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PROFILEWe are seeking a strategic Infrastructure & Network Security Architect to lead the security architecture for our enterprise infrastructure, networking, and cloud platforms. This role defines the security standards that protect the organization's connectivity, hosting platforms, and internet-facing services, and works in close partnership with the Microsoft Security Architect to deliver one cohesive enterprise security architecture. You will operate at the intersection of infrastructure engineering, cloud platform teams, and security operations — translating business and risk requirements into concrete architectural standards, reference designs, and roadmaps that scale with the organization.

This is an experienced individual-contributor architecture role with significant technical influence. While the role is primarily focused on architecture and design, the successful candidate will also be expected to guide implementation by translating architectural intent into practical patterns, decisions, and delivery advice. They should be comfortable working alongside engineering and security teams through implementation to help resolve design questions, manage trade-offs, and ensure solutions are delivered in line with the approved architecture.

Works closely with Cybersecurity and SecOps teams.

Translates

Cybersecurity team’s policies, standards,



guidelines and risk requirements into technical architecture and provides SecOps team with implementation guidance. Develop enterprise network and infrastructure security standards, reference architectures, and multi-year roadmaps. Own the architecture for secure connectivity, the internet edge, remote access, and perimeter defense, including SD-WAN, SASE, and ZTNA strategies.

Define segmentation, micro-segmentation, and Zero Trust network access patterns across the enterprise. Own Azure networking and cloud platform security architecture, including Azure Firewall, Front Door, Application Gateway, Private Link, and DDoS Protection. Establish secure landing zone and network topology standards for new cloud workloads and hosting platforms.

Guide Active

Directory and PKI architecture decisions that intersect with infrastructure and network security. Maintain a current risk register for infrastructure and network security, with explicit remediation and mitigation plans. Provide technical leadership and architectural direction across infrastructure and cloud engineering teams.

Present strategic security recommendations, risk assessments, and roadmap updates to executive leadership and governance forums. Partner closely with the Microsoft Security Architect and other domain architects to maintain one coherent enterprise security architecture. Provide executive leadership with regular updates on significant cybersecurity risks, trends, and strategic recommendations.



10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with 5+ years specifically in infrastructure or network security architecture.

Experience with secure connectivity, the internet edge, remote access, and perimeter defense, including SD-WAN, SASE, and ZTNA strategies. Deep, hands-on experience securing enterprise networks, Azure infrastructure, and internet-facing services at scale. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risk into business terms for executive audiences.

Measurable reduction in infrastructure and network risk exposure over time. Faster, more predictable delivery of secure infrastructure and cloud projects due to clear standards and reference designs. BENEFITS/PERKSGowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance 15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment) Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.

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📌 Infrastructure & Network Security Architect (Winnipeg)
🏢 Gowling WLG International
📍 Winnipeg