Security & Compliance Lead

Toronto, ONTARIO, CA • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 9 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
USD $140,000.00 - 170,000.00 per year
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Job Details

Skills

  • Information Security
  • Operational Excellence
  • Leadership
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Collaboration
  • Security Controls
  • Due Diligence
  • Communication
  • System On A Chip
  • ISO/IEC 27001:2005
  • HIPAA
  • Privacy
  • Cyber Security
  • IaaS
  • Software Development
  • Startups
  • Risk Management
  • Data Security
  • Information Security Governance
  • Cloud Computing
  • Software Security
  • Audit Management
  • Management
  • Auditing
  • Reporting
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Insurance
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Recruiting
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

Security & Compliance Lead - Full-Time / Canada
A growing technology company operating in a highly regulated environment is seeking a Security & Compliance Lead to build and mature its information security, privacy, and compliance programs. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a candidate who enjoys combining strategy with execution, helping the business establish scalable security practices while supporting growth, customer trust, and operational excellence.

This role offers the chance to take ownership of the organization's compliance initiatives and become a key partner to both technical and business teams. You'll have the opportunity to shape security processes from the ground up, influence product and infrastructure decisions, and work closely with stakeholders across engineering, operations, and leadership. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in dynamic environments, embraces continuous improvement, and enjoys solving complex compliance and risk challenges.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in information security, governance, risk, compliance, or related cybersecurity functions
  • Proven experience managing compliance initiatives within cloud-based or technology-focused organizations
  • Strong understanding of security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and risk management principles
  • Experience preparing for and supporting security audits, assessments, and certification programs
  • Ability to collaborate with technical teams to implement practical security controls and risk mitigation strategies
  • Experience conducting security reviews, vendor assessments, and customer due diligence activities
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical requirements to non-technical stakeholders
  • Demonstrated success owning programs and driving cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Experience supporting or managing compliance programs related to SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, or similar standards
  • Familiarity with privacy regulations, cybersecurity governance models, and emerging compliance requirements
  • Knowledge of cloud infrastructure security and secure software development practices
  • Experience developing security programs within startup or high-growth environments
  • Exposure to AI governance, responsible AI practices, or related risk management frameworks
  • Experience improving or automating compliance and audit processes
  • Background in industries requiring elevated security and data protection controls
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
  • 40% Security Governance, Risk & Compliance
  • 35% Cloud & Application Security Controls
  • 25% Audit Management, Monitoring & Reporting
Daily Responsibilities
  • 40% Developing and enhancing security and compliance programs
  • 35% Working with engineering and business teams to implement controls and manage risk
  • 25% Supporting audits, customer reviews, reporting, and compliance initiatives
The Offer
  • $140,000 - $170,000

You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options

Current Vacancy: Yes

Use of AI in Hiring: Yes

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 882641
  • Posted 1 day ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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