Cybersecurity Advisor

Ian Martin Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Ian Martin Group in Calgary is seeking a Cybersecurity Advisor to provide holistic end-to-end cybersecurity advisory services across the enterprise. You will collaborate with IS teams and business partners to shape safe, secure, and innovative solutions that drive strategic outcomes.

You will champion our Control Barrier Architecture, enforce cybersecurity standards, and embed Zero Trust into hybrid/multi-cloud environments as well as OT/ICS networks.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration must be demonstrated.
• Extensive cybersecurity advisory experience with enterprise impact.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust, IAM, and modern security architectures.
• Experience with OT/ICS security and multi-cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and non-technical leadership and security consulting to teams.
• Design and enforce cybersecurity standards across enterprise controls.
• Embed Zero Trust principles into hybrid/multi-cloud environments and OT/ICS.
• Maintain knowledge base on current tech trends to influence security capabilities.
• Ensure portfolio solutions align with Enterprise Security Standards.

Skills

Security leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Zero Trust concepts

Threat intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security

Tools

NGFW

VPN

IPS/IDS

Vulnerability management

SIEM

Endpoint security

GRC

OT/ICS security

SAP IAM

Job description

Cybersecurity Advisor

• Pay Rate: $90.43/hour, depending on experience
• Contract Length: 2 Months
• Location: Calgary, Alberta

Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities. We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/. In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or any other Raise job posting (or have any other questions), please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Description

As a Cybersecurity Advisor, you will provide holistic, end-to-end cybersecurity advisory services across the enterprise. Collaborating closely with our Information Security (IS) teams and business partners, you will act as a technical and non-technical leader, helping shape safe, secure, and innovative solutions that drive strategic business outcomes.

You will champion our clients Control Barrier Architecture, enforce cybersecurity standards, and play a pivotal role in embedding Zero Trust principles into our hybrid and multi-cloud environments, as well as operational technology (OT/ICS) networks.

Accountabilities

• Provide technical and non-technical leadership and security consulting to operational and project teams facilitating strategic business outcomes with safe and secure solutions
• Leverage our clients 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 '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)

Qualifications

• 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
• Education and Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or a technical certification in a related discipline

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