IT Security Manager

Who you are

You are a service-oriented individual who is excited to be a part of a fast-growing organization that enables the best to be even better. As a self-motivated and experienced IT Security Manager working in a busy IT department, you seek the opportunity to provide your expertise and drive change within an exciting industry. You take ownership of implementing and managing cutting-edge technologies, ensuring the highest standards of security. You love working in a collaborative team environment but also enjoy your autonomy to accomplish tasks and provide excellent service to our Support Centre team members. Driven by excellence and keeping abreast of industry security trends and developments, you are eager to contribute to the success of one of Canada's Best Managed companies.

Located at dentalcorp's Toronto Support Centre and reporting to the Director, IT Operations. The ideal candidate would possess a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and experience in cyber security.

Role Overview

• Manage the security operations team, while fostering a culture of accountability, professional development, high performance, and ethical behaviours
• Align standards, frameworks and security with the overall business and technology strategy
• Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats to the business
• Identify security design gaps in Dentalcorp's existing security posture and propose architectural enhancements or changes
• Work with members of the security team to investigate and bring to a close security breaches and cyber security incidents.
• Work closely with internal teams and third-party providers to ensure seamless integration and effectiveness of security technologies and processes
• Own and manage various security technologies to ensure the highest standard of security
• Own and manage vulnerability management, including performing monthly Microsoft patch scans and quarterly vulnerability assessments, reporting results to management, and championing the remediation process.
• Attend Change Advisory Board meetings to ensure that changes requested do not expose dentalcorp to undue risk
• Develop, improve and manage data-driven metrics reporting on key performance indicators including anti-virus statistics, management of cyber incidents and operational activities
• Facilitate financial and regulatory IT audits, drive PCI/PPI compliance, and achieve high service level availability through regular security monitoring, scanning, and audit coordination

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in security architecture, demonstrating solutions delivery, principles and emerging technologies, designing and implementing security solutions including continuous monitoring and making improvements to those solutions.
• A professional certification (or suitable compensating experience) in the audit (CISA, etc) or security field (CISSP or CISM for instance)
• Familiarity in any of the traditional audit frameworks (COBiT, SOC Type II)
• Strong experience in privacy regulations (PIPEDA, HIPAA, CASL or equivalent)
• Exposure to forensic toolkits with a particular emphasis on IT-related knowledge
• Proven success at traditional and Agile project management software development methodologies, strong time management skills, interpersonal and conflict resolution & management expertise
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
• A strong ability to influence and discuss complex technology problems in business language
• Must be an excellent and polished communicator who may be called upon to create and present materials to senior leadership
• The ideal candidate will be a fast-learning multi-tasker with the ability to adjust his/her outlook and leadership style to respond to quickly changing business priorities and the ability to seize opportunities to improve our technology processes and footprint while managing multiple demands concurrently

About Dentalcorp

Dentalcorp is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of dental practices, committed to advancing the overall well-being of Canadians by delivering the best clinical outcomes and unforgettable experiences. Dentalcorp acquires leading dental practices, uniting its network in a common goal: to be Canada's most trusted healthcare network. Leveraging its industry-leading technology, know-how and scale, Dentalcorp offers professionals the unique opportunity to retain their clinical autonomy while unlocking their potential for future growth.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. At Dentalcorp, we recognize that inclusivity and diversity strengthen our culture and make us better. We are committed to ensuring that the talent we hire is reflective of the diverse communities and patients we serve. To ensure equal opportunity for all candidates, we strongly encourage applicants requiring an accommodation to let their recruiter know during the recruitment/selection process. We appreciate all applicants for taking the time to apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.