Director, Cyber Resilience and Risk Strategy

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM About eSentire: eSentire is on a mission to hunt, investigate and stop cyber threats before they become business disrupting events. We were founded on the premise that if you can't find a solution, you build it. And today, that means pioneering the future of AI-powered security. At eSentire, we're building a cutting-edge AI Security Operations Platform that will amplify human expertise, not replace it, creating a workplace where innovation meets impact. Our culture is based on transparency, teamwork, and continuous innovation, where your ideas can shape how AI and human intelligence work together to outsmart cyber adversaries. As the authority in Managed Detection and Response, we protect the critical data and applications of 2000+ organizations in 80+ countries, across 35 industries—and we're looking for forward-thinking talent to help us define what AI-first security, human-backed trust means for the industry. About the Role: The Director of Cyber Resilience and Risk Strategy is responsible for leading eSentire's CISO & Advisory Services that includes cyber resilience, risk advisory, governance, and strategic consulting capabilities. This role serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, boards of directors, and client stakeholders, helping organizations understand, manage, and reduce cyber risk while building sustainable cyber programs. The Director combines deep cybersecurity expertise with business acumen to develop strategies, frameworks, assessments, and transformation roadmaps that align security investments with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and evolving threat landscapes. The role also contributes to the growth of eSentire's Advisory Services practice through service innovation, thought leadership, team mentorship, client relationship management, and sales support. Responsibilities CISO & Advisory Practice Leadership Lead delivery quality and methodology development across cyber advisory engagements. Mentor and coach CISO & Advisory team members. Establish standards, templates, tools, and delivery approaches for advisory services. Contribute to resource planning, talent development, and capability growth. Support onboarding activities for advisory resources. Business Development & Growth Support sales pursuits, proposal development, Statements of Work (SOWs), and client presentations. Assist account teams in identifying opportunities to expand cybersecurity services. Build and maintain executive-level client relationships. Develop new service offerings aligned to emerging market demands. Represent eSentire through thought leadership, presentations, industry events, and strategic partnerships Strategic Advisory Act as a senior trusted advisor to client executives, boards, and cybersecurity leaders. Develop enterprise cyber strategies and multi-year security transformation roadmaps. Guide organizations in establishing governance structures, resilience programs, and cybersecurity operating models. Advise clients on cyber risk management, regulatory compliance, and security program maturity initiatives. Facilitate executive and board-level cyber risk discussions. Cyber Risk & Resilience Services Lead cybersecurity assessments aligned to recognized frameworks including NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, NIST 800-53\800-171, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements. Design and oversee cyber resilience reviews, maturity assessments, gap assessments, and strategic program evaluations. Develop risk quantification methodologies and risk-based prioritization approaches. Support the creation and enhancement of: Cyber Risk Management Frameworks, Information Security Programs, Security Governance Models, Incident Response Programs, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Strategies, Third-Party Risk Management Programs, Security Metrics and KPI/KRI Frameworks Executive Communication & Reporting Develop executive briefings, board presentations, and strategic assessment reports. Translate technical findings into business-focused risk discussions. Present recommendations to C-suite stakeholders and boards of directors. Communicate cyber metrics and program maturity in a language aligned with business objectives. Industry Research & Innovation Monitor evolving cyber threats, regulatory developments, and industry trends. Evaluate emerging technologies, resilience methodologies, and risk management approaches. Contribute to the development of intellectual property, frameworks, and consulting methodologies. Support innovation initiatives that enhance eSentire's advisory and resilience services. Required Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Risk Management, or equivalent experience. Experience 10+ years of cybersecurity, risk management, governance, or technology leadership experience. 5+ years leading complex cybersecurity consulting or advisory engagements. Experience presenting to executive leadership teams and boards. Experience developing cybersecurity strategies, resilience roadmaps, and governance programs. Experience managing client relationships and professional services engagements. Technical & Professional Expertise Deep understanding of: Cyber Resilience, Enterprise Risk Management, Security Governance, Incident Response, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery, Security Architecture, Third-Party Risk Management, Cloud Security, Security Operations, Regulatory Compliance, AI Governance. Strong knowledge of frameworks such as: NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, NIST 800-53\800-171, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA Certifications (Preferred) CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, CBCP, CCSP, AAISM This posting is for an existing vacancy Work Location If the successful candidate is located within 50 km of our Waterloo, Ontario office, this role will follow a hybrid schedule: work from home on Mondays and Fridays, and work onsite Tuesday through Thursday. Candidates residing more than 50 km from the office will work fully remote. Compensation Range The expected base salary range for this role is $180,000 to $200,000 CAD. This range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and internal equity. Our Culture and Values We celebrate diversity, operating with mutual respect and consideration, in an environment that fosters inclusivity for all. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make us stronger – if you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. It takes a diverse set of thoughts, cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to be a true market leader. Total Rewards We believe in rewarding performance and providing comprehensive benefits tailored to support your well-being. Our package includes: Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus tied to personal and company performance. Please note that bonus payments are not guaranteed Competitive benefit program Paid parental leave Matching RRSP program Competitive employee referral bonus Artificial Intelligence (AI) Notice: As part of our recruitment process, eSentire may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist recruiters with reviewing and summarizing application materials. All candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by members of our hiring team Accommodation If you have any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please reach out to our HR team at [email protected] and any accommodation needs will be addressed upon request. Your talents and unique perspectives are valued, and we look forward to the opportunity to work together to build a more inclusive future. It's our mission at eSentire to protect our customers 24/7/365 and we extend this conviction to job seekers. During the application and interview process, eSentire will communicate with you from one of our corporate "@esentire.com" email addresses, never from a public email address.