Senior Security Assurance Specialist

Ottawa - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Snyk is the leader in secure AI software development helping millions of developers develop fast and stay secure as AI transforms how software is built. Our AI-native Developer Security Platform integrates seamlessly into development and security workflows making it easy to find fix and prevent vulnerabilities from code and dependencies to containers and cloud.

Our mission is to empower every developer to innovate securely in the AI era boosting productivity while reducing business risk. Were not your average security company - we build Snyk on One Team Care Deeply Customer Centric and Forward Thinking.

Its how we stay driven supportive and always one step ahead as AI reshapes our world.

Location: Ottawa hybrid (3 days a week in office)

Why this role

Join a high-impact team that protects Snyks global risk posture while enabling revenue growth.

This role combines customer security assurance with third-party risk management in one expanded opportunity. You will partner with Sales Legal Engineering Security and Procurement showcase Snyks security capabilities to enterprise customers and use advanced AI tools to keep our programs ahead of the curve.

What Youll Do:

Lead customer security and compliance calls that help close deals worldwide.
Use AI platforms such as Vanta and Gemini to streamline and improve GRC operations.
Manage the third-party risk lifecycle including onboarding assessments contract reviews monitoring and off-boarding.
Collaborate with Product Security Engineering and Sales to resolve complex security requests.
Respond to due-diligence questions and present security concepts clearly to technical and business audiences.
Review vendor evidence such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001 assign risk tiers and schedule periodic reviews.
Maintain the Trust Portal ensuring FAQs and assurance materials are accurate and current and reviewing and approving access requests.

What You Bring:

Minimum 5 years experience in GRC security assurance or compliance ideally within a SaaS environment.
Proven experience supporting enterprise sales cycles and engaging directly with customers.
Hands-on third-party risk management expertise.
Working knowledge of ISO 27001 ISO 27017 SOC 2 NIST CSF or 800-53 GDPR and FedRAMP.
Familiarity with Jira workflows and GRC platforms such as Vanta.
Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify technical topics for diverse audiences.

Itd Be Awesome If You Also

Have a CISSP CISA CISM or CGRC and maybe a few others you picked up for fun.
Enjoy experimenting with AI tools and prompt engineering to make work smarter.
Love finding creative ways to simplify security concepts for any audience.
Thrive in lively discussions and keep collaboration upbeat even on a deadline.

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We care deeply about the warm inclusive environment weve created and we value diversity we welcome applications from those typically underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this role but are not totally sure whether youre the right person do apply anyway!

About Snyk

Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we rally behind our common mission to make the digital world a safer place. From Snyk employee resource groups to global benefits that help our employees prioritize their health wellness financial security and a work/life blend we aim to support our employees along their entire journeys here at Snyk.

Benefits & Programs

Prioritize health wellness financial security and life balance with programs tailored to your location and role.

Flexible working hours work-from home allowances in-office perks and time off for learning and self development
Generous vacation and wellness time off country-specific holidays and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers
Health benefits employee assistance plans and annual wellness allowance
Country-specific life insurance disability benefits and retirement/pension programs plus mobile phone and education allowances

Required Experience:

Senior IC