Security Specialist

Overview  The Security Specialist V plays a critical role in advancing enterprise-wide IT and data protection initiatives. This role will oversee the  implementation of security standards , ensure  compliance  across IT systems, and lead assessments to identify and mitigate threats. The specialist will directly support a new enterprise security program and collaborate with a high-performing internal team within one of Canada’s leading financial institutions.
Responsibilities   Direct and lead  security planning and strategy  across IT systems, operations, and infrastructure.
Conduct audits of existing systems and recommend proactive security improvements.
Originate, implement, and maintain  security policies and standards .
Perform risk assessments, threat modeling, and disaster recovery simulations.
Provide  security consulting  aligned with banking regulations and internal controls.
Maintain awareness and alignment of security policy with business objectives.
Work closely with stakeholders (50% interaction rate) on program execution and standards compliance.
Participate in initiatives to prevent errors, fraud, and abuse.
Evaluate procedures for gaps and failures in disaster response readiness.
Required Experience   8+ years of experience conducting security assessments and making security recommendations.
Proven work history applying  banking standards  to IT and cloud environments.
Hands-on experience working with  PEGA cloud platforms  in a security context.
Nice-to-Have Experience   Previous experience working in the  financial services  industry or within a top-tier bank.
Background in  security testing  aligned with regulated industries.
Experience supporting large cross-functional teams.
Required Skills   Security Assessment & Consulting
Cloud Security (PEGA platform)
Banking/Financial Compliance Standards
Preferred Skills   CISSP or equivalent security certification
Risk Analysis & Disaster Recovery
IT Policy Development
Stakeholder Communication
Security Incident Response
Additional Skills   Informatics planning and coordination
Supervision and leadership of technical staff
Security policy alignment and auditing
Simulation of event-based threats
Job Details    Primary

Job Title:

Security Specialist V
Alternate/Related Job Titles:  Cybersecurity Consultant; IT Security Analyst V;
Cloud Security Specialist;
Information Security Advisor;
Security Compliance Consultant

Location:

Toronto, Ontario
Onsite Flexibility:  Hybrid — 2 days onsite; moving to 4 days onsite starting Nov 3
Contract Details:
Position Type:
Contract
Contract Duration: ~10 months
Start: ASAP
End:
June 2026
Pay Rate: $90 - $100/hour
Shift/

Hours:

Monday to Friday, Core Business Hours
About the Client  Top 10 bank in Canada and North America offering comprehensive financial solutions. Providing retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking services, we help clients thrive in today s evolving market.
About GTT  GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada.

We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number  25-25113

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