Senior Security Specialist, Toronto

Shape the future of enterprise security strategy within one of Canada’s leading insurance environments.

The Role Capco is seeking a Senior Security Specialist to support a major financial services client in developing and evolving their Web Application Firewall (WAF) strategy and target operating model. This role is ideal for a highly experienced cybersecurity professional with deep expertise in network security, firewalls, and enterprise security architecture.

You will work closely with client stakeholders across security, infrastructure, architecture, and operations teams to help define scalable security capabilities, strengthen governance models, and improve operational effectiveness across critical security domains.

What You’ll Do

Lead the development of a strategic WAF operating model aligned to enterprise security objectives and regulatory expectations

Assess and enhance current-state network security and firewall capabilities across complex enterprise environments

Partner with architecture and engineering teams to define secure design principles and implementation standards

Provide subject matter expertise across network security, firewall governance, segmentation, and security architecture

Deliver actionable recommendations, stakeholder presentations, and strategic roadmaps for security transformation initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Extensive experience in cybersecurity, with strong expertise in network security, firewalls, and enterprise security architecture

Proven experience developing or supporting WAF strategies, governance frameworks, or operating models within large organizations

Strong understanding of security controls, threat mitigation approaches, and infrastructure security best practices

Experience working within regulated industries such as insurance, banking, or financial services

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences

Bonus Points For

Experience with leading WAF technologies such as Akamai, F5, Cloudflare, Imperva, or AWS WAF

Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and modern security operating models

Knowledge of cloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, or GCP environments

Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or equivalent

Previous consulting experience delivering strategic cybersecurity initiatives for enterprise clients

Why Join Capco

Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS&Energy

Comprehensive Benefits Coverage– 100% company-paid health, life, and disability insurance effective from Day 1 of employment

Retirement Savings Program– Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with the option of receiving a matching employer contribution

Virtual Health Care– Company-paid program available to all employees and their dependents/partners

Employee&Family Assistance Program (EFAP)– Company-paid support services for employees and their dependents/partners

Wellness Support– Fitness reimbursement benefit to promote health and well-being

Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $153,000 - $197,000 CAD.

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