In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

The position at a glance

We are currently seeking an IT Infra & Cyber Security Specialist with expertise in Vulnerability Management to be located in our Montreal site. This position will report to the Production Security Vulnerability Management head.

In detail

• Lead contributor to related Governance/Steering committees, associated KPI reporting, action tracking and stakeholder management.
• Strong business requirements and analysis skills with business partners to define appropriate solutions; meeting both security mandates and business needs.
• Oversee and ensure BAU activities of Production Security Vulnerability Management function are performed according to established procedures.
• Establish and maintain relationships with IT Infrastructure, Development & Application Support teams to achieve remediation objectives driven by BAU & Project related priorities
• Define, review and update process documentation that defines the Vulnerability Management Program, policies, and procedures.
• Lead support to remediation stakeholders to assess, prioritize  and track execution of remediation efforts and related activities.
• Develop and improve the reporting of KPIs, metrics, and trend analysis for vulnerability management functions.
• Mentor and support VM team analysts by sharing best practices and expertise for managing the Vulnerability Management function.
• Maintain alignment with other regions by on-going collaboration during periodic product owner and security workshops. 

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong overall IT Infrastructure and Cyber Security expertise
• Strong experience with VM scanning tools (Nexpose, Qualys, Tanium and others)
• Strong experience with operating systems, network security, protocols, application security, infrastructure hardening and security baselines.
• Experience with Reporting/BI platforms (ie, PowerBI, JIRA and similar platforms)
• Experience working with large data sets and ability to summarize findings to achieve target objectives
• Ability to coordinate, build relationships, and represent Production Security with stakeholders
• Process improvement experience, ability to identify feasible solutions and recommend new approaches
• Solid problem solving & analytical skills; must be resourceful, innovative, results driven and adaptable
• Extensive experience with MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and others
• Experience of industry standards relating to Vulnerability Management including Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE), Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS)
• Experience Security Standards/Controls specified under various IT governance and compliance models (NIST, HIPAA, PCI, GDPR, ISO 27001&27002).
• Previous experience working in large-scale environments with diverse technologies is a must
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of the English is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S./B.E. in Computer Science or equivalent field
• Minimum of 10+years of professional experience
• IT Development/Infrastructure background (Developer, DevOps, System Admin)
• Industry certifications such as CISM, CISSP, CRISC or similar
• Project Management skills
• Financial Services background

What’s in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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What you need to know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
• BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, you can contact accessibility@us.bnpparibas.com
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Montreal’s Top Employers 2024
• Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024
• Women in Governance  – Parity certified -  Platinum certification
• Pride at Work Canada
• Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
• Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
• Synclusiv
• Ready, Willing and Able
• Autisme sans Limites
• LinkedIn Top Companies 2024

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