Senior Specialist, IT Security Risk Management

1 hour ago

Montreal administrative region, Canada Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Société canadienne d'hypothèques et de logement(SCHL) Full time

About CMHC We hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration and our leadership style is guided by trust. Benefits Annual paid vacation Annual individual performance incentive Defined benefit pension plan Comprehensive group insurance plan Support for personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more An inclusive workplace culture and environment About the Role The Senior Specialist, IT Security & Risk Management is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining security policies, controls, and risk management practices that safeguard the organization’s information systems. What You Will Do Security Governance & Compliance Develop and maintain IT security policies, standards, and procedures Support compliance initiatives (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI‑DSS, SOC 2, privacy regulations) Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments Prepare documentation for internal and external audits Risk Management Lead risk assessments to identify gaps in systems, processes, and technologies Maintain the enterprise IT risk register and track remediation activities Provide recommendations to reduce risks and strengthen controls Security Operations & Incident Response Monitor security alerts, investigate incidents, and coordinate response activities Work with IT teams to ensure timely patching, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening Support endpoint, network, cloud, and identity security initiatives Technology & Project Support Participate in the security review of new systems, applications, and vendor solutions Assess third‑party security risks and support procurement due diligence Provide expert guidance on secure architecture and security‑by‑design practices Awareness & Training Contribute to cybersecurity awareness programs and training activities Provide guidance to employees on best practices for protecting information assets What You Should Have Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field 5–8 years of experience in IT security, risk management, or related roles Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer (an asset) Strong understanding of security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001), cloud security, and risk methodologies Experience with SIEM, vulnerability management tools, EDR, IAM, and cloud environments (Azure) Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion CM is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and people are recognized, valued, and essential to achieving our mission. Hiring Process We appreciate your effort in applying. If selected for an interview or testing, please inform us of any accommodation needs. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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