Job Description
Overview
Equitable Bank, Canada's challenger bank, is on a mission to redefine banking through innovation. With over 125 billion $ in assets under management and a strategy that places digital innovation, regulatory compliance, and customer trust at its core, we serve more than 670,000 people across Canada. Our EQ Bank digital platform has been named one of the world’s best banks by Forbes.
We are looking for a Senior Data Security Consultant to design, implement, and maintain robust data protection strategies across our digital ecosystem. The role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of both structured and unstructured data by applying governance frameworks, access controls, classification standards, and retention policies.
Key Responsibilities
Establish Structured Data Security Guidelines – define and enforce security protocols for databases and structured data repositories.
Assess and Pilot Database Security Tools – evaluate existing and emerging tools for database protection and lead proof‑of‑concept initiatives.
Enhance Data Classification Controls – implement labeling and classification mechanisms for structured data and cloud‑based file servers.
Develop Unstructured Data Security Guidelines – create and maintain security standards for platforms including SharePoint, Azure Files, and OneDrive.
Lead Fileserver Migration Projects – oversee migration initiatives to SharePoint, ensuring implementation of access controls and sensitivity labels on new sites.
Conduct SharePoint Access Audits – perform access reviews and audits across designated SharePoint sites to identify and remediate risks.
Strengthen Data Access Governance – collaborate with infrastructure and business teams to ensure robust access governance.
Implement Data Retention Policies – define and apply retention standards across Exchange, Teams, Copilot, OneDrive, and SharePoint platforms.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
Minimum of seven years of experience in data security governance or related roles.
Expertise in Azure data security, including both structured (e.g., Azure SQL, Dataverse) and unstructured (e.g., Azure Files, Blob Storage) environments.
Strong knowledge of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams).
Experience with database security tools and classification frameworks.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks – PIPEDA, GDPR, OSFI guidelines, NIST standards.
Ability to leverage AI capabilities to enhance data security operations, automate governance processes, and improve risk detection and response.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are a plus.
Proficient in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
Adaptability to constantly changing technical, regulatory, and compliance environments.
Strong verbal and written skills to interact with all employees, including executives.
Experience in banking or financial services is an asset.
Creativity in solving technical problems.
Benefits
Competitive discretionary bonus.
Market‑leading RRSP match program.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
Employee Share Purchase Plan.
Maternity/Parental top‑up while you care for your little one.
Generous vacation policy and personal days.
Virtual events to connect with colleagues.
Annual professional development allowance and a comprehensive career development program.
Location: Hybrid – primarily in Toronto, ON, at Equitable Bank’s office located at
2200‑25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON .
Equitable Bank is deeply committed to inclusion and the growth of all employees. We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and will accommodate any disability or accommodation needs during the hiring process.
All candidates must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire.
Key Skills
ISO 27001, Azure, Ruby, Risk Management, Node.js, PCI, NIST Standards, Salt, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, SIEM, Oracle, Amazon S3, Snowflake.
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