Chief Information Security Officer (ciso)

Extendicare Inc

Markham, Ontario, Canada
Not specified; compensation will be discussed duri...
Hybrid
10+ years cybersecurity experience
Regulated healthcare environment expertise
Microsoft and amazon multi-cloud models
Extendicare Inc. is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead its IT security program within a regulated healthcare environment. The position requires extensive experience in cybersecurity and healthcare technologies to ensure compliance and enhance patient safety

Job Summary

  • The Chief Information Security Officer provides strategic leadership for the organization's IT Security program in a regulated healthcare environment across Canada.
  • This role requires establishing comprehensive risk management programs aligned with NIST, SOC 2, and Zero Trust frameworks while ensuring compliance with PHIPA and PIPEDA.
  • Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment with continuous mentorship, robust benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a mission-driven team.

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Extendicare Inc. is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead its IT security program within a regulated healthcare environment. The position requires extensive experience in cybersecurity and healthcare technologies to ensure compliance and enhance patient safety.

Salary

Not specified; Compensation will be discussed during recruiting process; Base salary is one component of broader total rewards package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years cybersecurity experience
  • Regulated healthcare environment expertise
  • Microsoft and Amazon multi-cloud models
  • PHIPA and PIPEDA regulatory compliance
  • NIST, SOC 2, and Zero Trust frameworks
  • Third-party risk management program oversight
  • Cybersecurity incident response leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Executive CISO or Deputy CISO background
  • CISSP, CISM, or CRISC certifications
  • Experience with AI business risk mitigation
  • Healthcare accreditation support experience
  • Workday HCM and ServiceNow ITSM familiarity
  • Strong mentorship and culture building skills

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years progressive cybersecurity experience
  • Senior leadership roles in information security
  • Demonstrated healthcare industry experience
  • Professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, CRISC) preferred
  • Experience with Microsoft and Amazon cloud ecosystems

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