Senior Specialist, IT Security Risk Management
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Posted January 22, 2026
101639.3 - 127049.13 CAD
Full Time
About the Company
The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.
Job Description
The Senior Specialist, IT Security & Risk Management is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining security policies, controls, and risk management practices that safeguard the organization’s information systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in IT security, risk management, or related roles.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer (an asset).
- Strong understanding of security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001), cloud security, and risk methodologies.
- Experience with SIEM, vulnerability management tools, EDR, IAM, and cloud environments (Azure).
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‐solving skills.
Benefits
- Annual Paid vacation
- Annual individual performance incentive
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one
- Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more
- An inclusive workplace culture and environment