Application Security, Senior Specialist
Interac · Toronto, Canada · 20d ago
Who We Are:
Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both — driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives.
Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day — across both digital and physical environments.
As the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada’s most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.
Who You Will Work With:
The Application Security, Senior Specialist will play a critical role in safeguarding our ecosystem by ensuring that our applications are designed, built, and deployed securely. You will work closely with engineering, product, cloud, and security teams to embed security into the software development lifecycle, model threats associated with the application, identify and assist engineering in mitigating vulnerabilities during build, reduce security defects into prod, and champion secure‑by‑design principles across the organization.
What You Will Do:
Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Enablement
Embed security controls and best practices into all phases of the SDLC.
Conduct secure design reviews, threat modeling, and architecture assessments for new and existing applications.
Partner with engineering teams to ensure secure coding practices and frameworks are consistently applied.
Provide guidance on secure API design, microservices security, and cloud‑native application patterns.
Vulnerability Identification & Remediation
Perform application security assessments, including static/dynamic analysis, dependency scanning, and manual code review.
Triage, prioritize, and track remediation of vulnerabilities across web, mobile, and backend systems.
Collaborate with development teams to provide actionable remediation guidance and validate fixes.
Support penetration testing activities and coordinate follow‑up actions.
Security Tooling, Automation & DevSecOps
Maintain and optimize AppSec tools such as SAST, SCA, DAST, secrets scanning, and container security platforms.
Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines to enable automated, scalable security testing.
Identify opportunities to improve automation, reduce friction, and enhance developer experience.
Risk Assessment, Governance & Compliance
Assess application‑level risks and contribute to enterprise risk reporting.
Ensure application security practices align with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., PCI DSS, SOC 2, OWASP).
Support audit activities by providing evidence, documentation, and subject‑matter expertise.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Security Advocacy
Act as a trusted advisor to engineering, product, and cloud teams on application security matters.
Deliver training, workshops, and secure coding sessions to elevate security awareness across the organization.
Communicate complex security issues in a clear, actionable way to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies, and proactively assess their impact on the organization.
What You Bring:
5+ years of experience in application security, software security engineering, or related roles within FinTech, SaaS, or cloud‑native environments.
Strong understanding of modern application architectures (microservices, APIs, containers, serverless).
Expertise in DevSecOps practices and SSDLC frameworks
Hands‑on experience with SAST, SCA, DAST, secrets scanning, and CI/CD security tooling.
Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, Go) and familiarity with secure coding practices.
Experience performing threat modeling, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
Knowledge of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, CWE, NIST, and other security frameworks.
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence without authority.
A proactive, problem‑solving mindset and a passion for building secure, resilient systems.
Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, CCSP, OSCP
Eligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a full-time capacity.
What We’re Offering:
The hiring range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000, and you will also be eligible for our short-term incentive plan. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, but Interac’s commitment goes beyond compensation. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your well-being and future, and includes:
Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge
Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind
Market-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future
Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance
Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family
Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families
Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact
Why Join Us?
At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you’re joining a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here’s what you can expect:
Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.
Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible.
Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.
Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.
Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:
To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at humanresources@interac.ca. We will work with you to meet your needs.
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