information Security Risk Analyst

Manulife; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 94,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company based in Toronto is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional to strengthen its information security team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in cybersecurity principles, controls, and risk management. This hybrid role offers a salary range between $94,220 and $174,980 CAD along with comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Mental health support

Flexible paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, controls, and leading practices.
• Proficiency in identifying and addressing strategic cybersecurity challenges.
• A proactive self-starter capable of working independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Join a team dedicated to protecting information assets.
• Contribute to information security practices and organizational excellence.
• Manage risk and control procedures.

Skills

Understanding of cybersecurity principles, controls, and leading practices

Proficiency in identifying and addressing strategic cybersecurity challenges

Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail

Effective problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task

Superb communication skills

Education

3+ years of experience in a similar role

Job description

You will become part of a dynamic information security and business resilience team dedicated to protecting our critical information assets worldwide. Join us in this exciting role where you can make a significant impact on our information security practices and contribute to a distributed team dedicated to excellence. This multidisciplinary team integrates various specialties, encouraging robust connections between the following:

Position Responsibilities

• Information Security and Information Risk and Protection
• Risk & Control
• IRM KRI Program
• Manulife's IT Standards
• Control procedures
• Process Governance
• Change Management

Required Qualifications

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, controls, and leading practices
• Proficiency in identifying and addressing strategic cybersecurity challenges and risks, applying critical thinking and innovative solutions to drive positive outcomes
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role
• . Knowledge of Cryptographic Safeguards and Customer System Authentication, particularly in the context of cybersecurity . The ideal candidate will understand secure protocols, encryption methods, and identity verification in governing our processes to ensure our stakeholders are compliant to our company standards.
• A proactive self-starter capable of working both independently and multi-functionally within a team
• Ability to create and deliver engaging and clear presentations to diverse audiences
• Superb communication skills for interacting with and presenting to customers
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to develop strategies and solutions to mitigate risks
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and report data to highlight key areas requiring attention or action

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be adaptable and flexible to change

When you join our team

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our distributed team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Referenced Salary Location

Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$94,220.00 CAD - $174,980.00 CAD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [e-mail] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.