Posted 10 days ago
Security advisor
@ Federation Caisses Desjardins
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
Federation Caisses Desjardins is hiring a full-time on-site security advisor to help develop and optimize security measures aligned with corporate objectives. The role advises business sectors, supports sub-specialties such as personal information protection, information security, physical security and financial crime prevention, and requires bilingual French and advanced English. A valid driver's licence and occasional travel are required.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose security risks, needs and challenges
- Advise business sectors on security matters
- Develop and implement security policies and action plans
- Analyze data, conduct studies and write reports
- Train stakeholders and raise security awareness
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Minimum four years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of French required
- Advanced English proficiency
- Valid driver's licence
- Flexible hours and occasional travel
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-28
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | French, English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Wellness |
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Federation Caisses Desjardins
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Full company description
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.
- LinkedIn followers
- 379,882
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 43,673
- Reported office locations
- 100, rue des Commandeurs, Lévis, Québec G6V 7N5, CA
- 11 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 4C7, CA
- 110 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0T1, CA
- 1 Complexe Desjardins, Montreal, QC H2X, CA
- Business categories
- Banking
- InsurTech
- Insurance
- Financial Services
- Other recorded names
- Desjardins
- Specialties
- Services financiers
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Banking |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Lévis, Québec |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Services financiers |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 173 |
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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
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!
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Security (FG)Unposting Date
2026-11-17Journal
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