Senior Manager, Information Security Governance and Risk Management

CMHC; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal housing agency in Montreal is seeking a Senior Manager in Information Security Governance and Risk Management. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of specialists and provide critical insights to production processes, working closely with leadership to drive risk analysis and remediation strategies. The ideal candidate has extensive cybersecurity management experience, is well-versed in regulatory frameworks, and demonstrates effective leadership skills. Join a team dedicated to safeguarding digital assets while achieving a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Annual Paid vacation

Individual performance incentive

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive group insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience in cybersecurity management.
• 5 to 10 years working within IT operations, security, or risk teams.
• Experience in a regulated sector (financial, government) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of risk specialists and propose solutions.
• Advise leadership on risk analyses and action plans.
• Participate in audits and drive best practices adoption.

Skills

Cybersecurity management

IT operations experience

Clear communication

Leadership

Simplifying complex topics

Education

CISSP certification

CCSP certification

GIAC certification

Job description

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role

Join the security team, in the Senior Manager Information Security Governance and Risk Management position, where your expertise in governance and cyber risk management will make a difference. Here, you build, influence, and protect. Your ideas matter: your experience directly contributes to safeguarding the organization’s digital future.

What you’ll do

• Lead a team of risk specialists, tackle real challenges, and propose solutions aligned with business priorities.
• Inform and advise leadership: risk analyses, recommendations, solution management, and action plans for remediation.
• Alternate between mitigation strategies, regulatory alignment (OSFI B-13, NIST, ITSG-33), and team coaching.
• Participate in audits, drive adoption of best practices, and stay ahead of evolving threats.
• Be the trusted advisor who turns complexity into actionable plans for the CISO.
• Support and assist the CISO in resolving and monitoring compliance issues.
• Be responsible for growing the security team.
• Represent the Information Security Office and influence the entire organization.

What you should have

• 3+ years of direct experience in cybersecurity management.
• 5 to 10 years working within IT operations, security, or risk teams.
• Experience in a regulated sector (financial, government, etc.): an asset.
• Mastery of security frameworks (NIST, OSFI B-13, CIS, etc.).
• Recognized leadership, clear communication, ability to simplify complex topics.
• Preferred certifications: CISSP, CCSP, GIAC, or equivalent.

Posting closing date

Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

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If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!