Senior Information Security Architect

Fraser Health; Surrey; On-site; CAD 76,112 - 109,408; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Health is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Information Security Architect to join our Digital Technology Services team. This leadership role is vital in advancing the organization’s enterprise security architecture within a complex healthcare environment.

The successful candidate will direct architecture strategies, guiding security principles that align with business priorities, ensuring the protection of critical systems and data. The position demands a strong understanding of security frameworks and the ability to lead diverse teams effectively.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in information security leadership or management roles.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare environment with a strong focus on cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise security architecture design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead security architecture strategy by defining enterprise-wide principles, standards, and policies.
• Develop and implement security architecture roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design secure, scalable solutions.

Skills

Security architecture frameworks

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or related field

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $55.25 - $79.42 / hour

Job Summary

Fraser Health is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Information Security Architect to join our Digital Technology Services team. This leadership role is critical in shaping and advancing the organization’s enterprise security architecture to support a complex and evolving healthcare environment.

As a key member of the Information Security leadership team, you will define and guide security architecture principles, ensuring alignment with business priorities while safeguarding critical systems, data, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead security architecture strategy by defining enterprise-wide principles, standards, and policies that guide architectural decisions
• Develop and implement short- and long-term security architecture roadmaps aligned with Fraser Health’s business objectives
• Translate business needs into secure architecture solutions, ensuring alignment between operational processes and cybersecurity requirements
• Collaborate with business leaders, partners, and subject matter experts to design and deliver secure, scalable solutions
• Design and oversee implementation of enterprise security architecture, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across systems and platforms
• Direct compliance efforts to ensure adherence to established security standards, frameworks, and best practices
• Provide expert guidance and leadership in cybersecurity design, risk management, and architectural governance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in information security leadership or management roles
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare environment, with a strong focus on cybersecurity
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise security architecture design and implementation

What We’re Looking For

• Strong expertise in security architecture frameworks, principles, and governance
• Proven ability to align security strategies with business objectives
• Experience working in complex, enterprise-level environments
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence, guide, and collaborate across technical and business teams

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for a population in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and ensuring that all individuals are treated in an equitable and culturally safe manner.