Join a top employer and advance your career. Exciting remote contract opportunity for an experienced IT Risk and Compliance Management Specialist with our Government client based in Winnipeg.  This will be a 6-month term to start with an expected total duration of 24 months. 

The IT Risk and Compliance Management Specialist will have a minimum of 10 years of experience with defining, implementing, and operating an IT Risk and Compliance Management function, including its framework, policies, standards, organization structure, staffing, process and tools and its integration with Enterprise Risk Management.

Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the IT Risk and Compliance Management framework, processes, and tools.Deliver or lead training IT executive, IT Leader and Business Leader awareness and training on the IT Risk and Compliance Management framework and process.Conduct IT risk assessments with IT and business leaders to ensure IT risk is identified and mitigated to an acceptable level.Establish formal IT Risk and Compliance reporting at the company or Line of Business level.Publish an enterprise level IT Risk Report and present the report annually to the IT Executive.Conduct independent risk, compliance and controls assessments as requested by IT executives or leaders.Develop and implement IT policies/ standards and controls across all divisions.Other business analyst duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications or Experience:Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Commerce or an equivalent fieldMinimum of ten (10) years of experience working as an IT Risk and Compliance Management SpecialistMinimum of five (5) years of experience leading an IT Risk and Compliance Management functionExcellent organizational, interpersonal and written communication skillsAbility to deal with highly confidential mattersKnowledge of related policies, procedures, and practicesKnowledge of business impact analysis.Ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines.Demonstrated strong analytical and investigative skills regarding complex issues.Develop and deliver training to IT security teams.Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships.Ability to relate to others with all levels of technical competency.Knowledge of security, IT process and control frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 27002, ITIL, TOGAFStrong critical thinking and decision making skillsClear Criminal Background Check

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.