Senior Security Operations Lead

BDO Canada; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 132,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, SecOps to lead the security operations function, overseeing cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and ongoing security improvements to protect our systems and data.

You will build and coach a high-performing team, partner with technology and business units, drive metrics and risk reduction, and ensure operations align with policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Security operations

Threat detection

Incident response

Leadership

Education

Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

BDO Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, SecOps to lead the security operations function, overseeing cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and ongoing security improvements to protect our systems and data.

You will build and coach a high-performing team, partner with technology and business units, drive metrics and risk reduction, and ensure operations align with policies and regulatory standards.