Director, Security Architecture & Engineering, Information & Corporate Security

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JR00060**Make an impact at a global and dynamic investment organization**When you join CPP Investments, you are joining one of the world’s most admired and respected institutional investors. As a professional investment management organization, CPP Investments invests the funds of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) to help ensure its financial sustainability for generations of working and retired Canadians.CPP Investments invests across regions and asset classes to build a globally diversified portfolio. It holds assets in public equity, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and fixed income, and the CPP Fund is projected to reach $3.6trillion in assets by 2050. The organization is headquartered in Toronto with offices in Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New York City, São Paulo, and Sydney.CPP Investments successfully attracts, selects, and retains talented individuals from top-tier institutions worldwide. Join our team for access to:* Stimulating work in a fast-paced and intellectually challenging environment* Accelerated exposure and responsibility* Global career development opportunities* Diverse and inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders* A hybrid-flexible work environment with an emphasis on in-person collaboration* A culture rooted in principles of integrity, partnership, and high performance* An organization with an important social purpose that positively impacts livesIf you have a passion for performance, value a collegial and collaborative culture, and approach work with the highest integrity, invest your career here.**Role Summary:**We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Security Architecture and Engineering to lead and expand our security engineering and architecture efforts. This pivotal role will take on a broad scope of responsibilities to further strengthen our organization's security posture. The ideal candidate will be a strategic and technical leader, responsible for driving the definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of our security architecture and engineering practices across the organization.**Accountabilities & Qualifications:****Key Responsibilities:*** Serve as the strategic leader for the security architecture and engineering team, providing direction and mentorship to a talented group of security professionals. Assist in shaping and executing the long-term security strategy.* Lead the design and implementation of robust security architectures, ensuring they align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Oversee the integration of security controls across all technology environments.* Spearhead the development and execution of a comprehensive cloud security strategy, ensuring our cloud environments are resilient, scalable, and secure.* Continuously evaluate emerging security technologies, trends, and standards. Drive innovation and adoption of new security solutions that mitigate potential risks and align with the organization's risk tolerance.* Conduct and oversee thorough security assessments, providing expert analysis and recommendations to stakeholders. Ensure that security risks are identified, communicated, and effectively mitigated.* Collaborate with technology, operations, and business teams to integrate security by design principles into all stages of development and operations. Effectively communicate security risks, strategies, and initiatives to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.* Drive the design and implementation of security platforms, automation capabilities, and operational use cases to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of security operations.## ## Qualifications**Education:*** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.* CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent industry certifications.**Experience:*** A minimum of 15 years of experience in security architecture, engineering, or a related information security role.* At least 4 years of leadership experience within a security architecture or engineering team.* Experience within the financial services sector, particularly in Canada, is preferred.**Additional Skills:*** Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and engage a diverse range of stakeholders.* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on practical implementation.* Ability to work collaboratively across various teams and departments.* A passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest in cybersecurity trends and technologiesVisit ourorfollow uson**.**At CPP Investments, we are committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability.We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process.**Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity:**In addition to being dedicated to building a workforce that reflects diverse talent, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible experience. If you require an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms, etc.), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.**Disclaimer:**CPP Investments does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Our recruitment supplier arrangements are restricted to specific hiring needs and do not include this or other web-site job postings. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by CPP Investments to provide resumes to this posting or web-site will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered. CPP Investments will not pay any referral, placement or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.#LI-ONSITE**Competitive benefits**

We offer a comprehensive package that goes beyond the basics. From health and wellness plans to performance-based bonuses, we aim to recognize your contributions in meaningful ways and support what matters to you, both at work and beyond.

**Career Development**

We take growth seriously: yours and ours. At CPP Investments, you’ll find opportunities to learn new skills, take on fresh challenges, and explore roles across teams and geographies. We support career paths that aren’t one-size-fits-all, because we know development looks different for everyone.

**Wellbeing**

We’re serious about supporting your wellbeing. That includes access to mental health resources, wellness programs, and work arrangements that offer flexibility where it makes sense. We know that when life and work are in balance, everyone benefits.For 25 years, we’ve proudly invested the Canada Pension Plan Fund, helping to secure retirement for more than 22 million Canadians.

Our success is powered by people. We support our colleagues with programs that promote well-being, encourage growth, and reward excellence—because impact begins with empowerment.

Guided by Integrity, Partnership, and High Performance, we keep our promises, own our setbacks, and collaborate for shared success.

We operate on a global scale, but our purpose remains close to home. #J-18808-Ljbffr