Cloud Security Advisor Specialist

Intact Financial Corporation; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Security Advisor Specialist to enhance their security posture. In this dynamic role, you will identify and monitor security events, advise on risk mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards. You will collaborate with development teams to promote application security and implement innovative security practices. This forward-thinking company offers a hybrid work model, empowering you to thrive both remotely and in-person. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth while making a meaningful impact in the field of information security.

Benefits

Financial rewards program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Extensive flex pension and benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Extra days off

Annual wellness account

Tools for physical and mental health

Dynamic workplace learning ecosystem

Inclusive employee-led networks

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT security with strong application security knowledge.
• Cloud Security certifications and experience in DevSecOps are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor security events and risks.
• Advise on security solutions and compliance controls.
• Educate teams on application security standards.

Skills

Information Security

Risk Management

Application Security

Cloud Security

Collaboration Skills

DevSecOps

Ethical Principles

Education

University degree in Information Security

Equivalent education and experience

Tools

Terraform

CSPM

CASB

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for a Security Advisor Specialist to join our growing team!

What you'll do here:

• Identify security events that need to be monitored.
• Advise and support our team in all stages of development.
• Ensure key risk metrics/indicators are developed and implemented to systematically measure and report information-related risks.
• Identify and classify the risks then propose risk mitigation or remediation.
• Analyze the risks associated with the various options available and propose a security solution to the operational issue that offers a fair balance between potential losses and the cost of the solution.
• Identify gaps in IT compliance control and supervise the documentation, implementation and tests for the entire IT compliance control portfolio.
• Monitor the latest industry trends and, where appropriate, proactively propose the introduction of new security practices and technologies when they become profitable.
• Perform or coordinate application security tests for project teams.
• Interpret the results of application security tests (code scanning, application intrusions, etc.).
• Inform and educate development teams with regard to the application security development standards, methods and tools.

What you bring to the table:

• University degree in information security or any combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in information technology, more specifically in information technology security
• Cloud Security certification would be an asset (AWS Solution Architect Associate or Professional, AWS Security Specialist, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, etc.) and any other Security Certification (CISSP, CCSP, GPCS)
• Strong knowledge of application security principles and practices
• Strong and practical knowledge of Cloud environment in terms of Security risk and tools available in AWS or other cloud environment (Azure or GCP)
• Knowledgeable with Terraform
• Knowledgeable with some of the Cloud Security Tools such as CSPM and CASB
• Knowledgeable with Web Application Firewall (WAF) Technology
• Experience in a DevSecOps - CI/CD environment
• Good understanding of common security gaps in data/AI applications
• Team player / good collaboration skills set
• Strong ethical principles and understanding of business and information security ethics
• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.