Cyber Security Consultant

Dasro Consulting Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dasro Consulting Inc. is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Advisor (Consultant) for a Calgary, AB client. You will deliver holistic cybersecurity advisory services and contribute to Enterprise Security Architecture to safeguard digital operations.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and design of controls aligned with Zero Trust principles, with a focus on risk management and secure project outcomes. Calgary-based with potential hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in cybersecurity or related IT analytics.
• Degree or technical certification in a related discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and non-technical leadership and security consulting to project teams to enable secure outcomes.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Security Architecture to ensure control health and barrier effectiveness.
• Design and implement controls to maximize cybersecurity standards compliance with minimal exceptions.
• Advise on cybersecurity requirements and guide solution designs across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments.
• Stay current on security technology trends to inform future capabilities.

Skills

Security governance

Risk assessment

Zero Trust

Security architecture

Cross-functional collaboration

Threat intelligence

Policy & standards

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline

Tools

NGFW

VPN

IPS/IDS

SIEM

SAP IAM

Cloud security tools

GRC tools

Job description

Dasro is looking for a Cybersecurity Advisor (Consultant) for one of its clients in Calgary, AB

Job industry

Utilities and Energy

The Opportunity

We are seeking a security professional for the role of Cybersecurity Advisor who can provide holistic cybersecurity advisory services to the enterprise.

In collaboration with our IS team and business partners you will be a part of Enterprise Security Architecture team responsible for ensuring the safety and resiliency of digital operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and non-technical leadership and security consulting to operational and project teams facilitating strategic business outcomes with safe and secure solutions
• Leverage client’s Control Barrier Architecture and Cybersecurity standards to work with cross functional teams throughout the organization to evaluate, monitor and manage the health of controls and barriers
• Work closely with stakeholders to design and implement controls that maximize compliance with cybersecurity standards, minimizing the need for exceptions while maintaining business and operational objectives
• Evaluate adherence to cybersecurity standards, identify required exceptions, and provide clear guidance to align with established requirements
• Research and maintain a knowledge base of current technology advancements, trends, and directions to influence future security capabilities
• Ensure Zero Trust architectural consistency across identity, device posture, network segmentation, application access, and inspection controls. Translate Zero Trust principles into actionable design patterns for project and platform teams
• Support Architecture working groups and educate stakeholders on the control barrier architecture and ensure portfolio and solution architects are implementing solutions that adhere to Enterprise Security Standards
• Build relationships throughout the organization as a trusted partner for delivering business outcomes
• Analyze high level risk and controls to ensure cost effective and efficient placement of barriers and their efficacy to manage cyber risk throughout the enterprise
• Advise on requirements for and implementation of cybersecurity solutions
• Understand the placement, features and functionality of technology and processes that comprise client’s security architecture and the threats and risks they mitigate
• Support the strategy, direction, and document hierarchy/maintenance of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or a technical certification in a related discipline
• A minimum of 10 or more (10+) years of Cybersecurity or related IT analytical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of, or hands-on experience with security technologies of the following functions: NGFW, VPN, IPS/IDS, vulnerability management, access management, SIEM, endpoint security, threat intelligence, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), offensive security, penetration testing, red & purple teaming
• Strong interpersonal skills, professional demeanor and demonstrated ability to work cross functionally with stakeholders at multiple levels
• Strong analytical, investigative, problem-solving and communications skills are important for success in this role
• Proven ability to govern and approve complex solution designs across hybrid and multi-cloud environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and guide technical teams
• Energetic individual who is passionate and outcome focused with the ability to learn and adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in SAP S/4HANA, particularly with hands on experience with implementing and/or auditing SAP Identity and Access Management (IAM) implementations, including integrations with both SAP and non-SAP security tooling
• Experience architecting security solutions in OT/ICS environment based on Purdue model is a plus
• Industry recognized certifications such as CISSP, GCIP, GICSP, CSSA, CCSP, Azure/AWS security, TOGAF or other industry recognized cybersecurity certification would be a plus
• Knowledge of, or hands-on experience with operational technology solutions like HMI, PLC, DCS etc