Data Security & Privacy Compliance Services

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of robust security safeguards to protect protected information held by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, ensuring alignment with Canadian privacy standards including PIPEDA and the specific mandates of Appendix E. Key obligations include conducting annual penetration testing to identify and remediate vulnerabilities, strictly enforcing data residency requirements to ensure all sensitive information remains within Canada, and maintaining continuous compliance with applicable legal and regulatory frameworks governing data protection and privacy. The services are classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, reflecting the technical and professional nature of the security and compliance work required. The opportunity was posted on July 28, 2026, with a response deadline of September 1, 2026, and the place of performance is situated across Canada, emphasizing the national scope of the data protection responsibilities. All activities must be carried out in alignment with Government of Canada standards, with no deviations permitted from the mandated protections for sensitive CMHC information.