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Cyber Security Manager

Job in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listing for: Socket.dev
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-02
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, IT Project Manager, Information Security & Data Protection, Security Management & Operations
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 140000 CAD Yearly CAD 110000.00 140000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Cybersecurity Manager will lead the day-to-day cybersecurity activities of WCB, while managing and mentoring a technical security team. This role is responsible for overseeing a team of cybersecurity professionals, third-party security monitoring services, operational security functions, and ensuring effective detection, response, reporting, and continuous improvement of the organization’s cybersecurity posture.

What You'll Do
  • Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity professionals, helping them grow their skills and careers.
  • Oversee day-to-day security operations, threat monitoring, and incident response activities.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders, vendors, and security experts to tackle emerging cyber threats.
  • Drive innovative security initiatives and contribute to technology and business projects.
  • Analyze security trends, identify opportunities for improvement, and help strengthen organizational resilience.
  • Translate complex cybersecurity risks into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and security-first thinking.
What Makes This Role Exciting
  • Lead with impact – Your work directly helps protect the organization and the people who depend on it.
  • Grow and develop talent – Coach and inspire the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
  • Stay ahead of threats – Work with modern security tools, evolving technologies, and emerging cyber trends.
  • Collaborate across teams – Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization and industry.
  • Drive innovation – Help shape cybersecurity strategies and influence how security evolves within the organization.
What You Bring
  • A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • A minimum of 5 years' related experience in cybersecurity operations; three of which involved demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity or role.
  • Possession of CISSP or CISM designation (active and in good standing)

The manager should have demonstrated knowledge and practical application in most of the following areas:

Technical Skills
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0
  • SOC2
  • Technical expertise in IT security architecture, network architecture, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and multiple operating systems
  • Microsoft Purview & Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • Microsoft Defender
  • AWS and Microsoft 365 environments
  • Vulnerability management programs (Tenable, Qualys)
  • Experience working with third-party security monitoring or managed detection and response services.
  • Strong communication, partner management, and reporting skills.
  • Experience in incident response and threat hunting activities.
  • Monitor compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience supporting security initiatives within complex organizations.
  • Understanding of cloud security concepts beyond Microsoft 365.

If you're a people-focused cybersecurity leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building high-performing teams, and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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