- Employer: PPI Management Inc.
- Office: 205 Quarry Park Boulevard SE
- Location: Calgary, Alberta
- Other Possible Location(s): North York, Ontario; Vancouver, British Columbia
- Job category: Not Evaluated (Job Family)
- Job ID: JR10026839
- Job type: Permanent Job
- Apply before: 2026-07-03
PPI (an independent subsidiary of iA Financial) is an Insurance Marketing Organization that sits between independent advisors and insurance companies. From coast-to-coast, we provide value-added services and support such as digital tools, education, marketing, and processing, to help advisors elevate and grow their business with a socially responsible mindset.
At PPI, each day you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference when you support our independent insurance advisors in providing financial security and peace of mind to their clients: Canadian families and businesses.
When you join PPI you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and equitable place to work that values different perspectives. You will benefit from a culture that is people-focused, inclusive and collaborative with opportunities to learn and develop your skills, develop your career and make a meaningful impact.
Our people drive our progress through innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence. We work hard and always ensure we have fun along the way.
PPI is pleased to provide employees with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. This role is eligible for working from home up to 3 days per week.
For more information about PPI visit: www.ppi.ca.
Senior Security Engineer
The Senior Security Engineer works closely with the Infrastructure and Information Security teams to establish and maintain network security and performance by implementing process and systems, documenting procedures/policies/systems, troubleshooting security related problems, and monitoring the environment to ensure system security, availability and reliability.
Security responsibilities include leading the identification of and responding to security events, documentation and implementation of policies for cyber security, disaster recovery and business continuity needs, while leading in the migration of non-compliant environments to compliant environments, as well as implementation of procedures and methods for auditing and addressing non-compliance to information security standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the implementation and maintenance of PPI's:
Cybersecurity systems and controls
Security technologies, including Firewalls, IPS/IPD, vulnerability scanners, SIEM system, etc.;
IT management infrastructure including the automation of IT tasks, standard build, monitoring and paging, managed patch deployment, managed application deployment.
Participate as a senior member of the Vulnerability Management team.
Participate as a senior member of the Incident Management team.
Participate as a senior member of the Security Configuration team.
Provide support, training, and knowledge transfer to other team members.
Assist with keeping PPI's IT/Cybersecurity documentation up-to-date.
Assist with the documentation of PPI's security and IT policies.
Assist with reporting on PPI's security posture.
Assist with mitigating/resolving identified security vulnerabilities.
Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Tier 3 level technical issues.
Respond, mitigate and recovery assigned security events.
Assist with compiling monthly security reports and updating KPIs.
Assist with testing and scanning for vulnerabilities and documenting results.
Assist with monitoring for security breaches.
Maintain field expertise through additional training as needed.
Travel to various PPI locations to assist with security systems implementation, as required.
Provide on-call support as part of PPI’s rotational on-call schedule for approximately 10 weeks per year, with premium compensation for assigned on-call weeks.
Additional projects and security-related responsibilities as requested and assigned.
Education, Experience and Skills:
Degree in computer sciences or related discipline required
A minimum of 7 years of experience in a related capacity, preferably in a financial services or insurance environment
Demonstrated project management abilities and able to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrated proficiency with scripting, preferably PowerShell
In-depth knowledge and experience with security technologies: Firewalls, IPS/IPD, vulnerability scanners, and SIEM System, including firewall rule building and maintaining
Hands on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytic tools
Exemplary interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and work harmoniously with multiple teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in documentation
Proven skill as creative problem-solver with ability to troubleshoot IT technical problems at a Tier 3 level
Experience with Cybersecurity Frameworks such as OSFI or NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguous situations, shifting demands and challenging work environments
Outstanding organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities
Exemplary ethical standards with a proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion
Must be able to travel
Bilingualism (English and French) beneficial but not required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint in particular
This role is for an existing position. The expected salary range for this position starts at $120,000 and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and skill set.
We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your resume may be used for other vacancies.
See why so many people choose iA!
iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 10,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than five million clients and 50,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.
With over $235 billion in assets, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 130 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.
At iA, we’re invested in you.
At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.
Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, write to us. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.
PPI (an independent subsidiary of iA Financial) is an Insurance Marketing Organization that sits between independent advisors and insurance companies. From coast-to-coast, we provide value-added services and support such as digital tools, education, marketing, and processing, to help advisors elevate and grow their business with a socially responsible mindset.
At PPI, each day you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference when you support our independent insurance advisors in providing financial security and peace of mind to their clients: Canadian families and businesses.
When you join PPI you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and equitable place to work that values different perspectives. You will benefit from a culture that is people-focused, inclusive and collaborative with opportunities to learn and develop your skills, develop your career and make a meaningful impact.
Our people drive our progress through innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence. We work hard and always ensure we have fun along the way.
PPI is pleased to provide employees with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. This role is eligible for working from home up to 3 days per week.
For more information about PPI visit: www.ppi.ca.
Senior Security Engineer
The Senior Security Engineer works closely with the Infrastructure and Information Security teams to establish and maintain network security and performance by implementing process and systems, documenting procedures/policies/systems, troubleshooting security related problems, and monitoring the environment to ensure system security, availability and reliability.
Security responsibilities include leading the identification of and responding to security events, documentation and implementation of policies for cyber security, disaster recovery and business continuity needs, while leading in the migration of non-compliant environments to compliant environments, as well as implementation of procedures and methods for auditing and addressing non-compliance to information security standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the implementation and maintenance of PPI's:
Cybersecurity systems and controls
Security technologies, including Firewalls, IPS/IPD, vulnerability scanners, SIEM system, etc.;
IT management infrastructure including the automation of IT tasks, standard build, monitoring and paging, managed patch deployment, managed application deployment.
Participate as a senior member of the Vulnerability Management team.
Participate as a senior member of the Incident Management team.
Participate as a senior member of the Security Configuration team.
Provide support, training, and knowledge transfer to other team members.
Assist with keeping PPI's IT/Cybersecurity documentation up-to-date.
Assist with the documentation of PPI's security and IT policies.
Assist with reporting on PPI's security posture.
Assist with mitigating/resolving identified security vulnerabilities.
Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Tier 3 level technical issues.
Respond, mitigate and recovery assigned security events.
Assist with compiling monthly security reports and updating KPIs.
Assist with testing and scanning for vulnerabilities and documenting results.
Assist with monitoring for security breaches.
Maintain field expertise through additional training as needed.
Travel to various PPI locations to assist with security systems implementation, as required.
Provide on-call support as part of PPI’s rotational on-call schedule for approximately 10 weeks per year, with premium compensation for assigned on-call weeks.
Additional projects and security-related responsibilities as requested and assigned.
Education, Experience and Skills:
Degree in computer sciences or related discipline required
A minimum of 7 years of experience in a related capacity, preferably in a financial services or insurance environment
Demonstrated project management abilities and able to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrated proficiency with scripting, preferably PowerShell
In-depth knowledge and experience with security technologies: Firewalls, IPS/IPD, vulnerability scanners, and SIEM System, including firewall rule building and maintaining
Hands on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytic tools
Exemplary interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and work harmoniously with multiple teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in documentation
Proven skill as creative problem-solver with ability to troubleshoot IT technical problems at a Tier 3 level
Experience with Cybersecurity Frameworks such as OSFI or NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguous situations, shifting demands and challenging work environments
Outstanding organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities
Exemplary ethical standards with a proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion
Must be able to travel
Bilingualism (English and French) beneficial but not required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint in particular
This role is for an existing position. The expected salary range for this position starts at $120,000 and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and skill set.
We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your resume may be used for other vacancies.
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