Senior Network Security Architect

Akkodis is partnered with a leading FinTech who specialize in payment processing. They're looking to recruit a Senior Network Security Architect here in Toronto.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive network security architecture that aligns with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and key business & strategic goals.

Reporting to the VP, Information Security, you will collaborate across teams to integrate security into the IT Strategy, develop & enforce best practices, and lead the adoption of Zero Trust Principles.

Key Responsibilities include :

• Security Architecture : Lead the design and implementation of network security architectures, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and strategic objectives.
• Network Segmentation & Compliance : Develop network segmentation strategies to align with PCI DSS and other industry regulations, minimizing risk and enhancing security.
• Zero Trust : Drive Zero Trust initiatives, including least privilege access, continuous monitoring, and real-time threat detection, to create a secure-by-design network.
• Advanced Security Tools : Oversee configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of firewalls, IDS / IPS, VPNs, SIEM, and encryption protocols, proactively defending against threats.
• Collaborate & Influence : Serve as a network security advocate and communicate effectively with architecture, infrastructure and business teams to gain buy-in on network security requirements.
• Hands-on leadership : Be ready to dive in hands-on when needed, provide guidance, own the network security requirements from start to finish, aid in implementations, resolve road blocks, and more.
• Policy Development : Establish, update, and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to protect network infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a combination of the below skills :

Experience : 10+ years in information security with at least 7 years focused on network security architecture and infrastructure.

Ability to design high-level solutions while remaining technology agnostic.

• Technical Skills : Expertise in firewalls, IDS / IPS, VPNs, SIEM, encryption protocols, and hands-on experience with frameworks such as NIST, PCI-DSS, and ISO 27001.
• Zero Trust & Compliance : Proven experience leading Zero Trust implementations and ensuring regulatory compliance across large, complex network environments.
• Communication & Influence : Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical professionals, fostering collaboration, gaining buy-in, influencing direction, strategy & plans.
• Educational Background : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant Certifications : CCSP, ZTCA, CCIE, CISSP, or similar would be considered an asset!

If you're interested in learning more or if you would like to discuss any other Senior Network Security related roles, don't hesitate to apply today!