Director, Cybersecurity – Information Technology

Alberta Blue Cross

. Lead and inspire cybersecurity teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeCanadaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading cybersecurity teams and developing multi-year strategies aligned with enterprise objectives and regulatory expectations. Proven ability to manage cybersecurity portfolios, drive operational impact, and ensure compliance with standards while fostering collaboration and high performance.

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Cybersecurity LeadershipNIST Cybersecurity FrameworkBudgeting and Financial AcumenStrategic ThinkingIncident Commandership

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity GovernanceRisk ManagementIncident ResponseCybersecurity Policy DevelopmentContinuous AssessmentOperational Impact DeliveryRegulatory CompliancePortfolio ManagementData-Driven Decision-MakingChange Leadership

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Cybersecurity Certifications

Industry Keywords

Enterprise CybersecurityRisk AppetiteAudit ExpectationsEmerging ThreatsStrategic Partnerships

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and inspire cybersecurity teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance
Direct and oversee cybersecurity managers and subject matter experts
Mentor and develop team members
Define and execute a multi-year cybersecurity strategy aligned with enterprise objectives, risk appetite, and regulatory expectations
Manage and support continuous assessment of the cybersecurity practice
Build relationships with senior executives, business leaders, and technology partners
Establish and maintain strategic external partnerships
Lead cybersecurity governance and enable risk-based decision-making
Oversee the cybersecurity practice to ensure risk remains within organizational tolerance
Lead the evolution of cybersecurity policies, standards, runbooks, and methodologies
Ensure compliance with internal and external standards, regulations, and audit expectations
Partner with business leaders and technology teams to manage dependencies and drive outcomes
Direct responses to critical and enterprise-wide cybersecurity incidents
Align with Enterprise Risk, Privacy, Legal, Human Resources, and other partners
Manage the cybersecurity portfolio, including governance, operations, risk management, and strategic planning
Drive operational impact in delivery performance, prioritization, risk mitigation, and value realization
Manage the cybersecurity portfolio budget and spend
Oversee the cybersecurity partner ecosystem
Monitor emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes
Prepare and deliver cybersecurity reporting to executive leadership and the Board of Directors
Represent Alberta Blue Cross on national committees and regulatory bodies
Drive improvements in cybersecurity risk management, resilience, audit closure, governance, awareness, and incident detection and response

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field
Advanced education or cybersecurity certifications are strong assets
10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience
5+ years overseeing enterprise cybersecurity portfolios
Strong knowledge of and experience with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and value realization
Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams
Strong strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making skills
Composure and leadership presence during high-intensity and critical cybersecurity events
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with ability to influence at all levels including executives
Demonstrated change leadership
Forward-looking, innovative, and adaptable mindset
Commitment to lifelong learning
Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and adapt to shifting priorities
Ability to inspire and develop talent through coaching, mentoring, and accountability
Strengths in negotiation, budgeting, planning, organizing, and delegation
Experience partnering with senior leaders to shape and deliver measurable strategies
Advanced proficiency in strategic thinking, leadership, analytical skills, collaboration, and incident commandership
Satisfactory criminal record check required as a condition of employment following a conditional offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthy work-life balance
Opportunities for career growth
Innovative, high-energy, team-focused work environment
Inclusive workplace that values diversity and unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences