Senior Technology Architect – Cyber Security

**Job Title: Senior Technology Architect - Cyber Security & Network Security

Location: Toronto, ON, CAN (On-Site)

Duration: 3 Months (Possible Extension for 3 months)
Client: Public Sector (Preferred)
Pay Rate: C$90-C$100/hr
Role Overview**

The Senior Technology Architect will provide deep technical leadership in cybersecurity architecture, security operations (SecOps), automation, AI-driven security solutions, and next-generation network security. This role requires hands-on experience designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting advanced cybersecurity solutions, particularly within large, distributed environments such as the K-12 education sector.

The architect will work closely with multiple stakeholders to design scalable, secure, and automated cybersecurity operating models, including hybrid in-house and outsourced MSSP environments, while supporting training, governance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
Cyber Security & Network Architecture

• Deliver architecture guidance, solution design, training, and implementation support for next-generation cyber security and network technologies, including:

• Security Service Edge (SSE) / Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)

  (SWG, CASB, ZTNA, FWaaS)
  - SD-WAN and Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
  - Endpoint security platforms (EPP, EDR, XDR)
  - IPS/IDS, DDoS protection, and Network Access Control
  - Identity and authentication solutions (passwordless, certificates, MFA)
  - Incident Response and Incident Management (IR/IM)
  - Automated vulnerability management and patching
  - User and Entity Behaviour Analytics (UEBA
  )

Security Operations & MSSP Integration

• Provide technical leadership for hybrid security operating models involving internal teams and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs):
• MSSP onboarding, integration, and optimization
• SOC and NOC architecture and operations
• SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and threat intelligence platforms
• Security automation and orchestration workflows
• Governance, risk, and compliance in hybrid environments

Architecture, Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Define and maintain reference architectures incorporating Zero-Trust principles and SOAR-enabled automation.
• Lead development of SOC performance metrics, including KPIs and KRIs, aligned with executive and board-level objectives.
• Apply threat-informed design using MITRE ATT&CK Kill Chain analysis.
• Assess emerging cyber security technologies through pilots and proof-of-concepts, including AI-driven capabilities.

Training, Collaboration & Advisory

• Deliver targeted training to IT and security teams on:
• Working effectively with MSPs/MSSPs
• Escalation models and shared responsibilities
• Interpreting security metrics and dashboards
• Provide strategic advisory support on:
• Vendor engagement and performance assessment
• Shared security service models
• Architectural governance across multiple organizations
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including blueprints, onboarding patterns, risk models, and implementation guides
  .

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Present to senior and executive stakeholders as required.
• Provide regular status updates and project reports.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups with varying needs
  .

Mandatory Qualifications (Must-Have)
Cyber Security & Network Security Expertise (40%)

• 10+ years of experience in cyber security and next-generation network security.
• 5+ years deploying secure architecture and automation workflows.
• 5+ years of experience in network security within advanced SDN environments.
• Hands-on experience with:
• SSE/SASE, Zero-Trust Architecture
• Cloud security (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
• MITRE ATT&CK, D3FEND, ATLAS
• NIST CSF v2, CIS Controls v8
• AI/ML-driven cyber security automation
• EPP, EDR, XDR platforms
• IPS/IDS, DDoS, NAC
• Identity and authentication technologies
• Incident response and vulnerability management
• Penetration testing and automated red teaming
• OT security

Security Operations & Metrics (35%)

• Experience designing hybrid SOC/MSSP operating models.
• Expertise in SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Experience developing KPIs/KRIs and observability dashboards.
• Proven ability to translate operational metrics into strategic insights.
• Strong knowledge of MSSP, MDR, and SOC-as-a-Service models.

Training & Stakeholder Engagement (10%)

• 5+ years presenting to senior and executive audiences.
• 5+ years coordinating complex technical initiatives across multiple teams.
• 5+ years preparing written deliverables (status reports, recommendations).
• 5+ years delivering cybersecurity training and upskilling programs.

Certifications & Education (10%)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field.
• Cyber security certifications preferred:
• CISSP, CISM, CCSP
• CEH, CISA, CRISC (or equivalents)
• Postgraduate degree preferred.

Public Sector Experience (5%)

• Knowledge of Ontario public-sector IT standards and relevant legislation.
• 5+ years' experience
  in the K-12 education sector, preferably with school boards.

If this opportunity matches your experience and career goals, please share your most updated resume for consideration.

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