IA Financial Group

Information Security Advisor - Risk Management

IA Financial Group$80K — $110K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Information Security, Data Science, or equivalent
  • 7+ years of experience in information security or risk management
  • Expertise in security frameworks; CISSP, CCSP, or CRISC are assets
  • Strong communication and influence skills without formal authority
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to complex situations
  • Collaborative mindset with relationship-building skills
  • Fluency in French and intermediate English proficiency required

Responsibilities

  • Advise teams on security integration and risk management best practices
  • Support throughout the design and implementation of tech solutions
  • Assess technology-related risks and business processes
  • Provide tailored, actionable cybersecurity recommendations
  • Contribute to enhancing the organization's cybersecurity maturity
  • Act as a trusted partner for both technical and business stakeholders
  • Utilize AI tools to enhance analysis and documentation processes

Benefits

  • Work environment promoting learning and excellence
  • Safe and inclusive workplace culture
  • Hybrid work options with flexible workspace access
  • Comprehensive benefits including flexible insurance and pension plan
  • Vacation and wellness/personal development days
  • Telemedicine access and family assistance programs
  • Performance bonuses and discounts on company products
Full Job Description
Job Description

Information Security Advisor - Risk Management

What you'll accomplish with us

As an Information Security Advisor - Risk Management, you'll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:
  • Advise IT delivery teams and business partners on integrating security requirements and risk management best practices into technology initiatives
  • Provide advisory support throughout the design, implementation, operation, and evolution phases of technology solutions
  • Assess risks related to technology solutions, data, and business processes
  • Formulate pragmatic, actionable recommendations tailored to diverse technological and business contexts
  • Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's cybersecurity posture and the maturity of teams
  • Act as a trusted partner for technical and business stakeholders
  • Leverage, when relevant, artificial intelligence tools (e.g., Copilot, generative AI) to support analysis, documentation, and process optimization


What could accelerate your success in this role

We're looking for someone who:
  • Holds a bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Security, Data Science, or an equivalent academic background
  • Has a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in information security, technology, or risk management
  • Demonstrates strong expertise in information security frameworks, principles, and practices (CISSP, CCSP, or CRISC certifications are considered assets)
  • Is recognized for their ability to influence, communicate clearly, and provide advisory guidance without formal authority
  • Demonstrates rigor, objectivity, autonomy, flexibility, tolerance for ambiguity, and a strong commitment to continuous learning
  • Is known for their ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with vendors and external partners
  • Experience with or interest in using artificial intelligence tools (e.g., Copilot, generative AI) to support analysis, writing, or process optimization (an asset).
  • An advanced level of French proficiency is required, as the role involves participating in meetings, drafting emails and documentation, and collaborating weekly with French-speaking internal teams, partners, and vendors.


Charter of the French language clause: Intermediate level of English proficiency is required, as the role involves participating in meetings, drafting emails and documentation, and collaborating weekly with English-speaking internal teams, partners, and vendors.

Why you'll love working with us
• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!

Still unsure about applying? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply - your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

Location(s)
Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)
Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date
2026-06-29

About IA Financial Group

IA Financial Group is a Canadian insurance and financial services company. The company offers a wide range of products and services including life and health insurance, mutual funds, securities, auto and home insurance, mortgages, and loans. IA Financial Group has been in business for over 125 years and has over 5,500 employees. The company is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. IA Financial Group is also committed to giving back to the community and has a strong corporate social responsibility program.
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