We’re searching for a Director, Information Security. The Director has overall accountability for Westland’s cyber security program and is the subject mater expert to promote, implement, and maintain a corporate-wide information security and data protection strategy.

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Discover what’s possible, with Westland.
The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of clients, communities, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we're inviting amazing people like you to join us.

As Director, Information Security, you’ll lead and help establish a culture of cyber security across Westland to activate mitigation tactics to reduce risk as we grow and expand across Canada. You’ll work closely with various teams to ensure alignment with best practices and drive security enhancement projects and day-to-day operations of the IT security team.

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Why you'll love Westland:

An open, flexible and welcoming workplace
Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
Autonomy to own your own success
Total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health
Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clients

Why we’ll love You:

At least 10 years' experience in a senior information security role
You’re curious about the business and have up-to-date knowledge of issue sand trends in Cyber Security, with a deep understanding of IT controls and audit approaches for protection of data and current technologies including cloud
You see the big picture, always looking for opportunities to improve and standardize processes and apply best practices
Experience developing and managing information security programs and a proven track record of implementing organization-wide solutions that protect information assets.
Knowledge of risk management and experience with industry and regulatory standards such as PCI, SOC2, ISO2700, NIST, HIPAA, SOX, etc
Deep experience with large-scale M&A activities in assessing security risks and exposure
University degree or college diploma in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Business Management is preferred, or equivalent experience
Bonus: Professional Security Certification (e.g. CISSP, CISM)

Once here, you'll:

Lead and guide Westland’s information security roadmap and vision
Take charge of advancing the development of Westland’s security standards, procedures, and guidelines for digital products, multiple platforms, applications, and systems. Evaluate current information security procedures and identify new areas of risk that require attention
Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders across Westland to ensure security is considered throughout the development and operations
Engage in discussions regarding confidential M&A materials to ensure that Westland’s leadership is aware of any significant risks involved. Lead and guide a seamless transition for acquired companies into the company's operations and security program
Lead information security awareness and training initiatives to educate workforce about policies, procedures, and information risks

You belong here
We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation.

At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at careers@westlandinsurance.ca

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