Cyber Cloud Security and AI Lead

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid, 3 days on-site/client site, 2 days remote)

Language: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required, with the ability to present complex technical and cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Duration: 5-month contract

About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about shaping the future of AI security while helping organizations strengthen their cyber resilience? We are seeking an experienced Cyber Cloud Security and AI Lead to join a leading consulting environment, where you'll work alongside clients to design, implement, and optimize AI security strategies that protect critical systems, data, and emerging technologies.

This is an opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, partnering with multidisciplinary cybersecurity professionals and executive stakeholders on high-impact engagements. You'll play a key role in driving innovation, mentoring teams, and delivering solutions that help organizations confidently adopt AI while managing evolving security risks.

What's In It for You
• Work on cutting-edge AI security and cloud cybersecurity initiatives across diverse client environments.
• Collaborate with experienced cybersecurity professionals in a highly consultative and innovative setting.
• Gain exposure to enterprise-scale transformation projects and executive-level stakeholders.
• Join a culture that values continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
• Make a meaningful impact by helping organizations strengthen their security posture in an evolving technology landscape.

Your Responsibilities
• You'll lead client engagements from assessment and strategy through design, implementation, and optimization of AI security governance, processes, and technology.
• You'll manage project plans, budgets, resources, and delivery milestones to ensure successful engagement outcomes.
• You'll develop AI security strategies, conduct cybersecurity risk assessments, and establish policies aligned with industry regulations and best practices.
• You'll support business development activities including proposals, technical presentations, solution demonstrations, and client relationship management.
• You'll monitor emerging AI security threats, provide incident response guidance, and present recommendations to senior leadership and clients.
• You'll mentor cybersecurity professionals while fostering collaboration and a security-first culture across cross-functional teams.

Skills and Qualifications
• Experience leading cybersecurity, AI, data science, or technology risk initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of AI security governance and cybersecurity frameworks including NIST AI Risk Management Framework, ISO/IEC 42001, and ISO/IEC 23894.
• Hands-on experience with AI technologies and programming languages such as Python, R, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Proven project and stakeholder management experience within consulting or complex enterprise environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing security assessments, proposals, and executive presentations.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.