Architect, Solutions

Come work for a company that's committed to the success of each and every employee. A place where innovators and collaborators come together and build on each other's talents. Where diversity is welcomed  and celebrated.

FCT provides industry-leading title insurance, default solutions and other real estate related products and services to legal, lending, valuation and real estate professionals across Canada. With FCT, you will have the opportunity to build a meaningful career. Join us as we continue to do exciting work and make a big impact on our colleagues, customers and communities.

We are continually searching for great talent; individuals who possess a deep commitment to the customers and markets we serve. If you would like to join a company that is committed to the success of each employee and offers challenge, purpose and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a team-oriented environment, you'll enjoy a career with us We understand that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is critical for the success of our business, and we actively work towards it every day. 

HERE'S HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE:

• Design, develop, and implement end-to-end security architectures that support business initiatives while aligning with FCT's strategic, risk, and compliance objectives.
• Create detailed security architecture and design documentation covering networks, servers, endpoints, applications, data, identity, and cloud environments.
• Architect secure cloud solutions and guardrails, ensuring strong security controls, scalability, resilience, and cost-effective operations across cloud platforms.
• Define security strategies, reference architectures, and roadmaps; evaluate and select security technologies and cloud services that align with business and regulatory requirements.
• Lead security initiatives as the technical architect from concept through delivery, partnering with project managers, infrastructure, development, and operations teams to ensure on-time and on-budget execution.
• Design and oversee security automation and tooling (e.g., policy-as-code, CI/CD security controls, monitoring, and response) to improve operational efficiency and reduce risk.
• Integrate new security technologies into existing environments, ensuring compatibility, performance, and minimal disruption while addressing evolving threat landscapes.
• Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and security design reviews to ensure solutions meet enterprise security standards and best practices.
• Document security architectures, configurations, standards, and operational procedures to support ongoing operations, audits, and continuous improvement.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in security architecture, infrastructure, cloud security, or a related role, with demonstrated success designing and overseeing and implementing enterprise-grade security solutions.
• Strong expertise in security architecture across networks, servers, endpoints, identity, data, and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), with Azure security experience a great positive.
• Experience with cloud security controls, identity and access management (IAM), network security, encryption, logging, and security monitoring in hybrid and cloud-native environments.
• Good understanding of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, Zero Trust).
• Relevant security and cloud certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP, CCSP, or similar are highly desirable.
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex security concepts into clear business and technical guidance.

Total Direct Compensation:

Any pay range is in $CAD

HERE'S WHAT SETS US APART:  

Through mentoring, innovative tools, and a variety of programs that engage and reward, we empower each employee to be great and drive results.

• Comprehensive benefits that include Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Wellness Essentials

• Group retirement savings plan with company match

• Paid holidays and generous paid time off

• Hybrid work arrangements

• Paid volunteer opportunities and charitable donation matching

• Employee recognition programs that include referral incentives

• Potential for performance-based incentives 

• The opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan

• And more

*As per terms of the employment agreement

The Great Place to Work Institute has named FCT one of Canada's Top 50 Best Workplaces, Best Workplaces in Canada for Financial Services & Insurance, Best Workplaces in Canada for Women, Best Workplaces in Canada for Inclusion and Best Workplaces in Canada for Mental Wellness. We're also one of Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces in North America.

By joining us, you will not only be part of an award-winning organization, you will be part of a workforce that is engaged and empowered to succeed.

Thank you for considering FCT. We look forward to meeting you.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of FCT's hiring process.

To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply, please provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.

FCT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers, promotions, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment will be on the basis of the qualifications of the individual regardless of race, colour, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, handicap (including mental and physical disability), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, creed (religion), marital status, family status (being in a parent/child relationship), age, or any other basis prohibited by the applicable provincial or federal human rights legislation.