Security advisor

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Montréal, QC, CAN
In-Office
Mid level
Fintech • Payments • Financial Services
The Role
Advises business sectors on security risks, governance, policies, programs, and mitigation plans. Develops security tools, methods, processes, and action plans; analyzes data, conducts studies, writes reports, trains stakeholders, and supports outreach. The role may cover information and data protection, physical security, personal information, and financial crime prevention. Requires collaboration with internal partners, occasional travel, flexible hours, and on-site work.
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The work mode arrangement for the position is full-time on site.


As a security advisor, you help develop and optimize security measures to align with corporate objectives by planning, implementing and overseeing best practices to strengthen Desjardins's security posture. You help develop the Desjardins Group Security Office's priorities and governance, and work on different aspects of our security practices. You're responsible for one or more sub-specialties, such as personal information and data protection, information security, physical security and financial crime and fraud prevention. You advise and assist clients and partners on major security-related initiatives and development projects. You develop tools, methods and processes. Your projects and initiatives require comprehensive knowledge in your field of expertise. You propose recommendations, solutions and action plans based on the organization's objectives and priorities. You share ideas and help solve problems using your analytical skills and comprehensive knowledge of your line of business. You interact with stakeholders working in other fields. Interpersonal skills are therefore essential. More specifically, you will be required to:

  • Diagnose issues, risks, needs and challenges for your line of work to determine target outcomes
  • Advise business sectors on security matters
  • Help develop and implement objectives, solutions, policies, programs and action plans to mitigate risks for members and clients and for the organization
  • Analyze data, conduct studies, make recommendations and write reports
  • Help train internal stakeholders, raise awareness and communicate information
  • Help with outreach activities for internal partners and practitioners

What we offer*

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus
  • 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
  • Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
  • Group insurance including telemedicine
  • Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

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What you bring to the table

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • A minimum of four years of relevant experience
  • Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
  • Knowledge of French is required
  • Advancedproficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Available to work flexible hours and travel occasionally, based on executive schedules and operational requirements
  • Excellent physical condition; willing to undergo a physical and medical assessment upon request
Action oriented, Business insight, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning


Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Trade Union (If applicable)

Job Family

Security (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-10-9

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Minimum four years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of French
  • Advanced proficiency in English
  • Valid driver's license
  • Availability to work flexible hours and travel occasionally
  • Excellent physical condition and willingness to undergo a physical and medical assessment upon request
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The Company
HQ: Lévis
40,858 Employees

What We Do

Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America and the fifth largest cooperative financial group in the world, with assets of $435.8 billion as at March 31, 2024. It was named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes magazine and by Mediacorp. To meet the diverse needs of its members and clients, Desjardins offers a full range of products and services to individuals and businesses through its extensive distribution network, online platforms and subsidiaries across Canada. Ranked among the world's strongest banks according to The Banker magazine, Desjardins has some of the highest capital ratios and credit ratings in the industry and the first according to Bloomberg News

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