Security Specialist V

Job Title: Security Specialist V
Duration: 3 months  (Extension or conversion possible based on business needs)
Location – Toronto, On
 
Overtime and weekend work could be there
 
Scope of Project: cyber projects – regulatory and audit in relation to glasswing
Team Size/Culture: 5 people + stakeholders across the business
 
Job Description

• Develop and maintain governance frameworks, processes, and reporting structures to track performance, enable transparency, and support decision-making.
• Lead overall portfolio planning and execution, establish cadence, manage interdependencies, mitigate risks, and optimize resource allocation.
• Translate team goals into actionable plans, monitor progress, adjust strategies, and ensure alignment with long-term objectives.
• Design and deliver executive-ready materials and dashboards that clearly communicate progress, insights, and recommendations.
• Build strong relationships between businesses and senior executives to influence outcomes and ensure strategic priorities are understood and executed.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic recommendations, incorporating findings into programs for operational efficiency and long-term planning.
• Respond effectively to ambiguity and last-minute changes, stay informed on emerging trends and regulatory changes, and evolve strategies as needed.
• Conduct analysis and make recommendations to enhance capabilities, drive efficiencies, and support sustainable growth.

 
MUST-HAVE Hard Skills:
1.) 10+ years of experience working in cyber security as a Program or Project Manager
2.) Experience in creating business cases, financials
3.) Post secondary education – degree or diploma
 
Required education/degree: Post secondary is a must – degree or diploma
Years of Overall Experience: 10+ years of experience 

SOFT SKILLS:
1.) Very strong and clear communication (written and verbal)
2.) Strong problem-solving skills
3.) Strong time management and documentation skills
4.) Self-motivated, well organized, able to work both independently and in a team environment
5.) Attention to detail and someone who is a self-starter and adaptable
6.) Strong stakeholder management skills
7.) Ability to apply critical thinking
 
NICE-TO-HAVE
 
1.) Audit and regulatory experience
2.) Understanding NIS framework
3.) Prior Client experience
4.) PMP certification 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 80.00/hr.