AI Security Architect

Manulife/John Hancock; Toronto; Híbrido; CAD 113.000 - 163.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health coverage

Dental

Mental health support

Vision care

Life and AD&D insurance

Retirement savings plans

Employee assistance programs

Paid holidays and vacation

Sick days

Descripción de la vacante

Manulife/John Hancock is seeking an experienced AI Security Architect to drive security design and governance across cloud, data, application, and AI environments. You will develop enterprise security architectures, assess AI risks, implement controls, and ensure privacy and AI governance standards.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in cybersecurity, 5+ years securing cloud/data platforms, 3+ years AI security, and a BS in CS/InfoSec/Engineering (Master's asset), with CISSP/CCSP or Azure

Formación

• 10+ years in cybersecurity or information security with enterprise scope.
• 5+ years designing/implementing security controls for cloud, data and enterprise tech.
• 3+ years securing AI/ML solutions including governance and data protection.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec/Engineering; Master's preferred.
• Certifications such as CISSP/CCSP/EU equivalents are assets.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and govern security architectures across infrastructure, cloud and applications.
• Evaluate controls, identify gaps, and drive risk-based remediation.
• Design and deliver secure AI capabilities and automation solutions.
• Maintain governance for AI adoption and regulatory compliance.
• Provide strategic security guidance aligning with standards and policies.

Conocimientos

AI security

Cloud security

Enterprise security

Stakeholder influence

Regulatory compliance

AI governance

10+ years cybersecurity

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec/Engineering

Master's degree (asset)

Herramientas

CISSP

CCSP

Azure Security Engineer

Azure Solutions Architect

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking an experienced AI Security Architect to lead the design and governance of security solutions across cloud, data, application, and AI environments. This role is responsible for developing enterprise security architectures, assessing and mitigating AI-related risks, implementing security controls, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity, privacy, and AI governance standards. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in enterprise security, cloud platforms, and AI/ML technologies, with a strong ability to influence stakeholders and enable the secure adoption of innovative AI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise security controls and architecture standards across infrastructure, cloud, and application environments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, identifies gaps, and drive risk-based remediation and continuous improvement activities.
• Design and deliver custom security solutions, integrations, and automation capabilities to address evolving business and security requirements.
• Establish and maintain security controls and governance practices for the secure adoption and use of AI technologies.
• Provide strategic security guidance and ensures alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, security architecture, or a related field, with progressive responsibility in enterprise environments.
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing security controls for cloud platforms, data platforms, and large-scale enterprise technology solutions.
• 3+ years of experience securing AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics solutions, including AI governance, data protection, and risk management practices.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related discipline; Master's degree considered an asset.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent are considered an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing enterprise AI security strategies, governance frameworks, and security architectures.
• Strong knowledge of AI/ML security risks, including model poisoning, prompt injection, data leakage, adversarial attacks, and model abuse.
• Experience securing cloud-native data and AI platforms, including Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, Databricks Knowledge of industry frameworks and standards related to cybersecurity, privacy, AI governance, and responsible AI.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence technical and business teams at all levels.

When you join our team: We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. #LI-Hybrid The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity.

We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals.

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Referenced Salary Location Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between $113,000.00 CAD - $163,000.00 CAD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training.

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] for the salary range for your location.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• mental health
• vision
• short- and long-term disability
• life and AD&D insurance coverage
• adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits
• employee/family assistance plans
• retirement savings plans
• financial education and counseling resources
• holidays
• vacation
• personal
• sick days
• statutory leaves of absence
• incentive programs and incentive compensation

If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [e-mail] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

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