems, improving the efficiency of critical cybersecurity infrastructure. Additionally, she has led teams in five international cybersecurity events and played a key role in organizing three such events.
Teaching and Mentorship
Claire Martel has engaged in teaching and mentorship throughout her career. She has delivered lectures to four classes, facilitating discussions on cybersecurity topics. As a weekly scrum master for a team of 12 to 15 members, she has facilitated agile project management. Her mentorship efforts include supervising and training over 20 students and junior employees, enhancing their skills in the field.