Senior Director of IT Security & Compliance (10+ years) to oversee and execute on a global governance program for IT security

Our valued client is seeking a Senior Director of IT Security & Compliance (10+ years) to oversee and execute on a global governance program for IT security

Permanent position, fully on-site in Downtown Gatineau

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of global IT security policies, procedures, and standards, with a special focus on operational technology (OT) and ICS environments
• Oversee the design and execution of a global IT security governance framework, including risk assessments, audits, compliance programs, and controls specific to ICS security
• Collaborate with senior management and key stakeholders to ensure the organization adheres to critical security regulations, including SOCI security, NIST, ISA 62443, CSS, and other relevant industry standards
• Drive compliance initiatives related to IT security and ICS, ensuring that cybersecurity measures are embedded across the full operational lifecycle of control systems in the organization
• Oversee risk management efforts and ensure the organization meets or exceeds the security requirements set forth by regulatory bodies, including those for critical infrastructure protection
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop security measures and integrate them into the lifecycle of control systems, operational technology, and IT environments
• Manage and respond to security incidents, ensuring that appropriate measures are taken for remediation in accordance with incident response plans

Must Haves:

• 10+ years of experience in IT security, compliance, or risk management
• 5+ years in a leadership role focused on operational security and compliance (ICS, OT, etc.).
• Strong operational understanding of IT security, ICS cybersecurity, and compliance frameworks.
• Expertise in regulatory compliance: NIST, ISA 62443, SOCI, CSS and ability to implement security controls across diverse environments.
• Proficiency in aligning engineering, IT, and financial operations with global security requirements.

Nice to Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Accounting and Finance (a combination of technical and financial background is highly valued)