Manager, Risk

Whether you’re an experienced professional or just getting started, your contributions matter at Fortra. If you’re passionate about tackling meaningful challenges alongside talented team members committed to helping each other succeed, all while having lots of fun, we want to hear from you. We offer competitive benefits and salaries, personal and professional development opportunities, flexibility, and much more!

The Risk Manager will support the Director of Risk & Security by leading internal audit and risk management activities across the organization. This role encompasses both traditional enterprise risk management (ERM) functions and emerging readiness efforts aimed at evaluating the organization’s ability to respond to a range of global threat scenarios. This is a hands-on position spanning multiple domains, including operational risk, IT and cybersecurity risk, third-party/vendor risk, compliance monitoring, policy governance, and business continuity planning. The Risk Manager will be responsible for guiding enterprise risk assessments, driving remediation efforts, and informing strategic decision-making through clear, high-impact reporting and advisory support. The ideal candidate brings strong technical risk acumen, demonstrated leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Success in this role requires building trust, fostering transparency, and collaborating across teams to strengthen the organization’s overall risk posture.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Accounting, Information Security, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in risk management, internal audit, or compliance.
• 2+ years in a people leadership role.
• Professional certifications such as CRMA, CISM, CISA, CIA, or equivalent preferred.
• Strong knowledge of risk frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000, NIST).
• Work experience and/or background in technology-based roles or industry
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with GRC platforms (e.g., Hyperproof, Archer, ServiceNow GRC, MetricStream).
• Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., government, healthcare, financial services).
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity, data privacy, or third-party risk management.

This position requires proficiency in English to interact, support and/or provide services to non-French speaking customers, employees and/or partners inside and/or outside the province of Quebec.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We do not require “Canadian work experience”; all relevant experience will be considered. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

 

Expected Compensation: C$110,000 - C$130,000

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.