Cybersecurity Architect

At IMCO, our talent is among the best IMCO offers a uniquely stimulating and rewarding environment where you can help build and drive organizational transformation, all while seeking to challenge yourself, learn, and grow your career.

Our culture is built on collaboration and passion, with a shared commitment to delivering lasting value to the clients we serve. Located in downtown Toronto, our vision is to be the partner of choice for Ontario's public sector funds and to build a high-performing, value-driven asset management firm.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. If you are ready to deliver best-in-class service and join a collaborative, motivated and fun team of professionals, IMCO offers the opportunity to do impactful work and broaden your expertise.

If you're looking to use your expertise to drive strategic outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
 

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IMCO is looking for a Cybersecurity Cloud Architect with a passion for cybersecurity and cloud technologies to join our forward-thinking Cyber team

At IMCO, we embrace a Cloud-First approach and Cybersecurity Excellence in our technology solutions, prioritizing agile, optimized productivity, and enhanced performance to accelerate our market presence. The Cyber Security Cloud Architect will be pivotal in unifying our IT landscape by developing and maintaining a high-level design plan that integrates cybersecurity best practices with our overall logical and technical IT architecture. This role demands advanced technical leadership and consulting expertise across the organization, influencing strategic decision-making, project planning, and execution to align system architecture with IT strategy and cybersecurity imperatives.

The Cyber Security Cloud Architect will champion the integration of cyber cloud controls, DevSecOps methodologies, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and Policy as Code (PaC) practices, ensuring robust security postures within our cloud environments. Deep expertise in the Microsoft Security Stack is essential to designing secure and resilient architectures that support our digital transformation and cloud adoption goals.

As a Member of Our Team You Will be Responsible For:

Strategy & Planning

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of IMCO's strategic business plans, focusing on cybersecurity implications.

• Provide architectural consulting expertise, emphasizing secure cloud solutions and DevSecOps practices.

• Evaluate and enhance IMCO's existing IT architecture with a cybersecurity lens, ensuring the integration of Microsoft Security Stack components.

• Develop and document cybersecurity-focused IT architecture options, including cost/benefit analyses and risk assessments.

• Advocate for cybersecurity considerations within the enterprise architecture to support business strategy.

• Develop, document, and enforce cybersecurity standards policies, conducting research on emerging threats and secure technologies.

• Design and oversee the implementation of end-to-end integrated systems with embedded security controls.

• Ensure alignment between IT architecture domains, focusing on secure and compliant solutions.

Operational Management

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define business requirements, emphasizing cybersecurity in systems development.

• Review IT projects and designs for compliance with cybersecurity standards and architectural plans.

• Collaborate closely with the MSSP to validate adherence to IMCO's cybersecurity standards, drive continuous improvement in detection and response capabilities, and ensure timely escalation and resolution of security events.

• Mentor and provide guidance on cybersecurity best practices to junior team members.

What you need to succeed:

• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with a focus on cybersecurity, or equivalent work experience.

• 10+ years of relevant work experience, with at least 5 years as an Enterprise Architect specializing in cybersecurity.

• CISSP, CISM, CSA, AZ-500, or equivalent security certifications.

• Demonstrated experience in architecting secure technical landscapes, systems design, and development within cloud environments.

• Proficiency in the architectural principles of cloud-based platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) with a cybersecurity perspective.

• Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud technologies, the Microsoft Security Stack, and Palo Alto Networks technologies.

• Knowledge in security AI-enabled application and GenAI security and controls

• Familiarity with implementing/managing security controls for Enterprise Data Warehouses (Snowflake, Databricks) is an asset

• Experience with IaC automation tools (Terraform)

• Strong experience with CI/CD platforms (AzureDevOps, Github, etc)

• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman) with a focus on security architecture.

• Expertise in Information security and cyber frameworks (NIST CSF 2.0. ISO 27xxx)

• Strong understanding of DevSecOps, IaC, and PaC practices.

• Solid knowledge of network security technologies, hardware platforms, and operating systems.

• Proven project planning and management experience, with a track record of delivering secure IT solutions.

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We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our hybrid work model prioritizes an office-first approach, encouraging employees to make the most of our collaborative workspace at 16 York Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, ON M5J 0E6. This welcoming environment fosters teamwork, connection, and professional growth. While flexibility remains a key component of our model, we believe that regular in-office engagement enhances productivity and strengthens our culture. Our approach supports a fulfilling lifestyle that balances professional ambition with personal wellbeing.

IMCO is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support parts of our recruitment process, such as screening and assessments. However, all hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. Candidates being considered for this position will be required to undergo background screening.