Cyber Security Specialist

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

The position at a glance
As a Penetration Testing Coordinator within our Vulnerability Assessment team, you will be the driving force behind our proactive security testing program. You will manage end-to-end lifecycle of multiple penetration testing engagements, ensuring our critical business applications, APIs, and infrastructure are resilient against evolving threats. This is a permanent, full-time position based in our Montreal office.

In detail
The team members are responsible of the following activities:

• Process Management – Managing multiple penetration testing projects concurrently, from initiation and scoping through execution, reporting, and remediation tracking. This includes defining test objectives, timelines, and resource allocation in collaboration with service/application owner and technical experts.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Acting as a central point of contact for all penetration testing activities, coordinating with internal stakeholders (Application Owners, Development leads, Application Production Support leads, Product Owners) and external security vendors/suppliers.
• Requirement Gathering – Organizing and leading meetings to gather necessary technical details and business context to accurately scope penetration tests, ensuring alignment between business needs, technical constraints, and security best practices.
• Vendor Coordination – Managing relationships with external penetration testing vendors, including facilitating communication, ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables, and reviewing statements of work, RFP responses and other documents.
• Logistics and Preparation – Coordinating pre-engagement activities, such as access provisioning, environment setup, and ensuring all necessary documentation (e.g. Rules of engagement) is in place.
• Findings Management – Tracking identified vulnerabilities using our tools (Jira and ServiceNow), following up with application and service owners to ensure timely remediation, providing guidance, and answering questions related to findings.
• Team Liaison – Collaborating closely with our local teams (e.g. VA, CTS, CTI, PCSIRT, IT Production) to ensure the technical accuracy of test scopes, validate findings, and escalate complex technical issues when necessary.
• Reporting and Communication – Providing regular updates and reports on penetrating testing progress, findings, remediation status, and key risk indicators to the team lead and other relevant stakeholders. Candidate is expected to acknowledge stakeholder inquiries within the same business day and provide clear timelines for resolutions.

The Strengths And Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information Security, or a relate field.
• 5+ years of experience in a project management or coordinator role within an IT Security context.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationship and influence outcomes.
• Understanding of API and web application security concepts and the OWASP framework.
• Thorough understanding of Network and Cloud infrstructure concepts and frameworks.
• Familiarity with the typical phases and methodologies of penetration testing and testing frameworks.
• Experience using issue tracker system (Jira) for managing tasks and workflows.
• Highly responsive and proactive, with a commitment to timely communication and issue resolution.
• IT or Security certifications (e.g. OSCP, OSCE, CARTP, CISSP, CISA, CISM, Cloud Security, CEH)
• Experience managing penetration testing or security assessment projects.
• Experience working with and managing external vendors.
• Experience in Financial Service industry.
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of French and English is required.

What's In It For You
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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What You Need To Know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don't wait to submit your application;
• BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas' office(s) is an essential function of this position;
• If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About Us
BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas' mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Montreal's Top Employers 2025
• Canada's Best Diversity Employers 2025
• Women in Governance – Parity certified – Platinum certification
• Pride at Work Canada
• Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
• Synclusiv
• Ready, Willing and Able
• Autisme sans Limites
• LinkedIn Top Companies 2024

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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***