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Robertson & Company Ltd.

IT - Security Specialist V

Hybrid

Toronto, Canada

Senior

Freelance

06-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Leadership Risk Analysis Organization Agile Recruitment

Job Specifications

Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private client, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.

Introduction: Robertson is seeking a skilled IT - Security Specialist V to join our clientin support of an existingvacancy.

Contract Period: 3 months with potential to extend or convert

Pay Rate: Starting from $92 per hour

Location: Toronto, ON

Location Type: Hybrid

Business Hours: Monday-Friday; Core Business Hours

Job Responsibilities:

Provide vision and leadership for developing and supporting security initiatives
Planning and implementation of enterprise IT system, business operation, and facility defenses against security breaches and vulnerability issues
Auditing existing systems, while directing the administration of security policies, activities, and standards
Direct and apply control systems to prevent error, abuse, fraud, etc
Take full responsibility for minimizing disaster threat effects and for recovery
Raise awareness of all levels of the organization regarding security practices
Aligns the security policy with policies and plans of the organization
Constantly review procedures for security failings and disaster recovery
Originating/maintaining security policies and strategies
Ensure compliance with security plans/standards
Manage risk analysis, disaster recovery, planning and event simulation

Experience & Qualification Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree
10 Years of IT Technology Experience
Management experience - will be managing team in terms of processes/ technology issues
Technology background
Engineering technology delivery experience
Agile focused
Very strong communication skills/ strong stakeholder engagement and management skills
Physical security technology experience
Banking experience

Background screening is required as part of the onboarding process. The type of screening required (criminal, credit or other verifications) will vary based on the position and client requirements.

We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist with screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.

How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.

Robertson & the clients we represent are equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment.

About the Company

Robertson & Company Ltd. is a leading professional services firm providing recruitment-related, advisory and consulting services to corporations, professional organizations, governments, and public & private institutions. RELATIONSHIP VERSUS TRANSACTION Success in the recruitment services industry depends on deep relationships built on trust and performance. Our focus is never simply on the transaction at hand but on what is best for our client, both today and in the long run. We consider this unique approach and perspecti... Know more