Information Security Specialist

Post Date

Apr 02, 2025

Location

Toronto,
Ontario

ZIP/Postal Code

M5R3K4
Canada
Jun 27, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Security Engineering

Req #

TOR-772536

Pay Rate

$50 - $62 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Information Security Risk Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating information security risks within our organization. This role requires a deep understanding of risk management frameworks, regulatory compliance, and emerging security technologies.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct risk assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOX, BASEL).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement risk management strategies and enhance security measures.
- Monitor and analyze security threats and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and best practices.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to risk management processes, policies, and procedures.
- Provide training and awareness programs for staff regarding information security and risk management.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in risk management, information security, or compliance roles.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
- Experience with cloud security and risk management in environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CRISC).
- Familiarity with governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) tools.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.