Cybersecurity has become a critical pillar of Canada’s construction industry. As firms digitize project management, integrate data-driven decision-making, and rely more heavily on cloud platforms and connected job sites, the role of security leadership has expanded far beyond traditional IT protection. Today’s construction security leaders are responsible for safeguarding operational continuity, sensitive project data, and complex supply chains, often while balancing speed, safety, and cost pressures unique to the sector.
This list highlights CISOs and senior security leaders shaping cybersecurity across Canadian construction and infrastructure organizations. While not all hold the formal CISO title, or may have recently transitioned into new roles, their influence, experience, and impact make them essential figures to watch as the industry continues its digital evolution.
Chris Palmer — Director, Enterprise Intelligence, Development and Security, PCL Construction
Reporting directly to the CIO, Chris Palmer leads PCL’s Enterprise Intelligence and Security (EIS) team and oversees the company’s overall cybersecurity program. His remit extends beyond security to include business intelligence, analytics, and data integrations, reflecting how deeply cyber risk and data strategy are intertwined in modern construction. With more than two decades at PCL, Palmer brings rare institutional knowledge to securing one of Canada’s largest construction organizations.
Jude Naidoo — Virtual/Fractional CISO, NaidooNet (formerly Director of Security Operations, EllisDon)
A seasoned security professional with over 20 years of experience, Jude Naidoo has built and led security programs across multiple industries, including construction, healthcare, banking, and government. After serving as Director of Security Operations at EllisDon, he now operates as a Virtual and Fractional CISO, advising organizations on balancing robust security controls with business continuity and productivity. His practitioner-first approach and deep technical background make him a trusted voice in the construction security space.
Jason K. Williams — Vice President, Information Security, Aecon Group Inc.
As Vice President of Information Security at Aecon, Jason K. Williams is responsible for shaping enterprise-wide security strategy at one of Canada’s largest infrastructure and construction firms. His expertise spans risk management, governance, compliance, security operations, and awareness programs, with a strong emphasis on standards-based frameworks. Williams’ role reflects the increasing maturity of security leadership within major construction organizations.
Brian Roberts — Senior Director, Cyber Security (CISO) & Service Operations, Ledcor
Brian Roberts leads Ledcor’s cybersecurity program while also overseeing Service Operations, a dual mandate that underscores the operational nature of security in construction environments. With more than 20 years of experience ranging from hands-on technical roles to executive leadership, Roberts is known for building strong teams and translating cyber risk into clear business impact. His work modernizing IT operations has delivered measurable improvements across Ledcor’s technology landscape.
Kevin Dreyer — IT Director & CISO, Maple Reinders Group
Kevin Dreyer has spent decades shaping IT and security strategy at Maple Reinders Group, bringing long-term continuity to a sector often defined by project-based work. As both IT Director and CISO, he combines deep technical knowledge with a practical understanding of construction operations. His career-long focus on the construction industry makes him a steady and influential presence in Canadian construction cybersecurity.
Céline Desforges — Senior Manager, Security Architecture and Operations, Aecon Group Inc.
Céline Desforges leads security architecture and operations at Aecon, playing a key role in designing and maintaining resilient security controls across complex infrastructure environments. With a background in computer engineering, programming, and networking, she represents the next generation of construction security leadership, deeply technical, operationally grounded, and aligned with enterprise risk priorities.
Why These Leaders Matter
As construction firms continue to adopt digital tools, connected infrastructure, and data-driven workflows, cybersecurity leadership will only grow in importance. The professionals highlighted here are not only securing their organizations today but are also helping define what effective security leadership looks like in a sector where uptime, safety, and trust are non-negotiable. Their work offers a clear signal of where construction cybersecurity is headed, and who is helping lead the way.