Security Assessment and Authorization Specialist, Lead

PLATO

SA&A Lead securing Azure applications and Microsoft platforms for PLATO, Canada’s Indigenous-owned software testing company. Leading authorization, control testing, evidence collection, and risk remediation.

Posted 8/12/2026contractRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$95 - CA$140 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) activities, with a strong focus on Azure environments and compliance assessments. Proficient in security governance, risk management, and the development of actionable security requirements for solution delivery.

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Security Assessment And Authorization (SA&A)Azure Services SecurityMicrosoft Dynamics 365Risk ManagementGovernment Of Canada Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Security Functional TestingControl MappingSecurity Control Effectiveness EvaluationSecurity Test Plans DesignDocumentation PreparationEvidence CollectionCompliance AssessmentsSecurity Control AssessmentOperational Security PracticesRemediation Planning

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureMicrosoft FabricMicrosoft PurviewAzure Data Factory (ADF)

Industry Keywords

Security GovernanceControl AssessmentRisk IdentificationAuthorization ProcessesPrivacy Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Azure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the planning, execution, and governance of Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) activities for applications and solutions deployed within Microsoft Azure environments
Facilitate the preparation, review, and maintenance of security authorization documentation, including Control Activity Evidence, Security Test Reports, and SA&A packages
Collaborate with business stakeholders, solution architects, security teams, privacy specialists, and project delivery teams to assess security controls, document findings, collect supporting evidence, and support authorization activities
Conduct security and compliance assessments to identify risks, evaluate security control effectiveness, and support authorization decisions
Extract functional and non-functional requirements from security controls and translate them into actionable security requirements for solution delivery teams
Design and execute security test plans that validate security controls and demonstrate compliance with security and operational requirements
Provide security guidance and assessment support for Azure-based solutions and Microsoft platforms, including Dynamics 365, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Purview, and Azure Data Factory
Support risk identification, remediation planning, and ongoing compliance activities throughout the solution lifecycle
Ensure security, privacy, and operational requirements are incorporated into solution design, implementation, and authorization processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience performing security functional testing and control mapping
Experience with the Canadian Government Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) process
Experience supporting security authorization activities, documentation, assessments, and evidence collection
Knowledge of Azure services and component security
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Purview, and Azure Data Factory (ADF)
Knowledge of security governance, control assessment, testing, risk management, and operational security practices
Active Government of Canada Secret Clearance required at the time of application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative environment
Mentorship and knowledge-sharing
Inclusive hiring practices
Accommodation support at any stage of the recruitment process