Consultant to Senior Consultant Cybersecurity (DFIR)
About the role
Overview Within our Incident Response team (DFIR) , the advisor contributes to the proactive aspect of cybersecurity intervention services. They play a key role in organizational preparedness and resilience against cyber incidents, notably through the execution of incident simulations (tabletop exercises, technical simulations) and Readiness Assessments (maturity evaluations, strategic advice, improvement plans).
This role is intended for a cybersecurity enthusiast , comfortable with both project management and communication with senior leadership and technical teams , and who wishes to have a tangible impact on the cybersecurity posture of Canadian organizations.
What You Will Do
- Plan, design, and lead incident simulation exercises (technical and strategic) tailored to the client’s reality and maturity level.
- Conduct readiness assessments to evaluate an organization’s preparedness for cyber incidents (governance, response plans, roles and responsibilities, technical capabilities).
- Draft clear and structured reports, evaluations, and recommendations for executive committees, CISOs, and IT teams.
- Support clients in updating or creating their incident response plans, procedures, and playbooks.
What You Bring To The Role
- Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- 2 to 5 years of experience in cybersecurity.
- Strong skills in writing, communication, and simplifying complex concepts.
- Good understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27035, MITRE ATT&CK, etc.).
- Experience in writing professional reports and strategic recommendations.
- Proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written.
We support a diverse client base in the English-speaking regions of Canada. As such, the selected candidate must be able to respond to, manage as well as interact with the multidisciplinary team in English while French should be the primary langage.
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here.
Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.
About KPMG Canada
KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and more than 10,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world.
KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et plus de 10 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.
Consultant to Senior Consultant Cybersecurity (DFIR)
About the role
Overview Within our Incident Response team (DFIR) , the advisor contributes to the proactive aspect of cybersecurity intervention services. They play a key role in organizational preparedness and resilience against cyber incidents, notably through the execution of incident simulations (tabletop exercises, technical simulations) and Readiness Assessments (maturity evaluations, strategic advice, improvement plans).
This role is intended for a cybersecurity enthusiast , comfortable with both project management and communication with senior leadership and technical teams , and who wishes to have a tangible impact on the cybersecurity posture of Canadian organizations.
What You Will Do
- Plan, design, and lead incident simulation exercises (technical and strategic) tailored to the client’s reality and maturity level.
- Conduct readiness assessments to evaluate an organization’s preparedness for cyber incidents (governance, response plans, roles and responsibilities, technical capabilities).
- Draft clear and structured reports, evaluations, and recommendations for executive committees, CISOs, and IT teams.
- Support clients in updating or creating their incident response plans, procedures, and playbooks.
What You Bring To The Role
- Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- 2 to 5 years of experience in cybersecurity.
- Strong skills in writing, communication, and simplifying complex concepts.
- Good understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27035, MITRE ATT&CK, etc.).
- Experience in writing professional reports and strategic recommendations.
- Proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written.
We support a diverse client base in the English-speaking regions of Canada. As such, the selected candidate must be able to respond to, manage as well as interact with the multidisciplinary team in English while French should be the primary langage.
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here.
Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.
About KPMG Canada
KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and more than 10,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world.
KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et plus de 10 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.