Infrastructure Network Security Architect

Lead infrastructure and network security architecture for Gowling WLG, shaping secure connectivity, Azure platforms, and internet-facing services across Canada.

This experienced individual-contributor architect defines enterprise standards, reference designs, and roadmaps for infrastructure, networking, and cloud security. You will translate cybersecurity policies, risk requirements, and business needs into practical architecture. The work connects infrastructure engineering, cloud platforms, and security operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop security standards, reference architectures, and multi-year roadmaps
• Own secure connectivity, remote access, and perimeter defense architecture
• Design firewalls, IDS/IPS, and WAF architectures
• Define segmentation, micro-segmentation, and Zero Trust patterns
• Guide implementation alongside engineering and security teams

Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience
• 5+ years in infrastructure or network security architecture
• Hands-on experience securing enterprise networks and Azure infrastructure
• Experience with SD-WAN, SASE, ZTNA, and Zero Trust
• Strong communication skills for executive audiences

Apply infrastructure security architecture expertise to strengthen Azure, connectivity, resilience, and secure-by-design delivery at Gowling WLG.

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