Director, Senior Cloud Security Architect

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Toronto, ON

Job Description

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

As Senior Cloud Security Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of secure cloud solutions across the enterprise. You provide expert security consulting, develop scalable frameworks, and embed security into every stage of the solution lifecycle-from design through deployment.

What you will do

Security architecture engagement: Partner with solution teams to understand business drivers, assess application portfolios, and deliver secure architecture designs. Ensure alignment with enterprise security standards and business objectives
Security workstream leadership: Define, manage, and track security workstream tasks. Ensure timely execution of deliverables and integration of security controls into project timelines and solution roadmaps
Architecture artifacts development: Create and maintain high-quality security artifacts including reference architectures, design patterns, and whitepapers. Promote reuse and consistency across solution implementations
Team leadership and mentoring: Provide guidance and mentorship to engineers, analysts, and developers. Foster a security-first mindset and ensure secure design principles are embedded in all phases of solution delivery
Threat modeling and testing: Lead threat modeling exercises to proactively identify risks. Coordinate external penetration testing and ensure remediation of identified vulnerabilities
Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with architecture, engineering, and business teams to ensure a holistic and systemic approach to security. Build strong relationships to drive alignment and shared accountability

What you bring to the role

Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience
Minimum 10-12 years of relevant application development and IT security experience
Professional certifications in information technology security, certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Azure Cybersecurity Expert, or equivalent are highly desirable
Experience in security assessment tools, techniques and methodologies
Experience in integrating security into CI/CD solutions, enabling a secure delivery model (e.g. GitHub Actions).
Working knowledge of application security standards such as OWASP
Perform risk analysis leading to the documentation of all risks and mitigating controls within application environments.
Understanding of threat models and their function to secure applications and their environments
A good knowledge of security design, around building applications systems
Role model, promotion of a culture of good conduct and contribution to maintaining such a culture
Fast learner and critical thinker with excellent skills in problem solving and presentation

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

About KPMG

KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and 7,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world. KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et 7 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.