IT Build Specialist

Raise; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise is hiring an IT Build Specialist in Toronto (Hybrid) for a top client. The role involves conducting internal audits of patching documentation and leading teams in compliance with standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in IT governance and relevant certifications.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. This position offers an opportunity to improve processes in a growing company. Potential candidates should possess strong skills in KPI development and familiarity with GRC platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT governance, technology risk, infrastructure controls, or a related discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of KPI/KRI development and monitoring in an IT or security context.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority across multiple business lines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal reviews of all patching documentation, ensuring everything is audit-ready.
• Lead patching teams through preparation for regulatory and internal audits.
• Implement corrective procedures for non-compliant teams.

Skills

IT governance

Cybersecurity standards

KPI/KRI development

Patch management

GRC platforms

Infrastructure compliance

Education

Certification (CRISC, CISM, CISA, CISSP)

Tools

Confluence

SharePoint

JIRA

Job description

IT Build Specialist

• Location: Toronto, ON - Hybrid
• Contract Length: 6-12 Months

We at Raise are hiring an IT Build Specialist for one of our top clients. After establishing themselves as an industry leader, they’re now expanding their team to meet rising demand. We’re hiring right now; if you’re interested, apply below for your chance to join a great place to work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal reviews of all patching documentation, artifacts, and RACIs—ensuring everything is audit-ready and stored to standard
• Lead I&E patching teams through preparation for regulatory and internal audit activities
• Implement corrective procedures and escalation processes for teams that are not meeting the Patching Standard
• Receive, consolidate, and validate KPIs and KRIs from individual patching teams
• Act as SME for process documentation, RACI frameworks, and Segment Reviews
• Partner with patching teams to create and maintain all required standard control documents
• Review, store, and approve all patching documents related to standards and controls
• Maintain and govern Confluence, SharePoint, and all reference data repositories
• Coordinate audit and regulatory exam preparation; support risk and regulatory response activities
• Identify gaps and provide recommendations to uplift governance maturity across I&E

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT governance, technology risk, infrastructure controls, or a related discipline
• Certification an asset: CRISC, CISM, CISA, or CISSP
• Experience engaging risk partners: ORM, Internal Audit, or Regulatory teams
• Strong working knowledge of KPI/KRI development and monitoring in an IT or security context
• Excellent knowledge of cybersecurity industry control standards
• Proficiency with GRC platforms and document management tools (Confluence, SharePoint, JIRA)
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority across multiple business lines
• Experience with patch management, vulnerability remediation, or infrastructure compliance is a strong asset

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/

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