Title:  Senior Analyst, Cybersecurity Exceptions Management

Requisition ID: 262186 

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

Scotiabank’s Cyber Security Operations (CSOps) team is responsible for protecting the Bank and responding to cyber threats and events. The Cyber Automation & Defense (CAD) group within CSOps is responsible for assessing, implementing, and administering enterprise security controls to safeguard Scotiabank’s informational assets and reduce security risk posture.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Cybersecurity Exceptions Management, the successful candidate will work as part of the CAD team to lead the governance and oversight of Cybersecurity Exceptions processes across the organization. This role ensures that exception requests are properly documented, thoroughly reviewed, risk-assessed, and tracked in alignment with security policies and risk tolerance. The Senior Analyst will play a key role in support of our goal of keeping the bank safe.

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

• You thrive in a fast-paced environment, coordinating multiple tasks that can be occurring simultaneously
• You are great at problem solving and collaborating across the organization
• You enjoy incorporating continuous improvement in your daily operations
• You are great at conducting security assessments, documentation and reporting
• You are great at communicating problems, solutions and recommendations to senior leadership level

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

• Post-secondary degree or diploma, preferably in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field is required
• Minimum 2 years experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technology and controls
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience working on security controls/mechanisms
• Knowledge of Security Exceptions Management is a great asset
• Understanding of DLP risks, governance and standards
• Experience with enterprise documentation and reporting tools
• Excellent communication (presentation skills, verbal and written). The ability to communicate confidently and clearly at all levels of the organization. The same in Spanish is a strong asset.
• Must be proactive and creative, with strong, proven ability to plan and manage competing priorities, as well as ability to recognize and appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information
• Cybersecurity related certifications are nice to have

What’s in it for you?

• An inclusive & collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
• We offer a competitive rewards package: Performance bonus, Employee Share Ownership Program, and Pension Plan Matching, Health Benefits from day one!
• Your career matters! You will have access to career development and progression opportunities.

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.