Security Solutions Architect

Stafflink; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Cyber Security Architect for a remote position in Ontario. The role involves developing security solutions based on business requirements and assessing compliance with Cyber Security standards. Candidates should have over 10 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in Cyber Security Architecture. Security clearance is required. This is a contract position through December 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the IT field.
• 5+ years in developing Cyber Security Architecture.
• 5+ years in cyber assessment program.

Responsibilities

• Develop security solutions architecture aligning with Enterprise Architecture principles.
• Assess technology solutions for compliance with Cyber Security standards.
• Research technology developments and recommend enhancements.

Skills

Risk management

Communication skills

Cyber Security Architecture

Cloud Architecture

Application Security

Education

University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM

Job description

Must Haves

• University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM
• A minimum of ten (10) years of recent demonstrated work experience in the IT field
• A minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience in developing Cyber Security Architecture
• A minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience working in a cyber assessment program
• Demonstrated experience with risk management and security control methodologies and frameworks (such as, NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex security and technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated understanding of various Cyber based concepts such as Zero Trust Architecture and Data Loss Prevention
• Demonstrated knowledge of Cloud Architecture and Operations (Azure)
• Demonstrated knowledge of application security (SDLC)
• Demonstrated ability to work with an enterprise architecture framework and group
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles and best practices in software architecture and architectural / design patterns and frameworks

Day to Day

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, Banking Operations Applications and FMBO Enterprise Architecture :

• Develop security solutions architecture / design based on business, operational, technical and security requirement, while aligning with the Bank’s Enterprise Architecture principles and Cyber Security standards
• Assess the technology solutions for compliance to the Bank Cyber Security directives and standards, following the Bank’s Cyber Risk & Assessment Framework
• Work with solutions and project teams to mitigate and track cyber risks
• Apply a threat modeling approach to cyber security risk measurement and reporting
• Research and monitor technology developments and industry trends; assessing their applicability, functionality and reliability for the Bank and recommend technologies that will enhance productivity and the achievement of the client’s business objectives
• Contribute to the development of the overall Cyber Security Solution Architecture processes, tools, standards, and templates

Key Details

• Contract term: Until December 31, 2026 with possible extension.
• Work model: Remote in Ontario / Quebec is ideal. Will consider candidate from other provinces
• Security Clearance: Must have Reliability Status