Title:  Business Analyst

Requisition ID: 266927 

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

We are seeking a highly organized, analytical, and collaborative Business Analyst to support the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of our Cybersecurity Control Domain monthly one‑pagers and related governance reporting.

In this role, you will work closely with the Technical Writer (Editor‑in‑Chief), domain SMEs, and cybersecurity leadership to ensure that source data, metrics, inputs, and evidence are accurate, timely, and aligned to reporting standards. You will translate domain information, performance indicators, and control insights into structured business inputs that enable the Technical Writer to produce high‑quality executive-facing content. You will drive consolidated risk reporting.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, process, governance, and communication, and enjoys enabling clarity in complex environments.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Collect, validate, and structure monthly data inputs from cybersecurity domain owners for control performance, maturity, and risk posture.
• Ensure all metrics, KRIs/KPIs, and narrative inputs meet quality, completeness, and accuracy standards before handoff to the Technical Writer.
• Perform data checks, identify anomalies or gaps, and follow up with domain SMEs to resolve inconsistencies.
• Manage the monthly reporting workflow in partnership with the Technical Writer, including input requests, reminders, deadlines, and sign‑off checkpoints.
• Maintain and continuously refine the operating rhythm, ensuring predictability and efficiency for all contributors.
• Support version control, documentation tracking, and repository management to ensure all inputs and artifacts are up to date and audit-ready.
• Translate complex domain updates into structured, business‑friendly summaries for use by the Technical Writer.
• Ensure domain inputs align to: Standard templates, Control taxonomy, Reporting definitions, Strategic themes communicated by leadership
• Review domain submissions for clarity, consistency, and logical coherence before editorial refinement begins.
• Build strong relationships with cybersecurity SMEs, control domain owners, and program managers across the organization.
• Clarify requirements, resolve ambiguities, and ensure contributors understand expectations for monthly deliverables.
• Act as a liaison between domain experts and the Technical Writer to streamline communication and reduce re‑work.
• Identify opportunities to optimize the reporting process, templates, definitions, and data workflows.
• Contribute to enhancements of style guides, reporting standards, and submission guidance alongside the Technical Writer.
• Support the implementation of tools or automation that improve tracking, consistency, and reporting efficiency.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• 7+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, Reporting Analyst, Program Analyst, or similar role.
• Strong skills in requirements gathering, process documentation, workflow management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Ability to interpret technical or operational data and translate it into structured, meaningful business information.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent inputs, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting/documentation tools.

Nice to Have

• Experience working in cybersecurity, technology risk, governance, or audit environments.
• Familiarity with control frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Exposure to executive or leadership reporting

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.  
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, Humans of Digital and much more!

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our  Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.