Talent.com
Senior IT Cloud Security Specialist
Senior IT Cloud Security SpecialistBank of Canada • Ottawa (Downtown), ON, CA
Senior IT Cloud Security Specialist

Senior IT Cloud Security Specialist

Bank of Canada • Ottawa (Downtown), ON, CA
2 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Senior IT Cloud Security Specialist


Take a central role

The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.


Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.


With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers: Working Here - Bank of Canada

Find out more about the next steps in our Recruitment process.

About the position:

We are seeking a cloud-savvy candidate interested in becoming a valued member of our cyber community!

As a Senior IT Cloud Security Specialist, you will apply advanced technical expertise to strengthen our Azure cloud security posture. You will provide guidance, support problem resolution, and collaborate with teams to reduce cloud risk and support secure cloud operations. You bring deep technical knowledge and act as a key contributor within your area of expertise.

What you will do:

Some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Provide technical guidance, coaching, and direction to team members and partner groups.
  • Share expertise to build collective understanding of cloud security practices.
  • Contribute to internal documentation, playbooks, and knowledge‑sharing activities.
  • Contribute input to medium‑term planning for cloud security improvements.
  • Participate in capability assessments and identify resource needs for upcoming initiatives.
  • Provide insight into maturing Azure governance, tooling, and policy requirements.
  • Lead the resolution of complex cloud security problems within your domain.
  • Apply established methodologies in new ways and develop enhanced approaches when needed.
  • Act as a senior technical contributor and key escalation point for Azure security issues.
  • Identify misconfigurations, policy violations, and cyber risks across cloud workloads.
  • Recommend mitigation strategies and highlight trade‑offs to maintain solution quality.
  • Support validation of compliance with cloud standards (NIST, CIS, ISO, SOC 2).
  • Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal teams (Cloud, SecOps, DevOps).
  • Share knowledge and insights to support joint problem solving and secure solution delivery.
  • Engage effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide guidance.

In addition, you will also:

  • Apply advanced knowledge of Azure cloud security, policy management, automation, and workload hardening.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues and provide expert recommendations to improve cloud security posture.
  • Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and their impact on secure cloud operations.


What you need to succeed
You are a collaborative team player and self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment. You bring your strong understanding of cloud security and strive to keep up to date with the latest developments in this field.

You also have:

  • Strong understanding of Azure infrastructure, governance, and cloud security principles.
  • Demonstrated experience building or securing workloads in Azure and automating workflows.
  • Ability to assess cyber risk and propose effective mitigation strategies.
  • Strong communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
  • Familiarity with cloud compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO, and SOC 2.

Nice-to-have:

  • Experience with cloud security monitoring and alerting platforms.
  • Understanding of cloud data protection strategies.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., GitHub).


Your education and experience
A relevant combination of education, certifications, and hands‑on experience demonstrating your ability to learn, adapt, and apply advanced cloud security skills. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of relevant experience.

Innovative Mindset

We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things.

Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. Although the position language requirement is English or French essential, we do encourage everyone to improve second their language proficiency for future career growth and to contribute towards fostering a bilingual environment.

What you need to know

    • Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
    • Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
    • There will be no relocation assistance provided
    • Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank’s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider.

    • Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $111,051 to $130,649 (job grade 17)
    • The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (5%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
    • Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
    • Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
    • Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Create a job alert for this search

Senior IT Cloud Security Specialist • Ottawa (Downtown), ON, CA

Similar jobs
Senior Cloud Security Operations Engineer

Senior Cloud Security Operations Engineer

Thales • Ottawa
Full-time
Senior Cloud Security Operations Engineer.The role is hybrid and based in Ottawa, ON.Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security.Busin...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Senior Cloud Security Architect – AWS ProServe

Senior Cloud Security Architect – AWS ProServe

Amazon Web Services (AWS) • Ottawa
Full-time
Une grande entreprise technologique cherche un architecte en sécurité senior à Ottawa.Dans ce rôle, vous concevrez, mettrez en œuvre et gérerez des solutions AWS sécurisées pour répondre aux object...Show more
Last updated: 6 days ago • Promoted
Senior Security Engineering Lead - Cloud, IAM & DevSecOps

Senior Security Engineering Lead - Cloud, IAM & DevSecOps

MDA Space • Ottawa
Full-time
A leading space solutions provider in Canada seeks a Manager, Systems Security to lead a team in designing and implementing security measures for its infrastructure.With a focus on protecting syste...Show more
Last updated: 6 days ago • Promoted
Azure Security Cloud Architect — Lead & Deliver in Malta

