Lead, Cyber Resilience & Offensive Security

Join a ChallengerAt EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.
What's kept us moving?The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.
If you're driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity.
We can’t wait to get to know you!
The WorkThis roleisresponsible for theDesigning,planning andexecutingthebank’s CyberResilience Testingand offensive securityprogram, commonly referred to as “red team exercises”.This roledevelops and manages processes thatidentifycontinuous red team and infrastructure penetration test objectives through the course of the yearwhile also planning execution of threat simulation activities.This role facilitates the communication and presentation oftechnicalcyber controleffectivenesstokey stakeholders.
The Core Responsibilities!
Design and executethe bank’s Cyber Resilience Testing programe.G.Red team exercises, cyber threat simulations.
Provides input to theeffectivenesstestingofEQBank’s Enterprise Cyber Security Controlsand cyber roadmap prioritization activities.
Drive cross-functional collaboration to achieve objectives of the programsin purview.
Responsible for maintaining the standards,proceduresand guidelines for domains under purview.
Develop and managemeasures to ensure effective monitoringcontroladequacyand compliance for areasunder purview
Developing andManagingmeans of measuredperformance of control processes and technologiesfor areas under purview.
Provide technical guidance for teamand subject matter advise to stakeholders.
Let’s Talk About You!
A college diploma or university degreein computer science (or related course)or Industry recognized certifications (e.G.CISSP)
Minimum of7years oftechnical ITexperiencewith at least 3-5 years specifically focused on offensive securityroles.
Strong knowledge ofcyber controls testing frameworks such as MITRE Framework
One or more of the following certifications are highly preferred: OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), OSCE (Offensive Security Certified Expert), GPEN (GIAC Penetration Tester), GXPN (GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
Strongengineeringand automation experience,priorhands-onSecurity automationexperienceis desired.
Non-Technical Skills
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Collaboration is key to integrating offensive security insights across the organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and strategically;
This roleneedsto analyzereports to identify patterns and assessweaknesses.
People and team managementabilities.
Technical roadmap development and execution.
Ownership & Accountability
What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]Competitive discretionary bonus
Market leading RRSP match program
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
Generous vacation policy and personal days
Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON .
Equity, Diversity & InclusionEQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role. EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration. To learn more, visit eqb.Investorroom.Com and eqbank.Ca.
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