Vice President, Enterprise Information Security

People Corporation; Winnipeg, Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Vice President of Enterprise Information Security, where you will lead a dynamic team in developing and implementing innovative security programs. This role is pivotal in ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of systems and data, while fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization. You will collaborate with various business units, manage risk assessments, and establish governance frameworks that align security with enterprise architecture. If you are passionate about driving security initiatives and have a strong background in technology and risk management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Learning Opportunities with Experts

Extended Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Retirement Plan with Company Contributions

Health & Wellness Programs

Mental Health Support

Assistance with Industry Designations

Competitive Compensation

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Information Security with a strong background in Technology and Risk Management.
• 5+ years in a senior management role leading security teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish governance structure and implement security policies.
• Lead and motivate the security team to achieve strategic goals.
• Monitor emerging threats and advise stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Strategic Planning

Cyber Risk Management

Data Analysis

Advisory Skills

Integrity and Ethics

Education

Degree in Business Administration

CISSP Certification

CISM Certification

CISA Certification

CRISC Certification

Tools

ISO/IEC 27001 Framework

NIST Framework

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Vice President, Enterprise Information Security to join our team in Toronto or Winnipeg. Aligned with the Chief Information Office, as Vice President, Enterprise Information Security, you are a senior leader supporting enterprise, solution, security, data, and infrastructure architecture domains. You will provide leadership in planning, developing, directing, and operating an innovative, trusted, and reliable information security program to support the confidentiality and integrity of systems, assets, and data of People Corp. You will lead the security team, including staff responsible for identity and access management, risk, and security operations.

The Vice President, Enterprise Information Security will:

• Establish the information security governance structure by implementing a hierarchical governance program, including chairing the information security steering committee.
• Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive enterprise information security and IT risk management program, including enhancing cybersecurity awareness training for all stakeholders.
• Create and improve an information security management framework to reduce organizational risk during regular operations and transformation projects.
• Collaborate with business units to facilitate risk assessments and management processes, empowering teams to understand and own their risk levels.
• Develop, socialize, and coordinate approval and implementation of security policies, reporting progress to internal stakeholders, including executive leadership. Build internal relationships to demonstrate value and ensure consistent application of policies and standards across all technology projects, systems, and services, including privacy, risk management, compliance, and business continuity.
• Coordinate with vendor management to include security requirements in contracts.
• Build and maintain external networks with industry peers, partners, vendors, and relevant parties to address trends, incidents, and cybersecurity risks.
• Engage with external agencies such as law enforcement to ensure a strong security posture and stay informed of threats.
• Align security with enterprise architecture by working with the architecture team to ensure security requirements are integrated by design.
• Monitor emerging threats and advise stakeholders on appropriate actions.
• Lead and motivate the security team to achieve strategic and tactical goals.

To be successful as a Vice President, Enterprise Information Security, you will need:

• Leadership skills to motivate teams in high-pressure environments and build skill sets.
• Resilience to manage competing priorities and take initiative with minimal oversight.
• Strategic planning skills to break down big-picture goals into manageable steps and align business and cyber risk strategies.
• Ability to use data effectively to communicate trends and insights to senior leaders.
• A protective mindset to understand threats and manage cyber risk programs.
• Advisory skills to educate and influence activities related to cyber risk, governing through influence.
• High integrity, confidentiality, sound judgment, maturity, and a commitment to ethics, compliance, and customer service.

All-star candidates will have:

• At least 8 years of experience in Information Security with a strong background in Technology and Risk Management.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior management role leading security teams.
• Experience with frameworks like ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST.
• A degree in business administration, technology, or equivalent experience.
• Additional credentials such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC are advantageous.

What's in it for you:

• Learning opportunities with experts
• Extended health, dental benefits
• Retirement plan with company contributions
• Health & Wellness programs
• Mental health support
• Assistance with industry designations
• Competitive compensation

At People Corporation, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing an accessible environment where all employees and clients feel valued and supported. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and offer opportunities for everyone to reach their potential.