Cybersecurity Leader / Security Architect

Hiring: Cybersecurity Leader / Security ArchitectClient: Laurentian Bank of CanadaLocation: Remote (Toronto, ON)Duration: 6 Months (Extension Likely)Start Date: ImmediateExperience: 15+Yrs
Role OverviewWe are looking for a seasoned Cybersecurity Leader / Security Architect to join Laurentian Bank of Canada's Security Consulting & Design (SCAD) team.The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in Cybersecurity Consulting, Enterprise Security Architecture, Cloud Security, and Cyber Transformation, providing strategic security guidance across enterprise applications, infrastructure, and multi-cloud environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead security consulting and architecture initiatives across enterprise projects.Provide security guidance for AWS, Azure, GCP, and Hybrid Cloud environments.Conduct security reviews and develop enterprise security architecture roadmaps.Provide expertise across IAM, CIAM, PAM, SIEM, Data Protection, Network, and Application Security.Ensure compliance with NIST, PCI DSS, OWASP, and OSFI security frameworks.Collaborate with senior stakeholders, business teams, architects, and vendors.Drive security strategy, risk mitigation, and technology transformation initiatives.
Mandatory Requirements15+ years of overall IT experience, including 10+ years in core Cybersecurity.Strong background in Cybersecurity Consulting, Security Architecture, or Cyber Transformation.CISSP certification – Mandatory.Cloud Security Certification – Mandatory: CCSP, AZ-500, or AWS Security Specialty.Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure, GCP, Network Security, IAM/PAM, and Application Security.Experience with NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, OWASP, and OSFI.Strong experience in enterprise architecture, strategic security planning, and senior stakeholder management.Banking / Financial Services experience preferred.

Skills
AWS, Azure, GCP

Experience
10+ yrs

Work arrangement
Yes