Intact Financial Corporation

Security Advisor Specialist – Governance, Risk & Compliance

Intact Financial Corporation • $118K — $145K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, particularly in advisory, architecture, or risk management.
  • Strong technical knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and IT infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS.
  • Bilingual (French and English) to engage with diverse stakeholders across Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted security advisor, assessing solutions for risk.
  • Ensure implementations align with internal security policies and regulations.
  • Collaborate with architects to embed security in solutions.
  • Conduct security risk assessments for systems and infrastructure.
  • Identify security architecture gaps and suggest mitigation strategies.
  • Provide guidance on secure design in cloud environments.
  • Support the development of governance frameworks and controls.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus plan with potential payout up to double the target based on performance.
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with company share matching.
  • Comprehensive defined benefit pension plan offering guaranteed lifetime income.
  • Flexible pension offerings secured for long-term employee benefits.
  • Encouragement of candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Full Job Description

Salary range (but not limited to):

118,700 - 145,100

Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance):

15%

As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.

Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan.

Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well.


About the role

Are you passionate about cybersecurity and looking to make a significant impact in a new and dynamic environment? Join the Partner Solutions (PSI) team as a Security Advisor Specialist – GRC. As a Cybersecurity Advisor Specialist, you will play a critical role in advising projects and organizational initiatives to ensure security risks are identified, assessed, and addressed in alignment with internal policies, standards, and controls. You will act as a bridge between technical teams and cyber risk management, providing expert guidance to ensure secure and compliant solutions are implemented. This role requires a strong technical foundation to challenge and collaborate with IT teams, as well as a solid understanding of governance, risk, and compliance principles.


What you’ll do here:


  • Act as a trusted security advisor to project teams by assessing proposed solutions from a risk and control perspective.
  • Ensure technical implementations align with internal security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with architects and security advisors to embed security into solution design and delivery.
  • Conduct security risk assessments and control reviews for new and existing systems, applications, and infrastructure.
  • Identify gaps in security architecture and recommend practical mitigation strategies.
  • Provide guidance on secure design patterns, particularly in cloud and hybrid environments.
  • Support the development and maintenance of security governance frameworks, including policies, standards, and control libraries.
  • Participate in architecture reviews and security design assessments.
  • Collaborate with the security architect to document security positions and technical specifications.
  • Monitor emerging threats and evolving technologies to proactively address potential risks.
  • Clearly communicate risk findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What you bring to the table


  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including security advisory, architecture, or risk management roles.
  • Strong technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and security technologies.
  • Experience evaluating technical solutions for risk and compliance.
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, and internal control frameworks.
  • Ability to challenge and collaborate with technical teams on implementation decisions.
  • Understanding of IAM, encryption, network security, and secure system design.
  • Experience with risk assessment methodologies and tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and guide stakeholders at all levels.
  • Certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Azure Security certifications, or equivalent.
  • Ability to define and document standards, security positions, and procedures.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, teamwork-focused environment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives.
  • Bilingualism in French and English is required, given the need to interact regularly with colleagues and stakeholders across the country.
  • No Canadian work experience required; however, candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.



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Ce poste jouera un rôle essentiel au sein de notre équipe. | This position will fill an essential role in our team.

About Intact Financial Corporation

Intact Financial Corporation is a Canadian insurance company that provides property and casualty insurance to individuals and businesses. The company operates in Canada and the United States and offers a range of insurance products, including auto, home, and commercial insurance. Intact Financial Corporation was founded in 1809 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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