About this role
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive GRC frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, PCI DSS, GDPR, PIPEDA, etc.).
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and prioritize information security risks. Develop and monitor risk mitigation strategies and controls.
- Perform vendor risk assessments, evaluating the security posture of third-party service providers and ensuring their compliance with our security standards and contractual obligations.
- Lead and support internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor requests and findings.
- Monitor changes in regulatory landscapes and industry standards, assessing their impact on the organization and recommending necessary adjustments to policies and controls.
- Collaborate with various departments (IT, Legal, Operations, HR) to embed GRC principles into business processes and foster a culture of compliance.
- Manage and track compliance activities, including the remediation of identified gaps and vulnerabilities.
- Prepare and present GRC reports and metrics to the Information Security Manager and other stakeholders, providing insights into the organization's risk and compliance status.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity trends.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
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Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
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3-5 years of experience in a dedicated GRC, information security, or IT audit role.
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Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT, ITIL.
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Familiarity with privacy regulations relevant to Canada (e.g., PIPEDA) and global regulations (e.g., GDPR) if applicable to the business.
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Proven experience in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigation strategies.
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Experience performing vendor risk assessments.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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Proficiency in both English and French is highly desirable.
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Relevant industry certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP.
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Knowledge of cloud security principles and compliance requirements (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)