Senior Manager, SecOps

BDO Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, SecOps in Calgary to lead the security operations function, including monitoring, detection, incident response, and risk management. You will guide a team of security professionals, drive improvements in processes, and collaborate with technology and business teams to embed security into initiatives.

With a strong background in cybersecurity and leadership, you will report to senior leadership and help protect the firm’s systems, data, and digital assets

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree or higher in cybersecurity/IT/CS/engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years in cybersecurity, with hands-on security operations, incident response and threat management.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop cybersecurity teams.
• Strong knowledge of security operations, vulnerability management, and response practices.
• Experience with enterprise security tech for monitoring, detection and response.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and industry standards.
• Experience securing complex, possibly cloud-based environments.
• Ability to communicate risk and incident findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Security Operations with strategic direction, processes, and service standards for detection and response.
• Oversee monitoring and threat detection to proactively identify cybersecurity threats.
• Direct incident response activities including investigation, containment, and post-incident reviews.
• Manage relationships with third-party providers and internal teams for security operations.
• Develop and maintain security metrics, dashboards, and reporting on posture and trends.
• Drive continuous improvement of security capabilities and risk reduction.
• Ensure operations align with policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Incorporate security considerations into technology initiatives and processes.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing security team.

Education

Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.

10+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience

Team leadership and mentoring in cybersecurity

Security operations, threat detection, incident response

Enterprise security technologies and platforms

Cybersecurity frameworks and best practices

Cloud security in complex environments

Communication of cybersecurity risks to stakeholders

Certifications in cybersecurity (assets)

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

The Senior Manager, SecOps is responsible for leading BDO's security operations function, including cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and operational security processes. This role drives the continuous enhancement of security capabilities, manages cybersecurity risk from an operational perspective, and leads a team of security professionals to protect the organization's systems, data, and digital assets.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the Security Operations function, establishing strategic direction, operational processes, and service delivery standards for threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring.
• Oversee security monitoring and threat detection capabilities to proactively identify and respond to cybersecurity threats.
• Direct cybersecurity incident response activities, ensuring timely investigation, containment, recovery, and post-incident reviews.
• Manage relationships with third-party service providers, technology partners, and internal teams to ensure effective security operations and service delivery.
• Develop and maintain operational security metrics, reporting, and dashboards to provide visibility into security posture, incident trends, and team performance.
• Lead initiatives focused on operational risk reduction and continuous improvement of security capabilities.
• Ensure security operations processes align with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement of operational security processes, procedures, and response capabilities.
• Partner with technology and business teams to ensure security considerations are incorporated into technology initiatives and operational processes.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing security team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand our client's industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to our clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, including significant experience in security operations, incident response, threat management, and cyber defense.
• Proven experience leading, developing, and mentoring cybersecurity teams.
• Strong knowledge of security operations, threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and operational security practices.
• Experience with enterprise security technologies and platforms supporting security monitoring, threat detection, and response activities.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience securing complex enterprise environments, including cloud-based technologies and services.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate cybersecurity risks, operational metrics, and incident findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications are considered an asset.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars- Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what's next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your communit