Director, Cybersecurity Risk Methodology & Governance

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At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll join CIBC’s BISO & Risk Shared Services team within Cybersecurity, Third Party & Resilience, leading a team of Information Security consultants where working together you’ll help protect our bank, our clients, and our employees from cyber risk. As the Director, Cybersecurity Methodology & Governance, you will lead a team of security and risk professionals responsible for the development, execution, and continual improvement of CIBC’s cybersecurity risk assessment methodologies, governance frameworks, and supporting processes. You will drive the implementation of best-in-class practices, ensure alignment with regulatory and business requirements, and foster a culture of security awareness and accountability across the organization.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote. 

How You’ll Succeed

• Strategy & Vision: Develop and maintain a roadmap for the evolution of cybersecurity methodology, tools, and processes. Assess current practices and drive continuous improvement to meet evolving business and regulatory needs.
• Risk Methodology: Lead the creation, execution, and maintenance of cybersecurity risk processes and provide input into policies, standards, and governance frameworks. Contribute to the development of risk-related policies and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Process Governance: Oversee the execution of governance activities related to cybersecurity risk assessment,  Ensure processes are documented, robust, and adhere to established methodologies. Engage with control and audit activities and interact with other lines of defense.
• Leadership: Build, coach, and motivate a high-performing team of security and risk professionals. Provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. Foster a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Thought Leadership & Benchmarking: Stay current with industry trends, methodologies, and frameworks. Conduct research and benchmarking to ensure CIBC’s practices remain at the forefront of the industry.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate 5+ years of experience in information security risk assessment, including threat risk assessments, vulnerability and penetration testing, and secure software development. Experience with Agile development is an asset. You have deep understanding of risk management frameworks (e.g., Operational Risk, Technology Delivery, Third Party Risk Management) and risk register tools (e.g., Archer, e-GRC). You have 3+ years of experience leading and developing high-performing teams. You have proven ability to set strategic direction, coach, and drive team performance.
• You’re a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing in Security certifications.. It’s an asset if have CISSP, CISM or equivalent certification
• Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise. 
• You embrace and advocate for change. You continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best. 
• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making. 
• You are a caring and accountable leader. You have experience developing and implementing strategic team goals. You have experience coaching employees and inspiring successful team performance.  
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability. 

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What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 19th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Accountability, Building Partnerships, Continuous Improvement, Cybersecurity, Governance Framework, Identifying Opportunities, Industry Trends, Information Security Risk, Leadership, Operational Risks, Relationship Building, Risk Management, Team Development