Cybersecurity Manager

Agilus Consulting Group; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Agilus by Synergie seeks a Cybersecurity Manager for a contract role in the oil and gas sector. The position is hybrid in Calgary, Alberta, with a strong emphasis on leading security initiatives and guiding cross-functional teams to implement robust controls.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in cybersecurity, a relevant degree, and certifications. The role focuses on risk management, cloud security, and governance while promoting Zero Trust practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a security-related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in cybersecurity or related technical discipline.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, cloud security, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide cybersecurity leadership to support business and project objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement security controls.
• Balance security compliance with operational needs and business goals.
• Evaluate risks, identify gaps, and propose improvements.
• Promote Zero Trust and secure architecture through governance and collaboration.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication to diverse audiences

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Info Security

Tools

NGFW

VPN

IPS/IDS

Vulnerability management

SIEM

Endpoint security

GRC

Penetration testing

Red & purple teaming

Job description

Cybersecurity Advisor contract open now! Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Cybersecurity Manager in the oil and gas sector in a hybrid work environment in Calgary, Alberta.

A typical day:

• Provide cybersecurity leadership and guidance to support business and project objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess, implement, and maintain effective security controls.
• Ensure solutions comply with cybersecurity standards while balancing operational needs.
• Evaluate risks, identify gaps or exceptions, and recommend improvements to strengthen security.
• Promote Zero Trust and security architecture best practices through stakeholder collaboration, governance support, and ongoing industry research.

Successful candidates will have:

• 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
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security, security architecture, or a related technical discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices, including risk management, security controls, cloud security, and governance.
• Industry recognized certifications such as CISSP, GCIP, GICSP, CSSA, CCSP, Azure/AWS security, TOGAF or other industry recognized cybersecurity certification preferred.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, collaborate across teams, and communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What's in it for you:

• $100.00 hourly
• Contract until December 15th with chance of extension
• Location: downtown Calgary
• Hybrid work model, 3 days a week in-office
• Full time hours Monday to Friday
• Soft skills: Analytical mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Outcome focused

This posting is for an active opening.