Manager, Security Architecture

TEAM LOCAL is hiring

Built on more than 75 years of service in local communities, Prospera Credit Union is a community-based, purpose-driven organization that offers a full range of financial products and services.

Prospera is one of the largest credit unions in British Columbia, with approximately $7.5 billion in assets and 120,000 members.

With 26 branches, Prospera is proud to serve communities throughout the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and Okanagan. It's our vision to help build vibrant, healthy communities, thriving local enterprises and financially empowered people.

Learn more about us at prospera.ca.

We are recruiting for a talented Manager, Security Architecture to join our team. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and have the expertise to make a difference, read on! You'll lead a team of skilled cybersecurity architects and engineers.

Your mission? Design, implement, and maintain robust security solutions. You will be pivotal in ensuring Prospera's information systems, applications, and infrastructure are built and operated securely, aligning with industry best practices and compliance requirements.

You will also work collaboratively with the Architecture Design Council (ADC) and other governance teams, such as Data Governance to champion the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework (CSF) and other NIST Standards into Prospera's Enterprise Architecture and Design Principles.

What you'll do :

• Develop and maintain Prospera's security architecture framework, ensuring it aligns with business objectives and industry standards.
• Lead the design and review of secure network architectures, systems, applications, and cloud-based environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security requirements into the software development lifecycle and infrastructure deployment processes.
• Ensure concepts such as Zero-Trust and Least Privilege and Data Protection standards are integrated into Prospera design standards.
• Ensure environments, such as Cloud and Mobile Devices, are planned and configured for optimal security controls for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA).
• Ensure the proper configuration, monitoring, and optimization of security tools and technologies.
• Conduct research and evaluate emerging security technologies, proposing innovative solutions to enhance the Prospera's security posture.
• On behalf of the Cyber and Information Security Office, develop and maintain a comprehensive set of Policies, Standards and Procedures related to cyber and information security, such as Acceptable Use of Technology, Device and Environment Hardening, Information Security, etc.
• Submit the Draft Policies for approval by the relevant Prospera Executive or Board.

What you bring :

• At least 5-7 years of proven experience in information security roles.
• Strategic thinker and able to build relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Excellent Leadership skills and able to coach and mentor a team.
• Solid communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, technologies, and industry best practices.
• Proficient in designing secure network architectures, systems, and cloud environments.
• Proven Experience maintaining common cloud security services.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO27000, CIS Critical Security Controls, etc.)
• Proficiency in cybersecurity and operational risk assessments.
• Certifications (Considered an Asset) : CISSP or CISM SANS and GIAC OSCP certifications.

Our Values

Cultivate trusting relationships : We are local at heart, aligned in our purpose to help our members, communities, and team thrive.

Empower and enable others : We give each other the space, trust, and tools to succeed.

Lead with curiosity : We approach all circumstances with curiosity and a drive for continuous learning and improvement.

Embrace change and execute with purpose : We plan with agility, take action, and pivot to deliver results.

Thrive as One Team : We collaborate because it strengthens us.

What's in it for you?

Inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace : All team members are valued, respected and heard. We learn from each other's differences, gaining strength through our people and our perspectives.

Training and support. We set our employees up for success with training and continued support and access to resources throughout employment.

Career advancement! We're committed to our employees' growth and development and we want to see you soar.

Fun and camaraderie. We care deeply about our members and our employees, and we want the hours you spend with us to be fun, rewarding and sometimes lighthearted.

We like to work hard, play hard, have fun and be there for each other.

Show me the money! We offer competitive pay, a personalized benefits program, and a generous defined contribution pension plan.

Community focused. We care about giving back to the communities we live, work and play in. We participate in many community minded activities throughout the year.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, equity and inclusion is part of everything we do, and we're on a continuous journey to ensure every employee and members feels like they #BelongAtProspera.

If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Apply today. Join TeamLocal.