Security Product Manager

IA Financial Services Inc.; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Vacation and personal development days

Telemedicine

Employee Assistance Program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iA Financial Group in Quebec is seeking a Security Product Manager to shape and execute the vision for security products within the ISPA team. This role guides investments, prioritizes initiatives and collaborates with cross-functional teams to reduce risk and improve operational efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience, including 3–5 years in product management or related transformation roles, and be fluent in French and English to partner with teams across Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, IT, engineering or cybersecurity or related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience, including 3–5 years in product management, portfolio management or similar transformation/value delivery roles.
• Fluency in French and English to collaborate with unilingual partners across Canada and abroad.
• Experience in multi-stakeholder environments and in shaping product/vision and roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate product vision, strategy and roadmaps aligned with ISPA objectives.
• Prioritize initiatives based on business value, risk, and execution capacity.
• Collaborate with architects, analysts, engineering and security teams to deliver solutions.
• Define outcomes, benefits and KPIs to measure value and success.
• Balance agile product management with governance, budget and risk requirements.

Skills

Product management

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Build the future with us Are you passionate about cybersecurity, product management and organizational transformation, and looking to contribute to the purpose of a company that strives to ensure its clients feel confident and secure about their future? The Information Security Protection and Analysis (ISPA) team is looking for a Product Manager to contribute to the evolution of its operational cybersecurity capabilities. As a Security Product Manager, you will play a key role in shaping and executing the vision for the security products under your responsibility. You will help guide investments, prioritize initiatives and maximize delivered value to reduce risk, improve operational efficiency and support organizational objectives. This role is an excellent opportunity to leverage your strategic skills, influential leadership and ability to engage multidisciplinary teams. Here, people and their development are at the heart of what we do, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

What you’ll accomplish with us

• Understand, promote and clearly communicate the business value of the cybersecurity capabilities and services under your responsibility;
• Develop, communicate and evolve product vision, strategy and roadmaps in alignment with ISPA objectives, organizational priorities and business partner needs;
• Translate risk reduction objectives, operational needs and strategic directions into value-generating initiatives;
• Define expected outcomes, business benefits and performance indicators to measure the value delivered;
• Continuously manage the product backlog, including its content, prioritization, clarity, consistency and visibility, while considering business needs, risks, dependencies, regulatory requirements, security considerations, technical debt and operationalization activities;
• Prioritize initiatives and investments based on business value, risk level, expected benefits and execution capacity;
• Collaborate with security experts to evolve the capabilities under your responsibility;
• Identify opportunities for automation, process simplification and continuous improvement;
• Proactively and collaboratively identify and resolve risks, issues and dependencies related to the product roadmaps under your responsibility;
• Assess the impact of changes in scope or priorities on teams, stakeholders and business objectives, and recommend appropriate solutions;
• Collaborate with architects, analysts, engineering teams and operational teams to develop solutions that meet organizational needs;
• Contribute to defining strategies for the delivery, deployment and adoption of security capabilities;
• Act as a leader and subject matter resource within your area of expertise for multidisciplinary teams;
• Contribute to the preparation of strategic business cases, recommendations and presentations for various decision-making bodies;
• Balance agile product management principles with governance, accountability, budget management and risk management requirements.

What could accelerate your success in this role

• Stands out for their influential leadership, ability to engage stakeholders and ability to build strong alignment around a shared vision;
• Is recognized for their autonomy, thoroughness, political savvy and ability to navigate complex environments;
• Demonstrates strong analytical, synthesis and problem-solving skills, as well as sound judgment in situations involving uncertainty;
• Demonstrates agility, intellectual curiosity and a strong interest in technology and cybersecurity;
• Excels at managing priorities, dependencies and strategic trade-offs, and can clearly communicate complex concepts to both technical and executive audiences;
• Has a strong understanding of various cybersecurity disciplines, including offensive security, application security, incident response, cloud security, exposure management, network security, endpoint security, data security and threat intelligence;
• Holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration, information technology, engineering, cybersecurity or another relevant related field;
• Has at least 8 years of relevant professional experience, including a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in product management, portfolio management or a comparable role related to transformation or value delivery;
• Has significant experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments;
• Demonstrates experience developing product or service visions, roadmaps and evolution strategies;
• Has an advanced level of proficiency in both French and English, as the incumbent will be required to collaborate daily with unilingual English-speaking partners, teams and stakeholders located across Canada and abroad.

The following will be considered assets

• Experience in cybersecurity, information security or technology risk management;
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry, or in a highly regulated environment;
• Experience in vulnerability management, cloud security, security operations or threat exposure management;
• Certification in product management, agile methodologies or portfolio management;
• A cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CISM or equivalent;
• Knowledge of the CTEM framework.

Why you’ll love working with us

A work environment where learning and development come together with a collective pursuit of excellence;

Artificial intelligence in everyone’s hands, helping you increase your personal effectiveness while contributing to the organization’s growth;

A healthy, safe, equitable and inclusive environment where everyone’s potential can thrive and develop;

The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

The opportunity to contribute directly to the evolution of the organization’s security posture and have a tangible influence on strategic decisions and technology investments.

Competitive benefits

• Flexible group insurance;
• Competitive pension plan;
• Stock purchase plan;
• Vacation, wellness and personal development days;
• Telemedicine;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Ergonomic furniture program;
• Performance bonus;
• Discounts on iA products;
• And much more!

Location(s)

Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Posting End Date

2027-01-07

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.

Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

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