Bilingual Data Protection Director

Toast; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Bilingual Data Protection Director in Montreal to lead their cybersecurity efforts, focusing on data protection and compliance. This role involves leading consulting engagements, mentoring a diverse team, and developing strategies around data security. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in data security technologies and excellent communication skills, fostering trusted relationships with clients. Competitive compensation and a hybrid work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Ongoing career development

Inclusive work environment

Focus on social impact projects

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in data security technologies.
• Familiarity with data protection platforms is essential.
• Proven leadership skills and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead data protection consulting engagements across industries.
• Manage full engagement lifecycles including planning and delivery.
• Support business development initiatives and cultivate partnerships.
• Mentor a high-performing team of data protection professionals.

Skills

Data security technologies expertise

Experience with Microsoft Purview

Strategy development

Data flow mapping

Knowledge of privacy standards

Leadership skills

Communication abilities

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Base pay range

200,000.00 / yr - $230,000.00 / yr

Job Description

This company is seeking a Director of Data Protection to join their cybersecurity practice, where they focus on helping organizations build trust through strong data protection, privacy, and compliance programs. This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives on guiding clients through complex data trust challenges and is passionate about advancing inclusive, secure, and ethical data practices. The Director will contribute to both strategic and hands-on engagements while mentoring a growing team and fostering long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

1. Lead data protection consulting engagements across a range of industries and sectors.
2. Manage full engagement lifecycles including project planning, delivery oversight, budget, and resource allocation.
3. Uphold internal risk and quality standards across all client engagements.
4. Support business development initiatives from lead generation through to proposal and contract stages.
5. Collaborate with national teams to evolve and expand the data trust service offering, including topics such as ethical data and AI use, anonymization, and data minimization.
6. Cultivate and manage partnerships with technology vendors and other third-party stakeholders.
7. Build and mentor a high-performing, inclusive team of data protection professionals.
8. Contribute to broader cybersecurity initiatives and collaborate with other specialized teams across the organization.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge and experience in data security technologies, including encryption, tokenization, de-identification, and data leakage prevention.
• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Purview and similar data protection platforms.
• Experience in developing strategies, roadmaps, operating models, and policies for data security and privacy.
• Proficiency in data inventory, data flow mapping, and application integration patterns.
• Ability to evaluate new technologies and build business cases for their adoption.
• Understanding of privacy and information security standards (e.g., ISO, NIST).
• Proven leadership skills, including project and team management.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Inclusive, hybrid work environment designed to support work-life integration.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Ongoing career development in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects with a focus on social impact.
• A culture committed to equity, belonging, and diverse leadership representation.
• Accommodations available throughout the recruitment and employment lifecycle.

Application Process

Submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our online portal. Our team will carefully review your qualifications and experiences. We pride ourselves on responding promptly, so if your application aligns with our current opportunities, you’ll hear back from us with next steps. Your journey with Toast begins here, and we’re excited to see what you bring to the table!

Next Steps

1. Vetting Call: If successful, a 30-45 minute informal conversation to discuss your past projects, challenges, and impact.
2. Profile Creation: We create an unbiased profile highlighting your skills and experience.
3. Client Submission: We submit your profile to our trusted clients, supporting you throughout the interview process.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada CA$80,000.00-CA$90,000.00