Principal Engineer - Security Architecture

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Principal Engineer - Security Architecture to design and implement robust security architectures. The role involves collaborating with teams to ensure solutions meet regulatory standards while driving innovation. Ideally, candidates should have over 10 years of experience in security architecture and strong skills in cloud security. Flexible work options and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible work/life balance

World-class training program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in security architecture/engineering.
• Expertise in secure architecture patterns and IAM systems.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and deploy automated security governance solutions.
• Design and maintain reusable security architecture patterns.
• Develop tools to automate security policy enforcement.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security (AWS/Azure)

Regulatory compliance

Data protection

Network security

DevOps practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Java

Python

Job description

Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

We are seeking a seasoned security engineering leader to design, develop, and implement robust security architectures that safeguard RBC’s enterprise systems and data. As the Principal Engineer - Security Architecture, you will drive the creation of scalable, compliant, and future-proof security solutions that enable innovation while protecting our customers and stakeholders.

Your work will directly shape the security posture of RBC’s digital ecosystem, ensuring our architectures meet regulatory requirements and mitigate emerging threats. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic influence, as you’ll collaborate with engineering, governance, and executive teams to deliver security at scale.

What will you do?

• Engineer and deploy automated security governance solutions integrated into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring compliance from code commit to production.


• Design and maintain reusable security architecture patterns (e.g., zero-trust frameworks, encryption models) for cloud (AWS/Azure) and on-prem environments.


• Develop tools to automate security policy enforcement, translating standards into executable tests and monitoring systems.


• Lead the technical evaluation and integration of emerging security technologies (e.g., confidential computing, AI-driven threat detection).


• Create proof-of-concept prototypes to demonstrate security architectures and influence engineering teams through hands-on leadership.


• Collaborate with enterprise architects to harden system designs and ensure security-by-design principles are embedded in all solutions.


• Build automated validation processes for security controls, generating compliance reports and risk metrics.


• Mentor engineers on secure architecture principles and contribute to RBC’s open-source security initiatives.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.


• 10+ years of experience in security architecture/engineering with hands-on coding (Java, Python) and cloud security (AWS/Azure).


• Expertise in secure architecture patterns, IAM systems, data protection, and network security.


• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS) and risk management frameworks.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead cross-department initiatives and interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.


• Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach teams towards achieving their highest potential.


• Experience with DevOps practices, continuous integration, and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.

Nice-to-Have:

• Certifications in security architecture (e.g., CISSP, CISM) or related fields.


• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and the ability to integrate risk management into architectural practices.


• Knowledge of financial services security regulations.

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable


• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities


• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact


• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team


• A world-class training program in financial services


• Flexible work/life balance options


• Opportunities to do challenging work


• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities


• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients

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Job Skills

Agile Product Development, Applications Architecture, Application Security, Architecture Design Patterns, Artificial Intelligence Technologies, Critical Thinking, Cyber Security Management, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Privacy, Decision Making, Enterprise Application Delivery, Enterprise IT Architecture, Information Security, Information Security Management, Information Technology Consulting, Information Technology Security, IT Architecture, IT Project Planning, IT Security Architecture, IT Standards, Machine Learning, Multi-Level Communication, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Target Architecture

Additional Job Details

Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W: TORONTO

City: Toronto

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-08-12

Application Deadline: 2025-11-14

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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