Information Security Lead

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About the role

  • Information Security Lead responsible for managing security programs at Dentons Canada. Overseeing security architecture, operations, incident response, and data protection initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the security, integrity, and availability of Dentons Canada information assets.
  • Contribute to the management and continuous improvement of multiple security programs.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain security controls, through people, processes, and technology, across the organization.
  • Provide technical leadership and architectural oversight for the Firm’s security controls across on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Lead the design and implementation of secure architecture patterns for enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, identity services, and network security.
  • Act as a key security advisor to Infrastructure, Cloud, and Application teams to ensure security is embedded into platform design, deployments, and operational processes.
  • Support the secure adoption and governance of Microsoft Azure, including the design and implementation of security controls for identity, networking, workloads, and platform services.
  • Lead the configuration and optimization of Azure security capabilities including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Conditional Access, Azure Policy, identity protection controls, and security monitoring integrations.
  • Provide architectural guidance for secure network connectivity and access models.
  • Monitor emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends and recommend improvements to strengthen the Firm’s security architecture and overall security posture.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to Information Security team members across operational and engineering initiatives.

Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in Information Technology with significant focus on cybersecurity architecture, engineering, or operations.
  • At least 6+ years of experience in an Information Security role with 3+ years in a lead or senior technical capacity.
  • Deep experience securing Microsoft Azure environments, including identity security, network architecture, workload protection, and cloud-native security controls.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and managing Azure security capabilities such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Conditional Access, Azure Policy, identity protection controls, and security monitoring integrations.
  • Experience integrating enterprise security platforms with cloud environments, including SIEM solutions, network security platforms (e.g., Palo Alto), and CASB/SSE platforms (e.g., Netskope or Zscaler).
  • Experience with Microsoft security technologies including Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud, and related security services.
  • Experience implementing or supporting data classification and data loss prevention (DLP) programs across enterprise collaboration platforms and cloud services.
  • Familiarity with threat frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and modern detection and response methodologies.
  • Experience assessing security controls against industry frameworks such as ISO 27001/27002 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
  • One or more relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or certifications from GIAC, ISACA, or Microsoft Security are preferred.

Benefits

  • extended health and mental health benefits
  • paid time off
  • retirement savings plans
  • a fitness subsidy
  • parental leave top-up
  • mentorship opportunities
  • employee networks
  • leadership development initiatives

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$130,000 - $135,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

AzureCloudCyber Security

Location requirements

OnsiteCalgaryCanada

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