Security Architect
The Security Architect is responsible for the design, implementation, and monitoring of information and cybersecurity strategies. They provide strategic guidance and technical expertise across various security disciplines including cloud security and risk management.
- Hybrid
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Aug 5, 2026
- Apply by Sep 4, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Job Title: Security Architect Location: Toronto, ON Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 Days/week) Employment Type: Contract Duration: 06-12 Months Pay Rate: CAD 80-82/hour Incorporated Domain: BFSI Application Deadline: Aug. 30th, 2026 SKILLS REQUIRED: 10+ years of relevant experience as a Security Architect Experience in information and cybersecurity| including strategy design| implementation| and monitoring Experience providing strategic guidance in a large consulting organization is a plus Deep technical or operational experience with broad knowledge across various security disciplines such as access management| cloud security| and risk management. Experience with security frameworks like NIST CSF and a variety of leading security technologies. Experience with Palo Alto SASE solution preferred. Possess one or more of the following industry certifications oCISSP/ CISA/ CISM oCCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional oSABSA - Security Architecture o Other industry recognized Information Security certifications EEOC Compliance: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DISCLAIMER AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.
What you’ll do
The Security Architect is responsible for the design, implementation, and monitoring of information and cybersecurity strategies. They provide strategic guidance and technical expertise across various security disciplines including cloud security and risk management.
Requirements
Candidates must have over 10 years of experience as a Security Architect and proficiency with frameworks like NIST CSF. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP are required or preferred.
Other relevant skills
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- Information Security
- Cybersecurity Strategy
- Access Management
- Cloud Security
- Risk Management
- NIST CSF
- Palo Alto SASE
- Security Architecture
- CISSP
- CISA
- CISM
- CCSP
- SABSA
Job areas
- Security & Safety
- Technology
- Consulting
- Software
- Finance & Accounting
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 10+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 4, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Office presence
- 4 days per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available