IT Risk & Controls Partner (Information Security)

Aviva; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive IT Risk and Controls Partner specializing in Cyber and Information Security. This pivotal role involves delivering effective oversight of risk management related to cyber threats, performing assessments, and monitoring the IT risk profile. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in IT operations or cyber risk management, alongside strong communication and analytical skills. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers a compelling rewards package, including career development opportunities and a hybrid work model. Make a significant impact in a role that supports the organization's risk culture and transformation projects.

Benefits

Base compensation

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Personal wellness programs

Volunteer opportunities

Career development opportunities

Competitive vacation package

Corporate wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT Operations, Cyber Risk Management, or Audit.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate trends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver oversight of Cyber and information security risks.
• Perform Risk and Control assessments and manage incidents.
• Develop relationships with technology and risk partners.

Skills

IT Risk Management

Cyber Security

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Leadership Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Professional Certifications (CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM)

Tools

GRC Risk Management Tools

Job description

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

We are looking for a positive and forward-thinking IT Risk and Controls Partner specializing in Cyber and Information Security. The ideal candidate will have outstanding collaboration and interpersonal skills, good communication and expertise knowledge and experience.

This role will report directly into the Head of Technology Strategic Initiatives, Risk and Operations and will be a key role within IT’s first line risk and control team and critical to ensuring a strong risk culture across the department.

What you’ll do

• You will deliver efficient, effective and timely first line oversight of risk management related to Cyber and information security risks of which Aviva Canada is exposed. This includes activities required by Aviva Canada’s operational risk and control methodology, for example:
• Performing Risk and Control assessments
• Managing risk events and issues, facilitating root cause analysis of incidents and quantifying impact of loss events
• Monitoring the IT risk profile, KRIs and associated metrics of Aviva Canada’s cyber and information security risks to proactively identify changes in the risk profile and emerging risks
• Support in depth analysis on inherent and residual risk faced by Aviva Canada in relation to Cyber and Data loss risks
• Monitor and report the status of management’s IT risk response plans
• Ensuring our GRC tool ‘iCare’ is reliable and up to date
• Reporting on identified IT and cyber-security vulnerabilities with language that senior leaders can understand and use
• Develop and manage relationships with technology / CISO partners; this includes Aviva Canada and Aviva Group second and third lines of defense, Aviva Canada’s other first line risk and control teams.
• Periodically analyze relevant risk data (internal and external) to identify common themes, patterns and/or trends at an aggregate level.
• Act as an SME on cyber and information security to support Aviva Canada’s technology and business transformation projects where required.
• Support the identification and reporting submissions for Aviva Canada of regulatory surveys and remain up to date on new developments and emerging risks.

What you’ll bring

• 5+ years of experience within IT Operations, IT System Development Life Cycle, IT and/or Cyber Risk Management, Governance and/or Audit.
• Effective communication, listening, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Effective interpersonal, leadership, and relationship-building skills in engaging with various levels of management.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends and communicate actionable conclusions
• Strong strategic and critical thinking skills.
• Experience using GRC risk management tools.
• Professional certifications and member of associations such as CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM etc. are an asset.

What you’ll get

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
• We’ll support your professional development education.
• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
• Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
• Hybrid flexible work model.