Senior Data Security Consultant

Position: Senior Data Security Consultant (12-month contract)
Join a Challenger
Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing, so we challenge ourselves to get creative in providing innovative banking solutions for Canadians.

How do we get there? With a talented team of inquisitive and agile challengers that break through the status quo. So, if you’re passionate about redefining the future of banking—while having fun—this could be your next big opportunity.

Our company continues to grow, and today we serve more than 670,000 people across Canada through Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™, and have been around for more than 50 years. Equitable Bank's wholly‑owned subsidiary, Concentra Bank, supports credit unions across Canada that serve more than six million members. Together we have over $125 billion in combined assets under management and administration, with a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich people’s lives.

Our customers have named our EQ Bank digital platform  one of the top banks in Canada on the Forbes World's Best Banks list since 2021.

The Work
The primary objective of the Senior Data Security Consultant role is to design, implement, and maintain robust data protection strategies across EQ Bank’s digital ecosystem. This role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of both structured and unstructured data by applying governance frameworks, access controls, classification standards, and retention policies.

By aligning data security initiatives with EQ Bank’s strategic goals, such as digital innovation, regulatory compliance, and customer trust, the role plays a critical part in safeguarding sensitive information and enabling secure business operations. It supports the bank’s transformation efforts by embedding security into cloud platforms, collaboration tools, and core banking systems.

Key outcomes include the successful deployment of security guidelines, enhancement of database protections, and enforcement of data retention standards. These achievements will strengthen EQ Bank’s risk posture, improve operational resilience, and ensure adherence to industry regulations and best practices.

The Core Responsibilities!

Establish Structured Data Security Guidelines – Define and enforce security protocols for databases and structured data repositories.

Assess and Pilot Database Security Tools – Evaluate existing and emerging tools for database protection and lead proof‑of‑concept initiatives.

Enhance Data Classification Controls – Implement labeling and classification mechanisms for structured data and cloud‑based file servers.

Develop Unstructured Data Security Guidelines – Create and maintain security standards for platforms including SharePoint, Azure Files, and One Drive.

Lead File server Migration Projects – Oversee migration initiatives to SharePoint, ensuring implementation of access controls and sensitivity labels on new sites.

Conduct SharePoint Access Audits – Perform access reviews and audits across designated SharePoint sites to identify and remediate risks.

Strengthen Data Access Governance – Collaborate with infrastructure and business teams to ensure robust access governance.

Implement Data Retention Policies – Define and apply retention standards across Exchange, Teams, Copilot, One Drive, and SharePoint platforms.

Let's Talk About You!

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.

7+ years of experience in data security, governance, or related roles.

Expertise in Azure data security, including both structured (e.g., Azure SQL, Dataverse) and unstructured (e.g., Azure Files, Blob Storage) environments.

Strong understanding of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint, One Drive, Teams).

Experience with database security tools and classification frameworks.

Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks, including PIPEDA, GDPR, OSFI guidelines, and NIST standards.

Ability to leverage AI capabilities to enhance data security operations, automate governance processes, and improve risk detection and response.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are a plus.

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal guidance and supervision.

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