Security Engineer - 6-Month Contract (Hybrid)

Central 1; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Toronto is seeking a Security Engineer for a 6-month hybrid contract. The role involves leading secure design, implementation, and operations across the organization. Candidates should have over 10 years of IT experience, with a strong background in security and architecture. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and requires excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT, with 5+ in security and 2+ in architecture.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and security best practices.
• Self-starter with excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert on security in project teams.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Evaluate and integrate new security tools and technologies.

Skills

Network protocols

Cloud security

Scripting languages

Threat modeling

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Certifications (CISSP, GSEC, etc.)

Tools

AWS

Azure

Security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF)

Application security tools

Job description

Security Engineer - 6-Month Contract (Hybrid)

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Security Engineer - 6-Month Contract (Hybrid)

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This range is provided by Central 1. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$80.00 / hr - CA$90.00 / hr

Central 1 cooperatively empowers credit unions and other financial institutions to deliver banking choice to Canadians. Central 1 provides critical services at scale to enable a thriving credit union system. We do this by collaborating with our clients, developing strategies, products and services to support the financial well-being of their more than 5 million diverse customers in communities across Canada. For more information, visit www.central1.com.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a senior contract Security Engineer to lead secure design, implementation, and operations across the organization. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to embed information security best practices into projects and products, helping us stay ahead of evolving threats.

You’ll stay current on emerging technologies and risks, translating complex concepts into practical, actionable guidance. Project teams will rely on your analytical skills and collaborative approach to identify and prioritize threats, as well as guide the development of effective controls.

Experience in Agile environments and integrating security into modern toolsets is essential, along with the ability to engage diverse technical and non-technical audiences with clarity and influence.

What you’ll be doing

Advisory & Architecture

• Act as a subject matter expert on security in project teams
• Lead threat modeling and risk assessments at product / project levels
• Define and support the implementation of security controls
• Help shape enterprise security architecture, standards, and policies

Implementation & Integration

• Evaluate and integrate new security tools and technologies
• Build automation into security processes
• Support secure development and deployment in Agile workflows

Operations & Testing

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
• Investigate incidents and validate security fixes
• Review system designs and recommend improvements
• Maintain awareness of industry threats, trends, and best practices

What you'll have

Education & Experience

• 10+ years in IT, with 5+ in security and 2+ in architecture
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Certifications preferred: CISSP, GSEC, GWAPT, GPEN, Azure / AWS Security

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of network protocols (IP, TCP/IP, TLS/mTLS), OWASP Top 10, SANS Top 25. Familiar with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF)
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, Cloudflare, WAFs), SAST, DAST, PKI, application security tools
• Scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl)
• Threat modeling (e.g., STRIDE), Web technologies (HTTP/2, Web Proxy)
• Linux and macOS

Soft Skills

• Strong communicator and collaborator
• Analytical thinker and effective problem solver
• Self-starter with excellent time management
• Able to coach and influence across teams

Hourly Rate : $80.00 - $90.00 / hour

The hourly rate is determined for the successful candidate who is fully competent in the role. The actual salary will vary depending on market conditions and relevant factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education / training.

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Central 1 is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building an inclusive workforce. We welcome all applicants and provide accessible candidate experiences, including accommodations upon request.