Cyber Security Manager

• Work closely with the CIO, IT Operations Manager, and Senior Manager – Applications & Development to develop and evolve security policies, standards, and architectural principles that protect KF networks, data, cloud environments, and assets while enabling business operations.
• Anticipate and identify changes in cybersecurity obligations arising from contract amendments, customer requirements, or new bids. Assess impacts and lead adjustments to ensure KF remains compliant.
• Conduct regular audits of policies, controls, and processes; recommend targeted improvements to enhance KF’s overall cyber maturity.
• Integrate recognized frameworks (e.g., NIST, ITSP10.171, ISO 27001) into KF’s security governance to align with aerospace and defense expectations.
• Maintain strong situational awareness of evolving cybersecurity threats, emerging technologies, reported breaches, and regulatory trends.
• Ensure KF’s cybersecurity strategy incorporates modern practices such as Zero Trust, identity governance, cloud security principles, and modern endpoint security.

• Develop business cases, cost/benefit analyses, and investment plans for cybersecurity initiatives.
• Partner with the CIO on annual OPEX/CAPEX budget development and actively manage spending.
• Evaluate and improve existing cybersecurity technologies, infrastructure, and cloud-based controls.
• Assess the cyber security posture of third-party vendors and partners, recommend acceptance or required remediation, and ensure alignment with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Negotiate and administer vendor, outsourcing, and consultant agreements related to cybersecurity services.

• Lead and manage cybersecurity staff, fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and inclusive team culture.
• Oversee recruitment, supervision, scheduling, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions.

• Lead KF’s incident response process, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring timely containment and recovery, and conducting post-incident reviews.
• Maintain and enhance security playbooks, runbooks, standard operating procedures, and response guidelines.
• Manage KF’s cybersecurity training platform and associated awareness campaigns; monitor engagement metrics and optimize campaigns to drive strong user adoption.
• Plan, conduct, and report on simulations, tabletop exercises, and other cyber readiness assessments, ensuring learning translates to actionable improvements.
• Oversee the production, analysis, and reporting of cybersecurity KPIs; recommend improvements to the CIO.
• Produce ongoing internal communications and user education materials to enhance organizational security awareness.
• Manage the cybersecurity project portfolio, ensuring prioritization and delivery align with business needs and strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with key non-IT departments (Legal, Contracts, HR, PMO, Safety/QA) to ensure integrated cybersecurity risk management across the organization.

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field, and 10 years of relevant work experience.
• CISM, CISSP certification, or equivalent framework-based certifications preferred

• Strong technical knowledge of cybersecurity principles, controls, architectures, and best practices, including cloud security (Azure, M365), identity management, and Zero Trust.
• Solid knowledge of network hardware, protocols, and standards.
• Strong understanding of organizational business goals, operational realities, and risk tolerance.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Understanding of Canadian Government security standards and aerospace industry cyber requirements.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Experience developing and maturing a cybersecurity program within a multi-site or regulated environment.

• Ability to obtain Canadian Government Secret clearance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication abilities.
• Pragmatic and business-oriented approach to balancing security and operational needs.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of performing effectively in high-pressure environments.
• Strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative mindset with extensive experience working in team-based environments.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites.

• Health and Dental
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Spending Account
• Personal time off
• The opportunity to bank overtime
• Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• A bonus program based on organizational performance

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