Director, Security Architecture & Advisory

Job Description

Grade:  P9

Referral Level: Level 2

Division: IGM-Tech

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under management. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. 

Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.   

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence. 

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians.  We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre. 

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable. 

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.  

Role Summary

The Director, Security Architecture & Advisory, is a senior leadership role responsible for defining and driving the strategic direction of the organization’s security architecture and advisory services. This role ensures that security is embedded into technology design, development, and deployment processes, aligning with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The Director will lead a team of security architects and advisors, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and serve as a trusted partner to technology and business leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture Leadership

• Define and maintain the enterprise security architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and IT roadmaps.
• Oversee the design and implementation of secure solutions across infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, patterns, and principles to guide secure technology development.

Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide expert security guidance to technology and business teams during solution design, procurement, and implementation.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on emerging threats, architectural risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to promote a security-by-design culture across the organization.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure security architecture aligns with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and risk management frameworks.
• Participate in governance forums and architecture review boards to assess and approve technology initiatives.
• Lead security assessments and threat modeling exercises for critical projects and technologies.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of security architects and advisors.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture focused on continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Define team goals, performance metrics, and development plans aligned with organizational priorities.

Innovation & Emerging Technologies

• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, security trends, and threat landscapes to inform architectural decisions.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, platforms, and practices to enhance the organization’s security posture.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Work closely with technology and business units to enhance risk transparency.
• Establish strong working relationships with the stakeholders across business units and teams to build trust and act as a trusted advisor.
• Act as a key liaison between first-line IT risk functions and executive leadership to facilitate discussions on risk trends and emerging security threats.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on security architecture or advisory.
• Deep understanding of enterprise architecture, cloud security, application security, and secure development practices.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, TOGAF, SABSA).
• Proven experience engaging with senior executives and influencing strategic technology decisions.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF, CISM, or AWS/Azure security certifications are highly desirable.

Soft Skills

• Strategic Vision: Ability to align security architecture with long-term business and technology goals.
• Leadership: Strong people management and mentoring capabilities.
• Communication: Excellent ability to convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaboration: Skilled at building partnerships across diverse teams and functions.
• Problem Solving: Proactive and analytical approach to identifying and addressing architectural risks.

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers 

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.  

Please apply by June 19, 2025. 

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