Director, Technology, Data & Cybersecurity

Position Overview

CDEV is seeking a

Director, Technology, Data & Cybersecurity

to own our enterprise IT and data strategy, cybersecurity posture, and delivery of reliable, secure technology services across CDEV and certain of its selected subsidiaries. The Director will lead our Managed Services Provider (MSP), steward our Microsoft 365/Azure environment, work closely with the executive leadership in implementing digital and AI strategies and technologies, look for technology-driven efficiency opportunities, and drive the overall technological aspects of CDEV’s modernization initiative (cybersecurity, data governance, ERP implementation, tool and vendor assessment and management) to supports the organization’s growth and accountability. This position will collaborate extensively with Finance and Strategic/Operational teams, sharing significant responsibilities with both the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), who leads CDEV’s Technology, Data and AI capabilities, and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The selected candidate will be based in either Toronto or Ottawa, currently with a hybrid work option. Responsibilities

Working closely with the CAO and CFO, define and execute a 3-year enterprise IT, Data, AI and Cybersecurity strategy and roadmap aligned to CDEV’s corporate plan and mission; prioritize secure-by-design, resilience, and cost efficiency. Own cloud-first architecture (Microsoft 365/Azure/Intune/Defender/Huntress), identity & access management, endpoint strategy, and collaboration platforms (SharePoint/Teams). Establish standards for solution selection, vendor and implementation partner management and selection. Provide advice and insights to senior leadership on any major project and platform considerations. Data & Analytics

Define, operationalize and manage data governance policies and data quality controls to ensure data is discoverable, usable and trusted across CDEV. Partner with Finance to advance the enterprise data & reporting stack (e.g., consolidation/close tooling, Power BI, data governance, data quality controls). Own M365 information architecture, retention, and e-discovery; strengthen structured/unstructured data governance to support audits and ATIP. Serve as CDEV’s cybersecurity lead: mature capabilities against NIST CSF, drive data classification, continuously enhance environment hardening, and manage phishing testing & awareness. Build and maintain information security policies, standards, and playbooks aligned with Financial Administration Act/Treasury Board (FAA/TB) requirements and the Office of the Auditor General’s (OAG) expectations. Track and report control effectiveness to ELT and the Audit Committee. Own incident response, vulnerability management, vendor security reviews, and privacy/records practices in concert with Legal/ATIP. (The current team already supports ATIP workflows.) Work closely with, and leverage as appropriate, the offerings of the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS) to ensure CDEV remains protected in an effective and cost-efficient manner. Service Delivery & MSP Governance

Lead day-to-day IT operations via a Managed Services Provider; set SLAs/SLOs, run QBRs, and monitor service health, cost, and user satisfaction. Oversee asset lifecycle (laptops, software, licenses), endpoint compliance, secure configuration baselines, and change/release practices (ITIL-aligned). Ensure resilient core services: identity, email, collaboration, remote access, endpoint management, backups/recovery, and DR. Oversee external website operations, ensuring security, accessibility, and reliable publishing in collaboration with Communications. Resilience, Continuity & Audit

Maintain Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (BCP/DR) for critical systems; execute annual testing and remediation. Prepare and present regular IT/cyber updates to the CAO, CFO, and Board/Audit Committee, including risk posture, KPIs, and audit tracking (at a minimum, the Board/Audit Committee receive annual IT & cybersecurity updates). Leadership & Budget

Lead a small internal team; coach for growth and cross-training; manage MSP/contractors. Own the IT operating and capital budgets; forecast total cost of ownership, negotiate contracts, and ensure value for money. Key Skills and Attributes

Education & Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems/Computer Science (or related); graduate degree an asset. Security : CISSP or CISM (or equivalent senior experience). Cloud : Microsoft Azure/365 certifications strongly preferred. ITIL

(Foundation or higher) preferred;

PMP

an asset. Experience

5-8+ years progressive IT leadership with hands-on ownership of Microsoft 365/Azure environments in a security-sensitive, regulated, or public-sector/Crown context. Demonstrated success governing an MSP, setting/meeting SLAs, and running service reviews. (CDEV’s current model uses an MSP.) Track record maturing cyber programs against frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF) and delivering hardening initiatives (e.g., phishing programs, geo/USB blocking, conditional access). Experience implementing data governance (classification, retention, e-discovery) and partnering with Legal/ATIP. Leading platform change (ERP/GL, reporting, integrations) and managing vendor selections/procurements. Skills & Attributes

Strategic yet hands-on; able to architect, decide, and deliver in a lean team. Connects technology & cybersecurity needs to enterprise-level strategy and decision-making. Strong risk lens with pragmatic security enablement for business outcomes. Excellent stakeholder management and able to provide clear, non-technical communication to executive team, Board/Audit Committee, and other senior audiences. Proven team builder who coaches, elevates standards, and drives measurable improvement. Change Leader who influences and informs modernization and process improvements across CDEV. Demonstrates sound ethics, judgment, and responsibility for financial accuracy and transparency. Why Join CDEV

CDEV plays a vital role in managing some of Canada’s most complex and high-profile investments and transactions on behalf of the Government of Canada. Joining CDEV means contributing to national economic and strategic outcomes through rigorous financial management, public accountability, and stewardship of billions of dollars in public assets. This is an opportunity to shape the next stage of CDEV’s governance and to lead a dynamic, collaborative, and dynamic team within a rapidly growing organization at the intersection of finance, public policy, and strategic investment. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, and we will work with you if you require accessibility accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, provided that you let us know of your needs in advance. Note that only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Application Process

Submit your application here: https://cdev.applytojobs.ca/cdev+corporate+services/45301

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