Senior GRC Advisor (Cybersecurity)

Location: Must be based in or able to travel to client sites in Ontario, Canada

Company

hirify.global is a specialized advisory firm focused on cyber risk governance for consequential organizations in the space, aerospace, defense, and critical infrastructure sectors.

What you will do

• Lead executive-level GRC advisory engagements for high-stakes clients in defense and aerospace.
• Design and mature enterprise-grade Cyber Resilience Programs, integrating risk management, business continuity, and incident readiness.
• Advise C-suite and board stakeholders on strategic cyber risk posture and regulatory exposure.
• Guide clients through CMMC and CPCSC readiness, including gap assessments and framework implementation.
• Mentor and develop senior managers and consultants to build practice bench strength.
• Drive business development and thought leadership within the defense industrial base ecosystem.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive cybersecurity and GRC experience in consulting, industry, or government.
• Eligibility for Government of Canada security clearance (Secret or higher) is mandatory.
• Deep expertise in CMMC, CPCSC, NIST CSF 2.0, NIST 800-53/171, ISO 27001, and ITSG-33.
• Proven ability to advise CISOs, CIOs, and boards with executive presence.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in practice building and revenue accountability.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS in Cybersecurity) preferred.

Nice to have

• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISA, or CMMC Registered Practitioner.
• Fluency in French or Spanish.
• Existing Government of Canada security clearance.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on missions with national and allied security impact.
• Highly competitive executive compensation with performance incentives and equity-style participation.
• Continuous learning budget and certification sponsorship.
• Flat, high-trust culture that prioritizes judgment and mission focus.