Projects and Compliance Specialist at Royal Bank of Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Middleware Messaging Platforms, Compliance Analysis, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, IBM MQ, ACE/IIB, Linux/UNIX, Risk Assessment, Remediation Strategies, Disaster Recovery, Audit Support, Analytical Skills, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Security Standards, Regulatory Obligations

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Job Description WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? The Middleware Compliance, Vulnerability & Risk Management is responsible for ensuring enterprise messaging and integration platforms operate in accordance with the RBC’s security standards, regulatory obligations, and risk management framework. As a Senior Technical Analyst, you will provide technical oversight, compliance analysis, and vulnerability and risk management support for middleware messaging platforms. You will work closely with platform engineering, cybersecurity, risk, audit, and application teams to assess risk, remediate vulnerabilities, and ensure audit readiness across complex, business-critical environments. This role requires a strong combination of hands-on technical knowledge, risk and compliance judgment, and enterprise stakeholder engagement. WHAT WILL YOU DO? Provide technical compliance and risk support for middleware messaging platforms (e.g., IBM MQ, IBM Integration Bus, IBM App Connect Enterprise, WAS, JBoss, JWS, etc.) Analyze security vulnerabilities (CVEs, vendor advisories) impacting middleware platforms and assess risk exposure Validate vulnerability findings, distinguish true risk from false positives, and recommend appropriate remediation or compensating controls Coordinate vulnerability remediation activities with platform and application teams to ensure SLA and policy adherence Support risk acceptances, extensions, and exception requests, providing clear technical justification and impact analysis Maintain accurate tracking of vulnerabilities, findings, and remediation status through enterprise tooling and reporting Support internal and external audits, regulatory requests, and compliance reviews by providing technical evidence and analysis Perform technical reviews of middleware environments across all supported platforms Assess high availability and disaster recovery architectures to ensure alignment with resiliency and compliance requirements Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of governance standards, procedures, and compliance processes Build strong working relationships with technology, security, risk, and audit partners across the enterprise WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED? Must-Have: 5+ years of experience in enterprise middleware, messaging, or infrastructure platforms Strong technical knowledge of middleware messaging platforms; experience with IBM MQ, ACE/IIB is an asset Hands-on experience in vulnerability management, compliance, or risk support within a regulated environment Solid understanding of Linux/UNIX platforms (RHEL, AIX); Windows experience preferred Experience assessing security vulnerabilities, remediation strategies, and compensating controls Strong understanding of high availability and disaster recovery concepts Experience supporting audit, risk, or regulatory engagements Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate technical issues into risk-based decisions Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders Nice-to-Have: Experience in financial services or other highly regulated industries Familiarity with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer or equivalent) Experience with centralized logging, monitoring, or observability platforms Exposure to automation or configuration management tools Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS) WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing technology organization Opportunity to work on enterprise-critical platforms that support core banking services A comprehensive Total Rewards program including competitive compensation, benefits, and bonus opportunities Leaders who support your development through coaching and career growth opportunities Flexible work arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance The ability to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the Bank’s risk and security posture #LI-POST #TECHCPJ Job Skills Business, Business Data Analysis, Collaboration, Communication, Compliance Analysis, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Group Problem Solving, Information Technology (IT), Interpersonal Relationship Management, Messaging Platforms, Middleware, Requirements Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Compliance, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework Additional Job Details Address: RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-01-13 Application Deadline: 2026-03-16 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing technical compliance and risk support for middleware messaging platforms by analyzing security vulnerabilities, assessing risk exposure, and coordinating remediation activities with various platform and application teams. The specialist will also support risk acceptances, maintain tracking of findings, and contribute to the continuous improvement of governance standards and compliance processes.