Senior consultant - cloud security

Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference. 

We are seeking a Cloud Security Expert. This key role will contribute to strengthening our cloud security and architecture capabilities, with a particular focus on Microsoft solutions.

 

The successful candidate will provide advisory services, define secure cloud architectures, and implement and maintain secure cloud foundations for our clients. Depending on the context, they may also provide support in the event of a security incident.

What you will do

• Advise and support clients in defining secure cloud architectures, primarily on Microsoft Azure, based on the following frameworks: Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework (WAF).
• Design and deliver Azure Landing Zone cloud environments, preferably using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), in accordance with security, governance, and operational best practices.
• Contribute to the definition of cloud governance models, including identity management, network segmentation, logging, monitoring, and compliance.
• Deploy and configure cloud security controls, including CNAPP solutions, alerting mechanisms, and continuous monitoring.
• Assess environments, analyze security recommendations (Microsoft Defender for Cloud, CNAPP tools, benchmarks, etc.), and lead their implementation.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and governance teams to ensure the consistent integration of security controls.
• Automate the deployment of resources, configurations, and security controls using Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Deliver high-quality deliverables, including target architectures, design documents, security posture reports, and recommendations for management.
• Stay up to date with developments in cloud platforms and cloud security solution.

 

What you bring to the role

• Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cloud security, cloud architecture, or infrastructure security.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including:
  • Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF)
  • Well-Architected Framework (WAF)
  • CIS
  • Azure-native security (Entra ID, networking, logging, Defender for Cloud, GitHub Advanced Security, etc.)
• Knowledge of at least one other cloud provider (AWS or GCP) is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly Bicep and/or Terraform, including:
  • Resource deployment
  • Secure configuration
  • Azure Policies and compliance controls
• Experience with cloud security solutions and CNAPP.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to work in complex environments and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (AZ-500, AZ-305, CCSP, CISSP, AWS Security, etc.) are considered an asset.

This position requires written and oral fluency in English because it involves interpretation and application of English standards, guidance, laws and regulations, servicing of English-speaking clients located across Canada and collaboration with English Speaking colleagues located outside of Quebec.

 

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

 

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

 

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

 

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

 

AI Usage

 

We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

 

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.