Information Security Advisor – Risk Management
Are you driven by information security, proactive risk management, and creating sustainable value, and eager to contribute to the mission of a company that protects the financial future of its clients? As an Information Security Advisor – Risk Management, you will play a key role in supporting IT delivery teams and business partners to ensure secure, pragmatic, and business-aligned technology solutions.
This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
As an Information Security Advisor – Risk Management, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:
Advise IT delivery teams and business partners on integrating security requirements and risk management best practices into technology initiatives
Provide advisory support throughout the design, implementation, operation, and evolution phases of technology solutions
Assess risks related to technology solutions, data, and business processes
Formulate pragmatic, actionable recommendations tailored to diverse technological and business contexts
Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization’s cybersecurity posture and the maturity of teams
Act as a trusted partner for technical and business stakeholders
Leverage, when relevant, artificial intelligence tools (e.g., Copilot, generative AI) to support analysis, documentation, and process optimization
We’re looking for someone who:
Holds a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, Data Science, or an equivalent academic background
Has a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in information security, technology, or risk management
Demonstrates strong expertise in information security frameworks, principles, and practices (CISSP, CCSP, or CRISC certifications are considered assets)
Is recognized for their ability to influence, communicate clearly, and provide advisory guidance without formal authority
Demonstrates rigor, objectivity, autonomy, flexibility, tolerance for ambiguity, and a strong commitment to continuous learning
Is known for their ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with vendors and external partners
Experience with or interest in using artificial intelligence tools (e.g., Copilot, generative AI) to support analysis, writing, or process optimization (an asset).
An advanced level of French proficiency is required, as the role involves participating in meetings, drafting emails and documentation, and collaborating weekly with French-speaking internal teams, partners, and vendors.
Charter of the French language clause: Intermediate level of English proficiency is required, as the role involves participating in meetings, drafting emails and documentation, and collaborating weekly with English-speaking internal teams, partners, and vendors.
· A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
· A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
· The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
· Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!
Still unsure about applying? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!
iA Financial Group
iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.
With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.
At iA, we’re invested in you.
At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.
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