Business Information Security Officer (BISO) for Fed

Equinix; Toronto; On-site; CAD 119,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Toronto is looking for a Business Information Security Officer to embed security into systems and ensure compliance with government requirements. This mid-senior level role requires strong expertise in federal security frameworks and a background in cybersecurity. The ideal candidate will partner with multiple teams to improve security processes and drive innovation. Competitive compensation package includes benefits for employees in Canada.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related roles.
• Proven success embedding security into operations.
• Strong expertise in federal security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to align security goals.
• Translate security requirements into actionable practices.
• Lead compliance readiness efforts for controls.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Engineering problem-solving

Exceptional communication

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Overview

Business Information Security Officer (BISO) for Fed. The BISO Public Sector is the security leader dedicated to supporting our U.S. Federal business. This role partners with the Public Sector leader, sales, operations and engineering teams to embed security into systems, code and processes to enable compliance while driving speed and innovation. Acting as both an engineering-minded builder and a trusted advisor, the Public Sector BISO ensures that government requirements (CMMC, FedRAMP, FISMA) are met seamlessly, while positioning security as a differentiator that earns trust with agencies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Public Sector business leaders to align security with sales, product and operational goals
• Translate U.S. government security requirements (CMMC, FedRAMP, FISMA, etc.) into clear, actionable engineering and operational practices
• Lead federal certification and compliance readiness efforts, ensuring controls are implemented effectively and sustained through automation and monitoring
• Embed security into systems design, code pipelines and infrastructure making security invisible, reliable and scalable
• Build reusable security playbooks, artifacts and guidance for Public Sector sales and delivery teams
• Serve as the primary interface to federal customers, auditors and assessors. Communicate our security capabilities with clarity and credibility
• Partner with engineering and operations to design, implement and measure right-sized security controls
• Collaborate with BISOs, the CISO and InfoSec teams to share best practices and build enterprise-wide consistency
• Support incident preparedness and coordinated response for Public Sector customers to ensure timely recovery and communication
• Develop and maintain a clear view of the federal security posture, surfacing insights to executives and federal stakeholders

Leadership Characteristics

• Is an engineering-first leader who embeds security into systems and processes to accelerate business outcomes
• Leads with a customer-centric mindset, building trust and enabling growth in highly-regulated federal markets
• Excels at influencing across a matrixed environment, aligning diverse teams and senior leaders on shared objectives
• Communicates with clarity and impact adapting between technical, executive and government audiences

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, engineering or related technical roles with direct exposure to U.S. Federal business environments
• Proven success embedding security into engineering and operations and achieving / sustaining certifications or authorizations, e.g., FedRAMP, CMMC
• Strong expertise in federal security frameworks and requirements including CMMC2.0, NIST RMF, NIST 800-53 / 171, FedRAMP, FISMA
• Hands-on knowledge of cloud and infrastructure in regulated environments and modern security engineering practices
• Demonstrated ability to engage credibly with federal customers, auditors and senior executives in both technical and business forums
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related field required; CISSP, CISM or similar certifications preferred

Skills & Attributes

• Engineering-driven problem solver who embeds security seamlessly into systems and code
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to simplify complex security topics for technical, executive and government audiences
• Strong influencer who drives alignment and decision-making without direct authority
• Program leader who delivers complex, multi-quarter initiatives with measurable outcomes and metrics that show impact
• Pragmatic and customer-focused individual balancing compliance with business speed and innovation

Compensation and Benefits

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is United States – Dallas Infomart Office : 155,000 - 233,000 USD / Annual. Canada – Toronto Office : 119,000 - 179,000 CAD / Annual. Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and / or training. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values : competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. US Benefits : - Insurance : health, life, disability and voluntary plans for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement : contribution to retirement plan. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays : accrued PTO and various paid holidays. Canada Core Benefits : - Insurance : healthcare coverage, life, disability and optional benefit plans. - Retirement : Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans. - Vacation and Paid Holidays : vacation and personal time, plus various paid holidays. Benefits are subject to plan terms and change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected statuses as required by law.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Internet Publishing

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