Business Development Bank of Canada

SENIOR BUSINESS ADVISOR, CYBERSECURITY, ADVISORY SERVICES - Calgary

Business Development Bank of Canada • $100K — $120K *
Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, IT, or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a consulting firm focusing on cybersecurity risk management.
  • Experience implementing frameworks like ISO 27001, SOC2, PCI DSS, NIST CSF; ISO 42001 is a bonus.
  • Training in privacy security and internal auditing.
  • Strong client service orientation and ability to deliver value.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver standard and customized advisory services to clients.
  • Manage project delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and quality standards.
  • Act as a subject matter expert, keeping up with market trends to enhance practice offerings.
  • Support business development initiatives by identifying client needs and customizing proposals.
  • Collaborate with Client Partners to share knowledge and uncover new project opportunities.
  • Contribute to marketing efforts by developing outreach content and promoting practices.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Dynamic work environment focused on innovation and quality.
  • Collaborative team culture that values diverse perspectives.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Business Advisor, Cybersecurity in BDC Advisory Services, delivers standard and customized advisory services projects for a specific practice, with a focus on professional, high-quality solutions that help entrepreneurs develop their business. He or she manages project delivery; provides subject matter expertise and, occasionally, sales support; and helps promote the practice's offering.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

  • Deliver standard and customized advisory services projects.
  • Provide an extensive offering of impactful services to targeted entrepreneurs. The focus will be on delivering professional, high-quality solutions that help entrepreneurs develop their business.
  • Manage project delivery by monitoring project scope, budget, schedule and objectives, and perform quality assurance on projects and deliverables.
  • Serve as a "subject matter expert" and stay current on market trends to support the development and evolution of practice solutions and tools.
  • Contribute to business development.
  • Provide sales support by performing client need diagnostics and providing input for custom proposals.
  • Work closely with Client Partners to help transfer knowledge and expertise, define scope, deliver projects, uncover opportunities, and sell new mandates.
  • Contribute to the practice outreach activities by developing marketing content and helping to promote the offering.


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BAA), IT or related professional designation (Master's degree in related field would be an asset).
  • Minimum of 5 years in a consulting firm, with experience in implementing risk management frameworks specifically in cybersecurity.
  • Training or significant experience in implementing frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC2, PCI DSS, NIST CSF or other, ISO 42001 (nice to have)
  • Privacy security training
  • Internal auditor training
  • In-depth subject matter expertise.
  • Ability to develop pragmatic solutions that are relevant in a SME business environment and to provide strategic coaching to the business, as required.
  • Strong client and customer service orientation, with a clear focus on delivering value to the client.
  • Proven ability to manage and deliver standard and custom consulting projects.
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices in the context of delivering services to clients.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, as well as an ability to participate in outreach, promotion and business development activities.
  • Teamwork, collaboration and relationship-building skills.
  • Bilingualism in English & French (an asset).
  • Travel within a limited geographic area, with occasional travel to other locations across Canada, if required.

About Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a federal Crown corporation that provides financing, advisory services, and capital to Canadian businesses. The bank was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. BDC offers a range of financial services, including loans, venture capital, and consulting services. The bank focuses on small and medium-sized businesses, and has a particular emphasis on supporting entrepreneurs and startups. BDC has offices across Canada and works with businesses in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, and services.
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Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
* Ladders Estimates

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