Job Title: Senior Manager, IT & Cybersecurity

Location: Mississauga, On-site

Role Type: Full-time

About e-Zinc

e-Zinc is an energy storage venture based in the Toronto area with a breakthrough technology poised to disrupt the market. As the global energy grid moves to higher levels of penetration of renewable energy, there is a surging need for affordable, flexible, long-duration energy storage. e-Zinc is uniquely positioned to meet this demand as the first company in the world to “metalize” electricity.

Backed by over CAD $80 million in funding from leading global strategic and financial investors such as Business Development Canada (BDC) Toyota Ventures, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Eni, Evok Innovations, and BDC, e-Zinc has garnered international recognition for its proprietary technology and visionary roadmap. Highlights include:

• Named to the Global Cleantech 100 for four consecutive years (2022–2025)

• $1M Grand Prize winner of the Impact Canada Charging the Future Challenge

• Awarded a $1.6M grant from Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada

• Secured over $12M in funding across three projects from Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC)

• Recipient of a USD $1.3M grant from the California Energy Commission

As e-Zinc moves toward commercialization, e-Zinc is expanding its team to bring our transformative technology to market and support the future of renewable energy.

Opportunity

The Senior Manager, IT & Cybersecurity will lead e-Zinc’s information technology function, owning the strategy, implementation, and day-to-day operations of all IT systems across the organization. This role is critical to enabling a rapidly scaling clean-tech manufacturing company, ensuring teams across R&D, Product, Operations, Commercial, and Corporate functions are supported by secure, reliable, and cost-effective technology infrastructure.

This position will combine hands-on technical leadership with strong vendor and third-party management, cybersecurity and IP protection oversight, and a pragmatic, scalable approach to IT in a hardware and manufacturing environment. The role will focus on building systems that support growth, protect sensitive intellectual property, and optimize costs while maintaining high availability and performance.

Position Scope and Responsibilities

IT Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute e‑Zinc’s IT strategy aligned with business growth, manufacturing scale‑up, and technology roadmaps.

• Establish IT governance, policies, standards, and best practices across the company.

• Lead internally and manage external MSP and IT partners

Infrastructure & Systems Management

• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of core IT infrastructure (network, servers, cloud services, endpoints, security tools).

• Ensure availability and reliability of systems supporting R&D, testing labs, and production facilities.

• Drive lifecycle management for hardware, software, mobile device management, and enterprise applications.

• Optimize business-facing systems such as M365, Entra, and Office applications.

• Manage and maintain:

• 3D Design suites such as SolidWorks, PDM/Manage, Fusion360.

• Azure infrastructure including File Storage, SQL Databases, Web Application Firewalls and Site-to-Site VPN

• Remote Access and Teleworking tools such as AnyConnect, Client VPN and AnyDesk.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

• Own cybersecurity strategy, policies, and implementation to protect intellectual property and manufacturing operations.

• Manage and maintain e-Zinc's Backup and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) systems, including annual testing.

• Oversee identity and access management, vulnerability management, and incident response processes.

• Manage existing data security systems. Assist in implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies and systems.

• Manage cybersecurity testing and validation including penetration testing, tabletop exercises and updating of cybersecurity playbooks.

• Maintain compliance with CAN/DGSI 104:2024.

• Manage and Maintain XDR/EDR, SIEM and SoC in collaboration with security partners.

Support & Operations

• Oversee the IT service desk and end‑user support model.

• Maintain internal ticketing system. Handle escalations from help desk or external partner (MSP).

• Establish SLAs, operational metrics, and continuous improvement programs including tracking of KPIs for tickets, patching etc.

• Maintain IT documentation, asset tracking, and configuration management as well as manage software licensing and renewals.

• Implement hardening strategies for connected lab equipment and other Operational Technology (OT)

Project & Vendor Management

• Manage IT projects from planning to execution, including system implementations, facility buildouts, and technology upgrades.

• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with IT vendors, ensuring cost‑effective and scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive IT experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.

• Experience managing IT operations in a manufacturing or R&D‑heavy environment.

• Background working with hybrid cloud/on‑premise environments or IT supporting laboratory equipment.

• Experience administering Microsoft InTune

• Experience administering Solidworks PDM/Manage Vaults and FlexNET

• Strong technical competency across networking, cloud (Microsoft + Azure preferred), cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and endpoint management.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner with engineering, operations, finance, and executives.

• Familiarity with ISO/NIST frameworks for cybersecurity is an asset

• Experience with database administration (SQL, InfluxDB) and programming (Python, JavaScript) are an asset.

At e-Zinc, how we work matters just as much as what we build. The qualities below reflect how our team turns our core values into action every day.

Safety: You prioritize safety in everything you do and understand the deep responsibility we have to our people, our customers, and our planet.

Truth: You are honest, transparent, and authentic—with yourself, your teammates, and our customers.

Results: You approach challenges with curiosity and creativity, troubleshoot thoughtfully, and focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Team: You contribute to an open and trusting workplace, empower others, and hold yourself and your teammates accountable.

Mastery: You are committed to building domain expertise, bring a strong work ethic, and continuously invest in your own growth and improvement.

Value: You act responsibly with time, financial resources, and effort, always aiming to create the greatest impact and long-term value.

Note: At e-Zinc, every application is personally reviewed by our People & Talent team to understand your motivation, experience, and alignment with our mission.

Why Join e-Zinc?

At e-Zinc, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a pioneering team building transformative technology that will help shape the future of clean energy. We offer a dynamic work environment, meaningful projects, and the opportunity to grow your career alongside passionate, purpose-driven colleagues.

Compensation & Total Rewards

The expected annual salary range for this role is $120,000- $135,000. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, and overall fit for the position.

Successful employees will be offered a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which can include:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive Employer-paid benefits

• Retirement savings plans with employer contributions

• Equity grants and opportunity for company ownership

• Paid vacation time to refresh, plus additional paid time off for special events such as birthdays or religious holidays

Encouragement to Apply

Studies show that individuals in underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. If you find you are passionate about this role and meet many of the items listed, we encourage you to apply!

e-Zinc is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates and supports diversity. We thrive in an environment of mutual respect and welcome all applicants.

If you require accommodations at any stage in the hiring process, please contact us at careers@e-zinc.ca