Senior Cybersecurity Advisor

Attendance

Hybrid

Job number

31831

Category

Senior Professional

Status: Permanent

Type of Contract

Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

25-Mar-2026

Area(s) of interest: Information technology

Location(s): Montreal

A career as a Senior Cybersecurity Advisor in the Operational Cybersecurity team at National Bank means serving as a cryptography and operational security specialist. This position allows you to have a concrete impact on the protection of sensitive data and the stability of the Bank's critical services thanks to your knowledge of cryptography, regulated environments and the operation of security platforms.

Your job

Operationalise and operate cryptographic platforms that support critical services across the Bank.
Maintain, upgrade and optimise cryptographic services to strengthen the chain of trust and protect sensitive data.
Document, analyse and improve cryptography-related operational processes for both current and target environments.
Integrate with hardware cryptographic equipment and ensure its stability and compliance.
Apply the cybersecurity controls required in environments subject to regulatory requirements, particularly in relation to payments.
Participate in the team's agile events, post-incident analyses and cryptographic ceremonies by rigourously documenting implementation procedures.

Your team

The Vice-President of Cybersecurity is a community of specialists who work in an agile, proactive and collaborative manner to stay on the cutting edge of technology and continuously improve security processes.

You are part of a multidisciplinary team that actively contributes to modernising the Bank's cyber operations and reporting to a cybersecurity manager. Our team stands out for its spirit of collaboration, operational rigour and commitment to excellence in security. Our goal is to offer you maximum flexibility to promote your quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment and a flexible and adaptable schedule.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalised training programs, based on on on-the-job learning, help you master your profession and develop new fields of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Centre and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at any time.

Prerequisites

A bachelor’s degree and five to eight years of relevant experience in cryptography and information technology security.
Significant experience in card payment environments and regulated contexts
Expertise in certificate management, chain of trust and certification authorities.
Practical experience with security hardware modules, such as Utimaco, Thales or equivalent technologies.
Proficiency in observability and logging tools used in operational security situations.
Understand the security requirements related to payment standards and their technical application in complex environments.

Languages:

French

Skills

Analytical Skills Communication Negotiation Software Development Life Cycle Teamwork Technical Documentation Accountability Influence others Mobilization Standards Compliance Cloud security Cybersecurity standards Rigor Intellectual Curiosity Collaboration

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.

* Health and wellness program, including many options

* Flexible group insurance

* Generous pension plan

* Employee Share Ownership Plan

* Employee and Family Assistance Program

* Preferential banking services

* Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives

* Telemedicine service

* Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family. 

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people.   Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees. 

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Come live your ambitions with us!

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For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?