About the Role
As Director, Cybersecurity, you will lead the Security Operations team and partner with the CISO to advance the cybersecurity strategy, strengthen security posture, and support the secure adoption of AI and data technologies. You will combine technical expertise with collaborative leadership to build resilient security practices, guide critical initiatives, and help safeguard the organization's future.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coach the Cybersecurity Operations team.
- Oversee threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security operations.
- Strengthen AI and data security programs, including AISPM and DSPM initiatives.
- Partner with IT, Enterprise Architecture, and Data teams to manage emerging technology risks.
- Develop and enhance cybersecurity playbooks, controls, and response processes.
- Lead vendor assessments, selection, and onboarding, including MDR providers.
- Support the CISO in delivering cybersecurity, AI governance, and data security strategies.
- Develop meaningful KPIs and KRIs that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- CISSP designation; additional cybersecurity, cloud, or AI security certifications are an asset.
- 7+ years of progressive experience across cybersecurity operations, governance, risk, compliance, security architecture, and incident response.
- Demonstrated success leading, mentoring, and developing technical teams.
- Hands-on experience implementing and managing cybersecurity technologies and controls.
- Strong knowledge of industry frameworks such as NIST, CIS, PCI-DSS, and MITRE.
- Experience with Microsoft E5 security capabilities.
- Familiarity with AI and data security practices, governance frameworks, and emerging technologies.
- Proven ability to build trusted partnerships, influence stakeholders, and drive security outcomes.
Location
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 7+ years of progressive experience
Education Level
- CISSP designation
Salary/Compensations
- $162,100 - $194,500 per annum
Benefits
- Industry-leading benefits
- Mental health resources
- Savings programs
- One-time bonus towards a home office
About the Company
- CPA Ontario operates at a rare intersection, both regulator and membership body, responsible for upholding the integrity of the CPA designation while supporting more than 105,000 members and 19,000 students across the province.
- Our work sits between business and the public interest, between the evolving demands of industry and the standards that make trust possible.
- Careers built here tend to look different because the work itself is different. You are not simply contributing to an organization. You are helping shape a profession that touches nearly every sector of the economy at a moment when expectations, technology, and the nature of work are all being rewritten.
Equal Opportunity
- CPA Ontario is an inclusive employer.
- Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
- If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email accessibility@cpaontario.ca with “Accommodation Required” in the subject line to provide your contact information. A member of the Recruitment team will contact you within 48 hours.
