Director, Global Cybersecurity Risk Engagements

Manulife Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife Financial is seeking an experienced professional to join their GCS Team in Toronto, Ontario. The role focuses on managing global cybersecurity engagements, providing risk assessments, and collaborating with teams to enhance efficiency. Candidates should have a strong background in audit methodologies, control frameworks, and risk management, along with a relevant Bachelor's degree. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary range, complemented by comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible work environment

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 6+ years in client-facing roles such as audit or advisory.
• Strong knowledge in risk management and control frameworks.
• Results-oriented and able to prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedule and serve as primary contact for cybersecurity assessments.
• Review and unify engagements for improved efficiency.
• Provide insights on risk and evaluate issues.

Skills

Audit methodologies

Control frameworks

Risk management practices

Analytical skills

Client-facing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics

Job description

The Opportunity

Join the GCS Team and experience the frontlines of global cybersecurity! Embark on an exciting journey with the GCS team and gain exposure to the management of global cybersecurity threats and protections.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manage the schedule of the GCS control assessment engagements and serve as the primary interface for these engagements.
• Review, negotiate, and unify related engagements to improve efficiency.
• Maintain a calendar of engagements, their status, involved teams, and effort levels.
• Provide risk perspectives on engagements, including scoping, methods, and conclusions.
• Evaluate draft issues for validity, accuracy, and documentation.
• Identify problems and inefficiencies through control design review and data analysis, proposing solutions.
• Review risk management and internal controls, identify issues, and develop remediation plans.
• Support the end-to-end process of GCS risk-driven engagements.
• Streamline engagement processes for maximum efficiency.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal GCS teams and risk partners.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate engagement delivery.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in a client-facing, project-based organization, such as audit, advisory, or consulting roles.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks, and risk management practices.
• Results-oriented with attention to quality and detail.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 3+ years in a computer engineering role, with experience in project planning, timeline adherence, issue escalation, and reporting.
• Ability to understand business processes, analyze complex situations, and recommend practical solutions.

Join Our Team:

• We support your learning and career growth.
• We promote a flexible, inclusive environment that values well-being.
• We help shape your future as part of our global team.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial is a leading international financial services provider. Learn more at https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Manulife/John Hancock values diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair recruitment, development, and retention practices without discrimination. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Location and Compensation:

Toronto, Ontario, Hybrid work arrangement.

Salary range: $110,530 - $205,270 CAD. For other locations, contact [e-mail] for salary details. Compensation varies based on market, geography, and experience.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, mental health, disability, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For U.S. applicants, contact [e-mail] for U.S.-specific benefits details.