Senior Specialist Cyber PMO

iPSS inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 122,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

iPSS inc. is seeking an experienced cyber security program leader in Toronto to drive city-wide cyber initiatives and governance. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, align programs with strategic goals, and ensure delivery within scope and budget.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in large project management within government or major private sector settings, with strong finance and auditing capabilities and CISSP/CISM/PMP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cyber security, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years hands-on experience in large project and program management in Government or large private sector organizations.
• Experience with traditional and innovative project management processes and tools (agile, waterfall, iterative).
• Governance, planning, budgeting, and project close-out expertise.
• Experience with implementing a GRC solution is an asset.
• Strong finance background and MS Office proficiency.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of cyber security projects with gate processes, status reports, and risk management.
• Refine project methodologies, standards, and guidelines; ensure timetable and budget adherence.
• Lead QA to ensure deliverables meet cyber PMO benchmarks.
• Develop and enhance cyber project delivery methodologies for optimized performance.
• Monitor expenditures and report variances with corrective actions.
• Plan, execute, and oversee cyber security programs within scope, budget, and time.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration for cyber initiatives.
• Track program performance and risks; provide actionable insights.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Prepare reports for senior management on status, risks, and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with external partners and regulatory bodies on emerging threats.

Skills

Transformative programs

Leadership

Analytical ability

Budgeting

Audit and compliance

Stakeholder management

Decision-making under pressure

Strong communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in cyber security or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

GRC tools (asset)

Auditing techniques

Job description

Division:Office of the Chief Information Security Officer

Reports To:Manager Strategic Transformation

Salary Range: $122,305.00 to $163,639.00

Work Location: 55 John Street, Toronto

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Shift Information:Monday to Friday, 35 hours work week

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide strategic and operational support in managing City-wide cyber security programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance requirements. This role involves leading key cyber security initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams, and optimizing program performance through data-driven insights.

To collaborate with leadership, including the Manager Strategic Transformation and the Director of Cyber Engagement, in executing a structured and effective cyber security strategy.

To collaborate with other segments of the organization to manage City-wide cyber initiatives.

To oversee program governance, driving continuous improvement and resilience in the City’s cyber security posture.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the execution of cyber security projects, managing key deliverables such as gate processes, status reports, and risk management frameworks.
• Establish and refine project methodologies, standards, and guidelines, continuously evaluating projects to ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Lead quality assurance efforts, ensuring project deliverables meet the highest standards and align with cyber PMO quality benchmarks.
• Develop, implement, and enhance cyber project delivery methodologies for optimized performance.
• Monitor project expenditures and financial performance, reporting variances and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Plan, execute, and oversee cyber security programs, ensuring successful delivery within defined scope, budget, and time constraints.
• Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams to drive cyber security initiatives and maintain alignment with organizational goals.
• Track cyber security program performance and key risk indicators, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards related to cyber security.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior management and key stakeholders, outlining program status, risks, and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with external partners, vendors, and regulatory bodies to stay updated on emerging threats and industry best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in cyber security, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10+ years hands‑on experience in large project management and program management in Government jurisdictions and or large private sector organizations.
• Extensive experience with traditional and innovative project management processes, techniques, tools across agile, waterfall, iterative methods associated tools.
• Project excellence spanning Governance, Definition, Planning, Project Management & Control, Financials and Close‑out.
• Experience in implementing a GRC solution is an asset.
• Solid background in finance.
• Strong Proficiency in MS Office specifically MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Project.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, or equivalent.

SKILLS:

• Ability to work in transformative programs.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of stakeholders.
• Motivated self‑starter demonstrating integrity, initiative and innovation qualities.
• Strong analytical ability where problems are typically unusual and difficult.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to prioritise and multitask.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with capability to identify solutions to unusual and complex problems.
• Ability to make quick decision.
• Strong business acumen with budgeting experience.
• Excellent understanding of audit and compliance standards.
• Experience with the audit process and performing risk‑based audits.
• Ability to work with the broader IT organization and business management to align priorities and plans with key business objectives.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead under pressure, make decisions in ambiguous situations and drive cross functional collaboration in a short period of time.
• Demonstrated influence and persuasion skills, able to present to senior levels.
• Strong understanding of the business impact of security tools, technologies and policies.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and make decisions and recommendations with limited data.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively manage competing priorities and projects.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills with an aptitude for extracting and synthesizing complex information.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Transferable skills, like communication and decision‑making, are equally important.
• Being able to think on your feet and show good judgment are especially valuable in this field. “Security pros should always be ready to react to cyber‑related incidents quickly.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS/INFORMATION:

A normal work week is 35 hours; however, unforeseen situation may require extended hours of work with little or no prior notice. In case of a cyber incident or breach, rotation shift, continuous extended hours may be required with little or no prior notice.

*Subject to a police check, background check, psychological assessment and/or any other checks on a regular basis as the Office of the CISO handles highly sensitive and confidential information.

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