Solutions Architect – Information Security

Requisition Number: 35463
Job Category: Administration
Division: Nat – Information Systems (80069756)
Department: Information Technology
Work Location: METRO – Terrebonne (#M-TERR), Quebec, Canada
Job Type: Permanent

Seize the opportunity to play a key role in protecting our digital environment!

As a Solutions Architect – Information Security, you will be a strategic player within our IT team. You will be responsible for developing, evolving, and implementing robust security solutions that support Metro's strategic direction. Your expertise will help you meet the company's needs while ensuring the protection of its information assets.

Why join Metro?

• Stimulating and collaborative environment

• Hybrid remote work

• Group benefits coverage starting from day one

• Competitive pension plan

• Flexible hours to promote work-life balance

• Professional development opportunities

• Free parking

• Mobility between different sites (Laval, Montreal, Varennes, Ontario)

Your main responsibilities

• Design, configure, test, and deploy information security tools and solutions.

• Act as an expert consultant and, if necessary, trainer for IT teams and security-related competence centers.

• Analyze business needs and recommend secure technology solutions tailored to the objectives of internal clients.

• Conduct ongoing technology monitoring to monitor market developments and adjust security solutions accordingly.

• Develop security architecture guidelines, practices, and approaches to support the company's strategic objectives.

• Maintain security architecture documentation up to date and coordinate its development with stakeholders.

• Actively participate in various IT projects and change management, including acceptance testing and post-implementation support.

• Ensure the quality of security solutions by planning, coordinating, and conducting testing and validation activities.

• Provide specialized support to various areas of the organization for the use and configuration of security tools.

• Participate in the review and optimization of security processes, work methods, and communication plans.

• Contribute to the harmonization of processes across various departments. systems, while adhering to company standards and policies.

• Collaborate closely with IT departments, business units, external consultants, and other stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in information security

• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and standards

• Preferred professional certifications: CISSP, CEH, GIAC (e.g., GCIH, GPEN)

• General technical understanding (networking, operating systems, development, databases, etc.)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Bilingualism French/English required (frequent interactions with English-speaking partners)

• Available for occasional travel between Metro sites

Key Skills

• Customer and results-oriented

• Excellent oral and written communication skills written

• Ability to popularize and synthesize complex technical concepts

• Strong team spirit and collaborative leadership

• Rigor, autonomy, and strong organizational skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills problems

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a constantly changing environment

What you need to know

• Start date: As soon as possible

• Salary: To be discussed based on experience

• Please clearly indicate the job title when applying.

Metro is proud to offer an inclusive and equitable work environment. We firmly believe that diversity is a strength, and we encourage applications from people from all backgrounds. Accommodations may be implemented to facilitate the recruitment process according to your needs.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Agencies are requested not to contact us or submit unsolicited applications.