Senior Cyber Security Manager to lead a security and identity team, bringing strong hands-on

Our client requires a Senior Cyber Security Manager to lead a security and identity team, bringing strong hands-on Microsoft/Azure expertise to guide technical delivery, strengthen operations, and drive cybersecurity strategy.

Permanent position in Calgary / 3-days-in-office requirement

Outstanding permanent opportunity to join a great team, make an impact, and take your career to the next level.

Must Have:

• 8+ years of progressive IT/Security experience, including experience moving from a hands-on technical role into leadership.
• 3+ years leading or supervising security, identity, infrastructure security, or related technical teams; candidates currently at a Team Lead/Supervisor level ready to step into management will be considered.
• Strong hands-on Microsoft and Azure security experience, with the technical depth to guide and challenge the team.
• Experience managing a medium to large enterprise environment rather than primarily working within a small organization.
• Strong understanding of networking and IT infrastructure, with the ability to work closely with Infrastructure and other technical leaders.
• Proven ability to lead teams, work with senior stakeholders, manage vendors, and communicate security risks and priorities to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Microsoft Defender, Azure security services, Entra ID/Identity, and XDR.
• Experience leading both Cyber Security and Identity functions.
• Experience with cybersecurity strategy development, transformation, or program optimization.
• Experience working with Internal Audit, Legal, Finance, HR, or regulatory/compliance teams on security matters.
• CISSP, CISM, or relevant Microsoft/Azure security certifications.
• Experience working with project managers and delivering security initiatives across a complex enterprise environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 8–10 across Cyber Security and Identity, providing technical direction and day-to-day leadership.
• Oversee security operations, optimize team processes and capabilities, and provide hands-on technical guidance when required.
• Partner closely with the Infrastructure Manager and other IT leaders on Azure, Microsoft security, networking, infrastructure, and security initiatives.
• Work across Finance, Internal Audit, Legal, HR, Internal Communications, vendors, and project teams to manage security requirements, risks, and deliverables.
• Help execute the organization’s security strategy reset, translating strategic priorities into practical plans, initiatives, and key deliverables.