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Intermediate IT Security Risk Management Specialist

  • Ottawa, ON
  • Hybrid
  • Posted Oct 7, 2026
  • 1 position

$70–$80 / hour

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Employment type
Contract
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level
Application method
Direct apply is available

Job summary

Provide IT security risk management advice and strategic guidance. Apply Government of Canada ITSG security policies and guidelines in a government context.

Job details

Avanciers is a premier IT Staffing/Consulting organization and we are currently recruiting for a contract role for one of our premier client in Canada for Intermediate IT Security Risk Management Specialist. This is a Hybrid role and client is actively hiring for this position. Role: Intermediate IT Security Risk Management Specialist Duration: 12+ months Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid) Pay Rate: $70/hr-$80/hr (Depending upon experience) Clearance: Secret or Top Secret Required Key Requirements Education & Experience: Bachelor s degree/diploma, or at least 7 years of progressive experience in IT Security or Cybersecurity. Certifications: Active credential in good standing (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSP, CEH, or equivalent). Government Context: Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience applying Government of Canada (GoC) ITSG security policies and guidelines. Risk Management: Minimum 3 years of proven experience delivering IT security risk management advice and strategic guidance. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure We use AI-enabled tools to assist in screening applications based on job-related criteria. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Avanciers Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Important Information for Applicants Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted Proof of qualifications may be requested Background checks may be conducted as part of the hiring process Avanciers Incorporated does not use Canadian Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) during the application process Avanciers Incorporated thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Avanciers Incorporated www.avanciers.com

What you’ll do

Provide IT security risk management advice and strategic guidance. Apply Government of Canada ITSG security policies and guidelines in a government context.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree or diploma, or at least seven years of progressive IT security or cybersecurity experience, along with an active, relevant professional certification. Candidates must also have at least three years of experience applying Government of Canada ITSG policies and guidelines and delivering IT security risk management advice.

Listed skills

  • management · Preferred
  • Risk Management · Preferred
  • Client · Preferred
  • Process · Preferred
  • Organization · Preferred
  • Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • IT Security
  • Cybersecurity
  • Security Risk Management
  • Risk Management Advice
  • Strategic Guidance
  • Government of Canada ITSG Policies
  • Government of Canada ITSG Guidelines

Job areas

  • Technology
  • Security & Safety
  • Consulting
  • Government & Public Sector

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