Manager, IT Security Services

Job Summary:

The Manager, IT Security Services leads the strategic and operational management of WCB’s enterprise security program. This role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational data and systems through proactive policy development, solution deployment, staff leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. The manager acts as a key liaison between IT, business units, and external partners to promote a culture of security awareness and resilience.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Research, advocates, selects, and implements enterprise-wide security solutions to protect the organization, its partners, and vendors.
• Leads the development and enforcement of IT security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Provides strategic direction and leadership to security staff.
• Oversees recruitment, performance management, and professional development in alignment with WCB’s values and policies.
• Evaluates emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to determine business impact.
• Communicates security risks and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and IT teams.
• Acts as a subject matter expert in cloud, applications, databases, networks, and operating systems.
• Ensures compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, and security best practices
• Collaborates with architects and analysts to embed security into all IT systems and platforms.
• Ensures solutions meet risk mitigation, business goals, and regulatory standards.
• Leads or contributes to high-complexity projects across multiple technical domains and business units.

Qualifications:

A University Degree or Masters in Computer Science, Information Systems or related technical discipline from an accredited University including:

One or more of the following certifications:

• GIAC Security Essentials Certification or GIAC Security Leadership Certification
• ISACA Certified Information Security Manager
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Security
• (ISC)2 SCCP, (ISC)2 CISSP or (ISC)2 ISSAP
• Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) certification or Associate Business Continuity Professional (ABCP) certification
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification

Minimum of 10 years’ experience with combined IT and security work experience with a broad exposure to infrastructure systems, desktop operations, cloud systems, multi-platform environments, database management, information security practices, related technologies, and their related support processes and high exposure end-user situations.

Application Deadline: October 10, 2025Applications:

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is received through the online application system prior to close. Each application must include a cover letter explaining how each qualification is met and an updated resume.

The Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board is committed to achieving a representative workforce. Members of designated groups (women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) are encouraged to apply.