Information Security Specialist

Insight Global; Toronto; On-site; CAD 89,544 - 110,208; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in banking and financial services is seeking an Information Security Risk Specialist. This role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating information security risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You'll conduct risk assessments, collaborate with teams to enhance security measures, and stay updated on industry trends. If you have a strong background in risk management and a passion for information security, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security or Computer Science is required.
• Proven experience in risk management and information security roles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and audits to evaluate security controls.
• Monitor and analyze security threats and provide remediation recommendations.

Skills

Risk Management

Information Security

Regulatory Compliance

Cloud Security

Controls Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

GRC Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

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Insight Global provided pay range

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Base pay range

CA$65.00/hr - CA$80.00/hr

Day-to-Day

Insight Global is looking for information security risk Specialists to join one of our leading banking and financial services clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating information security risks within our organization. This role requires a deep understanding of risk management frameworks, regulatory compliance, and emerging security technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct risk assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOX, BASEL).
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement risk management strategies and enhance security measures.
3. Monitor and analyze security threats and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for remediation.
4. Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and best practices.
5. Develop and maintain documentation related to risk management processes, policies, and procedures.
6. Provide training and awareness programs for staff regarding information security and risk management.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
2. Proven experience in risk management, information security, or compliance roles.
3. Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
4. Experience with cloud security and risk management in environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
5. Experience with controls testing and hardening.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Familiarity with governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) tools.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Analyst and Information Technology

Industries

Banking and Financial Services