Security advisor

Desjardins; Montreal West; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Security Advisor to enhance security measures and align them with corporate objectives. You will play a crucial role in advising on security-related initiatives and assisting internal partners. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits, reflecting your expertise in information security.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of French is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize security measures.
• Advise on security matters and mitigate risks.
• Analyze data and write reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

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As a security advisor, you help develop and optimize security measures to align with corporate objectives by planning, implementing and overseeing best practices to strengthen Desjardins's security posture. You help develop the Desjardins Group Security Office's priorities and governance, and work on different aspects of our security practices. You're responsible for one or more sub-specialties, such as personal information and data protection, information security, physical security and financial crime and fraud prevention. You advise and assist clients and partners on major security-related initiatives and development projects. You develop tools, methods and processes. Your projects and initiatives require comprehensive knowledge in your field of expertise. You propose recommendations, solutions and action plans based on the organization's objectives and priorities. You share ideas and help solve problems using your analytical skills and comprehensive knowledge of your line of business. You interact with stakeholders working in other fields. Interpersonal skills are therefore essential. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Diagnose issues, risks, needs and challenges for your line of work to determine target outcomes
• Advise business sectors on security matters
• Help develop and implement objectives, solutions, policies, programs and action plans to mitigate risks for members and clients and for the organization
• Analyze data, conduct studies, make recommendations and write reports
• Help train internal stakeholders, raise awareness and communicate information
• Help with outreach activities for internal partners and practitioners
  
  

Required

As a security advisor, you help develop and optimize security measures to align with corporate objectives by planning, implementing and overseeing best practices to strengthen Desjardins's security posture. You help develop the Desjardins Group Security Office's priorities and governance, and work on different aspects of our security practices. You're responsible for one or more sub-specialties, such as personal information and data protection, information security, physical security and financial crime and fraud prevention. You advise and assist clients and partners on major security-related initiatives and development projects. You develop tools, methods and processes. Your projects and initiatives require comprehensive knowledge in your field of expertise. You propose recommendations, solutions and action plans based on the organization's objectives and priorities. You share ideas and help solve problems using your analytical skills and comprehensive knowledge of your line of business. You interact with stakeholders working in other fields. Interpersonal skills are therefore essential. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Diagnose issues, risks, needs and challenges for your line of work to determine target outcomes
• Advise business sectors on security matters
• Help develop and implement objectives, solutions, policies, programs and action plans to mitigate risks for members and clients and for the organization
• Analyze data, conduct studies, make recommendations and write reports
• Help train internal stakeholders, raise awareness and communicate information
• Help with outreach activities for internal partners and practitioners
  
  

What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
• Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Knowledge of French is required
  
  

Business insight, Interpersonal Savvy

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Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

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Job Family

Security (FG)

Unposting Date

2025-06-23

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Banking

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