Associate Principal Architect, Security

Kinvie; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive discretionary bonus

RRSP match program

Medical, dental, vision, life, and DI

Job summary

EQ Bank in Toronto is seeking an Associate Principal Architect, Security to secure Digital Banking and Channel Technology assets, providing security advisory and designing controls across customer-facing platforms and back-end infrastructure.

The role demands 5+ years in cyber security and strong cloud/DevOps experience, with knowledge of security frameworks and a collaborative, cross-functional mindset. Hybrid work with a Toronto office is offered.

Qualifications

• College degree in computer science or related field; professional certifications (e.g., CISSP) welcomed.
• 5+ years of cyber security experience and 6+ years of IT experience preferred.
• Experience with consumer banking platforms is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks, controls and practices.
• DevOps/secure development or security architecture experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide security advisory services for Digital Banking & Channel Technology leadership aligned with business outcomes.
• Onboard to appropriate security services as needed.
• Coordinate with Cyber SMEs and product teams to enable security engagements.
• Design security controls for Digital Banking initiatives, aligned with risk and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with teams to implement and remediate security controls.
• Develop tools and documentation to embed security into development and operations.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security (Azure)

DevSecOps

Threat modeling

Security controls design

APIs & containers

Security advisory

Cross-functional collaboration

Security frameworks

Education

College diploma or university degree in computer science

CISSP or equivalent certifications

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Kubernetes

Docker

SABSA

TOGAF

CMS security

Job description

Join a Challenger At EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.

We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.

What's kept us moving? The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.

If you're driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity.

We can’t wait to get to know you!

The Work

This role plays a key role in securing EQB’s Digital Banking and Channel Technology assets. It provides proactive input into the design and implementation of security controls within the Digital Banking technology architecture and acts as a primary security advisor to Digital Banking & Channel Technology teams. TheAssociate PrincipalArchitect, Securitysupports the integration of security by design and secure development practices across customer-facing platforms and back-end infrastructure. This role also contributes to the development of security frameworks, collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, and helps ensure that security requirements are embedded early and effectively in the solution lifecycle.

The Core Responsibilities!

• Supports the Digital Banking & Channel Technology team by providing security advisory services and collaborating with leadership to align security practices with business outcomes.
• Assists in onboarding to appropriate security services as needed.
• Coordinates with Cyber Subject Matter Expert teams and Digital Banking & Channel Technology teams to facilitate security engagements.
• Contributes to the design of security controls for Digital Banking & Channel Technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with risk and compliance requirements.
• Collaborates with Digital Banking & Channel Technology and business teams to support implementation and remediation of security controls.
• Assists in developing tools and documentation to help teams embed security into development and operational practices.

Let's Talk About You!

• A college diploma or university degree in computer science (or related course) or Industry recognized certifications (e.g. CISSP) with 5 years cyber security experience is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of technical IT experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of Cyber Security experience.
• Experience with consumer banking platforms (frontend and backend) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks, controls and practices
• Strong DevOps / development or security architecture knowledge, (prior hands-on technology engineering experience is preferred)
• Microsoft Azure solutions Architect expert, Microsoft Cyber security Architect Expert, Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture (SABSA) Foundation, Practitioner or Master level designations, TOGAF certifications are a plus
• Strong experience architecting and implementing solutions in Cloud environments (Microsoft Azure)
• Strong experience with APIs, containers and CMS or security consulting for similar solutions.
• Strong experience documenting architecture flows and diagrams.
• Good knowledge of cyber threats, risks and control design best practices. Preferrable to have experience in threat modeling or risk assessments.
• Process design and implementation experience is a plus
• Technology Roadmaps

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]

• Competitive discretionary bonus
• Market leading RRSP match program
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
• Generous vacation policy and personal days
• Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
• Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
• A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience

The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.

We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.

As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.

EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.

To learn more, visit eqb.investorroom.com and eqbank.ca.