Team Lead, Security & Compliance

Knak

Team Lead in Security & Compliance driving security programs at Knak. Leading initiatives for security awareness, documentation, and compliance with industry standards.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing security and compliance programs, with a strong focus on security frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001. Proven ability to lead teams, drive security awareness, and balance security requirements with business needs.

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Security And Compliance ManagementSOC 2 FrameworkISO 27001 FrameworkGovernance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC)Security Training

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Hard Skills

Security Control FrameworkContinuous MonitoringPolicy DevelopmentMetrics MonitoringApplication Security

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationConflict ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage security and compliance programs
Maintain Knak’s security control framework and oversee continuous monitoring and remediation efforts
Drive security awareness and behavior change
Educate control owners, deliver training, and promote best practices across the organization
Collaborate with internal and external partners
Work closely with product, engineering, leadership, auditors, and vendors to support security workflows
Maintain and improve security documentation
Develop and manage policies, standards, procedures, and internal handbooks
Support Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) activities
Monitor metrics, contribute to reporting, and provide visibility into security and compliance health

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of experience in security and compliance, including leadership or team lead responsibilities
Strong understanding of security frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001
Technical and business knowledge across areas like security training, application security, and compliance programs
Proven ability to lead change and influence teams across an organization
Strong communication, conflict management, and organizational skills
Experience managing people and supporting team growth
Ability to work cross-functionally and balance security requirements with business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive salaries
equity in the company
great benefits
paid vacation
Life leave days (because life happens)
team lunches and off-sites
commitment to YOUR career growth