Azure Security Cloud Architect — Lead & Deliver in Malta

Black Pen Recruitment • Ottawa
Full-time
A recruitment agency is seeking an Azure Cloud Technical Architect to relocate to Malta.The role entails delivering Azure solutions, creating architectural designs, and collaborating with clients f...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Google Cloud Architect: Secure, Scalable Infra (Ottawa)

Google Cloud Architect: Secure, Scalable Infra (Ottawa)

Akkodis • Ottawa
Full-time
A technology solutions company is seeking IT Support Professionals in Ottawa to design and implement secure Google Cloud infrastructure solutions.This involves collaborating on mission-critical sys...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Senior Cloud & Enterprise Management Specialist

Senior Cloud & Enterprise Management Specialist

Ross • Ottawa
Full-time
A leading video technology company based in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Product Specialist to manage Cloud & Enterprise Management products.This role requires strong technical communication skills a...Show more
Last updated: 6 days ago • Promoted
IT Infrastructure Lead: Secure, Scalable Systems

IT Infrastructure Lead: Secure, Scalable Systems

SkyAlyne • Ottawa
Full-time
A defense and training services provider in Ottawa seeks an IT Infrastructure Services Lead to design, deploy, and manage their IT infrastructure.This role requires coordination with cross-function...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Systems Monitoring & Infrastructure Specialist - ottawa

Systems Monitoring & Infrastructure Specialist - ottawa

Dexcent • ottawa, on, ca
Full-time
Systems Monitoring & Infrastructure Specialist.Operational Technology (OT) environment.This is a contract opportunity and the individual can be fully remote.Dexcent) is an engineering consulting fi...Show more
Last updated: 11 days ago • Promoted
Hybrid Cloud & Network Security Architect

Hybrid Cloud & Network Security Architect

Gowling WLG • Ottawa
Full-time
A leading international law firm is seeking a Network & Cloud Solution Architect to design and support secure, scalable infrastructures.This role involves deploying enterprise WAN architectures, im...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Lead (Azure/AWS)

Senior Cloud Infrastructure Lead (Azure/AWS)

Atlas HXM • Ottawa
Full-time
A global HR solutions provider is seeking a Senior Manager of Infrastructure in Ottawa, Canada.You will be responsible for managing Azure/AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performa...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Hybrid Cloud Security Engineer — Ottawa

Hybrid Cloud Security Engineer — Ottawa

Thales Group • Ottawa
Full-time
A leading technology company based in Ottawa is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join its hybrid team.The role involves responding to security incidents, providing operational guidance, and ana...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Senior Information Security Specialist (ACSO) — Ottawa, On‑Site

Senior Information Security Specialist (ACSO) — Ottawa, On‑Site

Bell Canada • Ottawa
Full-time
A major telecommunications company in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Information Security Specialist to enhance security practices and governance.In this critical role, you will implement processes tha...Show more
Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer

Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer

Carleton University • Ottawa
Full-time
A leading educational institution in Ottawa is seeking a qualified professional to support its operational design and integrity of enterprise-wide information security systems.The ideal candidate w...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
IT Cyber Implementation Specialist-EN

IT Cyber Implementation Specialist-EN

CAE • Ottawa
Full-time
IT Cyber Implementation Specialist-EN.CAE Defence & Security Canada is seeking a Cyber Implementation Specialist to lead the design, integration, and operationalization of cybersecurity solutions a...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Senior IT System Architect - Cloud, Security & Integration

Senior IT System Architect - Cloud, Security & Integration

CAE Inc • Ottawa
Full-time
A leading technology company in Ottawa is seeking an IT System Architecture Specialist to design and maintain enterprise-level IT solutions.The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience ...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Senior IT Support & Endpoint Security Specialist (Clearance)

Senior IT Support & Endpoint Security Specialist (Clearance)

Confidential • Ottawa
Full-time
A leading IT service provider is seeking a Senior IT Support Specialist with security clearance in Ottawa, Ontario.The role involves ensuring endpoint hygiene using tools like CrowdStrike Falcon an...Show more
Last updated: 4 days ago • Promoted
Senior IT Security TRA Analyst — Ottawa Focused Risk

Senior IT Security TRA Analyst — Ottawa Focused Risk

ADGA Group • Ottawa
Full-time
A Canadian defence and security technology firm is seeking a Senior IT Security Threat & Risk Assessment (TRA) Analyst in Ottawa.Responsibilities include reviewing IT Security policies, conducting ...Show more
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Senior Director Analyst, Security Architecture And Cloud Security

Senior Director Analyst, Security Architecture And Cloud Security

Gartner • Ottawa, Canada, CA
Full-time
About the role: Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have insights, market predictions and best practices for a broad range of world-leading organizations.A Senior Director...Show more
Last updated: 16 hours ago • Promoted • New!