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Senior Manager, Security GRC & Engineering


Company : LifeLabs


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-06-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

For over 50 years LifeLabs has beenCanadas leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose treat monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible accurate and innovative diagnostic services.We are committed innovators operatingCanadasfirst commercial genetics lab and the countrys largest online patient portal with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results than112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs laboratories annually and our team of more than 6000 passionate caring and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.We know that behind every lab requisition sample being tested or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians lives every day.Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canadas Best Employers reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring agility teamwork and a customercentered approach. As part of this commitment LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.These values are not just words on a page they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.Reports to : Chief Information Security OfficerSchedule : MondayFridayAdditional Requirements : N / ANumber of Positions : 1Start Date : ASAPInternal Application Deadline : May 14 2025LifeLabs operates under a hybrid workforce model. Further details will be provided during the interview stage.This vacancy is for an existing position.Purpose of the RoleThe Sr. Manager Security GRC & Engineering will be an integral member and leader within the LifeLabs Cybersecurity team responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives. LifeLabs will require a fit for purpose GRC program methodologies and toolkits to allow the organization to easily identify assess manage and report risks in a way that brings value to LifeLabs as well as deliver new product and security capabilities and controls directly focused on risk mitigation. This role will also focus on the advancement of the security posture for our systems and infrastructure. This role will directly impact the security across the entire LifeLabs ecosystem.Core responsibilities include creating and leading projects that enhance the organizations governance program security engineering capabilities participate in the management of the organizations technical risks and oversee the organizations compliance with industry regulations. As a pivotal member of the Cybersecurity team this individual will work closely with the CISO as well as large stakeholders across the firm in order to discuss and enable a better understanding of largescale Cybersecurity issues.Your responsibilities will include :Assist the CISO in creating long term security strategies as well as roadmap various governance modelsOversee information security policies and ensure that they meet both internal and external requirements of the industryIdentify information security issues / risks and design mitigation methods to appropriately handle themLeverage technology to streamline process of managing GRC across the enterprisePartner with other teams across the organization to discuss pertinent GRC issuesDevelop new policies and risk reports that are based on frameworks specified by the firmKeep up with ongoing trends and changes within the GRC community and make sure that LifeLabs is up to date with the latest relevant methods and practicesWork with management and executives to develop the business case and define the GRC strategic vision objectives roadmap milestones and financial plans / budgetDevelop and oversee GRC program methodology policies procedures and toolkits requiredWork collaboratively with business units and / or function head / leaders to :Develop update and / or align their policies procedures enterprise taxonomies and other datasets necessaryParticipate and lead meetings with business stakeholders to understand operational business processes identify areas of opportunities and / or improvement through GRC transformationCapture and translate business requirements (operational monitoring and reporting) to technical and functional requirementsPlan prepare and review deliverables in various forms including written reports presentations and meeting discussions with both internal and external partiesLead a team of security engineersDevelop riskbased mitigation strategies for infrastructure platform operating systems and applicationsPartner with internal customers such as infrastructure IAM operations and governance teams to build tooling and technology to optimize continuous deployment monitoring and secure baseline assessment technologiesLead the Engineering Team on relevant security practices as needed (specific to findings)Develop strategy & roadmaps targeted at improving the security posture at LifeLabsManage execution & delivery of roadmap itemsImbed security standard processes into the release to production workflowManage and oversee continuous improvement of security controls and technologiesOversee and own accountability for all security project deliveriesCommunicate with executives to obtain their buyin sponsorship and sustained support.Liaise and work collaboratively with business / functional heads to ensure a successful and sustainable program deliveryEstablish and maintain relationships with T&O and external technology vendors and system integratorsWhat you bring to the role :Bachelors degree or Diploma in IT Business Technology Management or any related technical field7 years of experience working with IT Governance Risk and Controls or in the engineering fieldOne or more relevant security certifications (CISA CISSP CPA CISM CRISC)The candidates IT industry certifications (e.g. CompTIA) will also be taken into considerationImplemented an ISO 27001 programAchieved ISO 27001 certification for an organizationDeveloped or worked in security serviceoriented framework / programStrong experience working and managing a controls objective frameworkExperience in leading or managing large complex transformation and capacity building projectsStrong experience in governance audit risk compliance cyber and policy managementSME in drafting policies procedures and RACI matricesExperience managing compliance of policiesExperience with GRC / IRM technology solutions such as (e.g. RSA Archer ServiceNoW MetricStream Refinitiv OpenPages etc.)Strong knowledge in project management and technology implementation methodologies and lifecyclesProfessional security management certifications are highly preferred (i.e.. CISSP CRISC)Extensive knowledge of GRC and GRC best practicesAbility to process and understand complex information relevant to cyber security initiativesPossess the ability to multitask between projectsUnderstanding of the NIST and ISO framework as well as other associated cyber security standardsLifeLabs compensation programs are commensurate based on the role skill effort responsibility and working conditions irrespective of gender race ethnicity beliefs age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources opportunities as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.In addition to a competitive compensation package LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program specific to the job position. Your package may include :Employee Group Benefits : Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs including Extended Health Care Dental Care and Life Insurance.Retirement Savings PlanVacation and Wellness DaysEmployee Wellness and Giving Programs : Our award winning mental physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive wellbeing of our team members including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program financial planning tools and employee recognition initiatives.Professional development and membership reimbursement access to preferred rates and discount programs including WorkPerks Home and Auto Insurance Costco Membership etc. and optional healthrelated benefits.In accordance with LifeLabs Accessibility Policy and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation please contact your recruiter or email emailprotected .Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs. Vaccinations and / or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments or through employerled vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.Ready to empower healthier Canadians Apply today!Min Hiring Rate $110400.00Max Hiring Rate $140800.00Required Experience :Senior ManagerKey SkillsEmployment Type : Full-TimeExperience : yearsVacancy : 1Yearly Salary Salary : 110400 - 140800Create a job alert for this searchSenior Manager Engineering Toronto, Ontario, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr