Information Security Advisor

Sun Life Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Ontario seeks an Information Security Advisor to conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with security protocols. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in Information Security, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications. This full-time role offers a salary range of 63,000 to 104,000 CAD and supports a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Pension, stock, and savings plans

Wellness programs supporting mental, physical, and financial health

Opportunities for career growth and networking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Information Security and IT.
• Deep knowledge of security principles, protocols, practices, and standards.
• Experience with security risk assessments including AWS and Azure.

Responsibilities

• Provide support through conducting information security risk assessments.
• Assess initiatives/projects to ensure alignment with security policies.
• Provide reporting on the status of security risk assessments.

Skills

Information Security

Risk Assessment

Communication

Negotiation Skills

Cloud Services

Education

Degree or diploma in IT/security fields

Professional security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, etc.)

Job description

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Information Security Advisor

Apply locations North York, Ontario Toronto, Ontario Waterloo, Ontario

time type Full time

posted on Posted 4 Days Ago

job requisition id JR00114522

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Information Security Advisor

Reporting to the Director, Security Advisory Services, the Information Security Advisor will assist business units with risk assessment and compliance matters as it relates to Information Security.

The Information Security Advisor will conduct information security risk assessments on initiatives, third-party suppliers/external vendors, applications, perform security contract reviews, advise on security best practices, and review emerging security strategies. The Information Security Advisor interacts with various Sun Life business groups and teams, including but not limited to, Business, Architecture, Infrastructure, Legal, Compliance and Risk, and Privacy teams.

What will you do?

The successful candidate will:

• Provide support to Sun Life Business Group through conducting information security risk assessments, reviewing contracts to ensure inclusion of security requirements, performing supplier/third-party risk assessments, and advising on security best practices.
• Assess initiatives/projects to ensure implementation controls align with Sun Life Information Security policies and directives.
• Provide security consulting to ensure appropriate security controls are in place to safeguard and protect Sun Life confidential information from disclosure, modification, or destruction, and to improve overall security.
• Provide reporting to management on the status of security risk assessments, risks identified, and current activities.
• Offer preliminary recommendations on information security risks to management.
• Track and manage open security risks, ensuring remediation plans and deadlines are in place, working with risk owners for resolution.

What will you need to succeed?

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Information Security and IT
• Deep knowledge of security principles, protocols, practices, and standards
• Experience with security risk assessments, including cloud services like AWS and Azure
• Understanding of emerging security technologies
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with senior staff and executives
• Excellent report writing skills
• Familiarity with security contract clauses
• Ability to communicate technical concepts in business language
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision, strategic, negotiator, consensus builder
• Ability to work with diverse teams
• Degree or diploma in relevant IT/security fields or equivalent training
• Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CISA)

Unique Requirements:

• Must obtain Canadian Reliability Security Clearance (submit fingerprints to RCMP)
• Review eligibility for clearance at Federal Government site

What’s in it for you?

• Recognized as 2024 Best Workplace in Canada by Great Place to Work
• 2023 Most Trusted Executive team award
• Canada Award for Excellence in Mental Health at Work
• Pension, stock, and savings plans
• Wellness programs supporting mental, physical, and financial health
• Opportunities for career growth and networking

#LI-Hybrid

The salary range is from 63,000 to 104,000 CAD, depending on location and experience. Sun Life offers incentive plans based on performance. We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. For accommodations, contact [e-mail]. We offer hybrid work options, balancing office and remote work based on role and individual needs. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Salary Range: 63,000 - 104,000 CAD

Job Category: IT - Technology Services

Posting End Date: 21/08/2025