Bilingual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at LeverageTek Staffing Solutions — NeverHard

LeverageTek IT Solutions is actively seeking a Bilingual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for a permanent, full-time position with its Ottawa-based customer. This is a senior executive-level opportunity for a seasoned cybersecurity leader who is passionate about protecting organizational assets, driving security strategy, and building a culture of cyber resilience. Candidates must be located in the Ottawa area and able to work onsite in a hybrid capacity. Key Tasks Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's enterprise-wide Information Security strategy, framework, and roadmap Provide executive-level leadership and direction for all cybersecurity programs, policies, and initiatives across the organization Ensure information security investments and initiatives are aligned with business strategies, regulatory requirements, and organizational priorities Lead and oversee security operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and risk remediation Collaborate with executive leadership, business unit leaders, and IT stakeholders to embed security practices across all functions Oversee security architecture, design reviews, and the evaluation and implementation of security technologies and solutions Develop and manage the information security budget, including cost estimation, resource planning, and vendor expenditure oversight Direct the organization's compliance posture across applicable regulatory and legislative frameworks (e.g., Privacy Act, PIPEDA, ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2) Lead and manage security risk assessments, threat modeling, and enterprise risk management activities Oversee identity and access management (IAM), data governance, and data protection programs Manage security vendor relationships, RFP development, and cybersecurity-related contracts and service agreements Lead the development and delivery of security awareness training and education programs across the organization Establish and maintain incident response plans, business continuity plans, and disaster recovery strategies Provide regular reporting on the organization's security posture to executive leadership and the Board of Directors Manage personnel administration including cybersecurity team hiring, performance, and professional development Act as the primary point of contact for security audits, regulatory examinations, and external assessments Key Qualifications Minimum 10-15 years of progressive experience in information security, cybersecurity leadership, or a related field, with demonstrated success at a senior or executive level Recent and demonstrated experience developing and implementing enterprise cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps Experience establishing and managing security governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures with a proven track record leading and managing multi-disciplinary cybersecurity teams in complex environments Bilingualism (English and French) is mandatory — advanced reading and oral proficiency in both languages is required Qualifications Experience in cybersecurity risk management, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response Experience developing and managing information security policies, standards, and control frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls) Experience in security architecture, cloud security, network security, and application security Experience leading compliance programs related to applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks (e.g., Privacy Act, PIPEDA, SOC 2, PCI-DSS) Experience in security budget administration, resource planning, and personnel administration Experience managing vendors, contractors, and/or managed security service providers (MSSPs) Experience in identity and access management (IAM), data loss prevention (DLP), and endpoint protection Experience conducting and overseeing security audits, penetration testing oversight, and third-party risk assessments Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms and security operations toolsn Experience in business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR) Experience in software development lifecycle (SDLC) security, DevSecOps practices, and cloud security frameworks (asset) Experience with Zero Trust architecture and implementation (asset) Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and enterprise IT governance tools (asset) University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field Relevant professional certifications strongly preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or equivalent Compensation $160,000 – $200,000 CAD per year Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications This is an existing position vacancy. About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions Founded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes. Don’t let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management. LeverageTek is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our customers, the candidates we represent, and the diverse communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other. LeverageTek is committed to employment equity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, and marital status. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. LeverageTek's specialized recruiting professionals use their expertise and our proprietary AI to accelerate connections between top talent and leading companies, while ensuring all screening and hiring decisions remain with our expert human team. #J-18808-Ljbffr