Manager, IT Security Architect

Location: Montreal

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Location:

600 Bd Dr.

-Frederik-Philips, Montreal

Workplace:  Hybrid

Shift:  Day

CMC Electronics (CMC) has earned an international reputation for innovation and excellence in the design, manufacturing and support of electronic products for the aviation markets. CMC is focused on delivering innovative cockpit and avionics system integration solutions to commercial and military customers worldwide.

Its principal facilities are located in Montreal, Quebec;
Ottawa, Ontario; and Chicago, Illinois. CMC is a major supplier to the aerospace and high‑technology industries, airlines, military agencies and government customers worldwide.

Why Join the Cybersecurity Team
You will have the opportunity to build the cybersecurity practice  will play a central role combining day‑to‑day operational responsibilities for managing the cybersecurity of information systems, as well as GRC activities to ensure compliance with applicable national and international regulations. You will also lead a team of cybersecurity integrators and act as the primary cybersecurity advisor across the organization.

Governance, Risk And Compliance (GRC)

Ensuring that all projects, IT systems, and security architectures and configurations comply with applicable regulatory requirements

Developing and maintaining the security policy, conducting environmental audits to maintain corporate compliance

Implementing procedures and methods for auditing and addressing non‑compliance with information security standards

Overseeing changes to maintain compliant environments

Participating in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits

Liaising with external and internal auditors

Cybersecurity Management

Developing and implementing policies and practices to maintain a secure environment

Managing IT security analyses to ensure all applications are functional and secure

Working closely with the SOC to ensure its performance and responsiveness

Maintaining a technological watch in cybersecurity and proposing improvements

Supervising and interacting with IT security contractors in service delivery

Developing and reviewing security architectures for complex systems

Managing security incidents and non‑conformities through to resolution in collaboration with system administrators

Developing and leading a security training and awareness program for IT staff and the entire organization

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar role (cybersecurity only)

Proficiency in cybersecurity frameworks (compliance and security)

Proficiency in security software (antimalware, firewalls, EDR, IDS, IPS, etc.)

Excellent knowledge of network systems, virtualization, storage, and cloud computing

Proficiency in applicable data privacy and protection practices and laws

Knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures, such as CGP, ITAR, NIST, DFARS, CCPA/GDPR, and other regulations (one or the other)

Bilingualism in French and English (both written and spoken)

Experience in team management

CISSP and/or NCSP certification

Experience in IT auditing (internal and external)

What Sets You Apart

Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to conduct research to stay informed about trends, products, attacks, etc.

Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work under pressure

Available to work outside of regular business hours as needed

Benefits

100% paid group insurance and employer‑matched pension plan

Student financial assistance program

Free electric charging stations

Low‑cost on‑site cafeteria

Closed between the holidays

World‑class company on a human scale

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