Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity Defense Insights & Operations

Scotiabank • Toronto, ON

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Scotiabank’s Cyber Security Operations (CSOps) team is responsible for protecting the Bank and responding to cyber threats and events. The Cyber Automation & Defense group within CSOps is responsible for assessing, implementing, and administering enterprise security controls to safeguard Scotiabank’s informational assets and reduce security risk posture. The Senior Specialist will work as part of Cyber Automation & Defense (CAD) team and will be responsible for supporting all teams within CSOps with workstream tracking, documentation, reporting, and other daily activities. The Senior Specialist will be required to work with other technology and security teams to develop security content and processes related to their activities.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Data Analysis, Computer Science or related field.
• Proven experience in technology content development pertaining to technology or cybersecurity
• Expertise in Office 365 and PowerBI, with the ability to leverage these tools to innovate new solutions.
• Expertise in Jira Service Management.
• Experience leading meetings with executive level management and moderating technical discussions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Self-driven, proactive and adaptable, with a passion for continuous learning and staying updated on emerging cybersecurity trends.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with industry standard cybersecurity technologies and best practices an asset
• Spanish language proficiency is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Implement and collaborate on content tailored to cyber security solutions by identifying gaps in process documentation, reporting and procedures; aligned with organizational objectives and industry trends.
• Assist with ongoing initiatives related to cyber automation and defense, provide support to project teams and other stakeholders in tracking activities and enabling colleagues to reach project and initiative milestones and objectives.
• Produce content geared toward executive-level management, effectively communicating complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manor, demonstrating expertise and credibility.
• Lead/moderate meetings with all levels of management and technical subject matter experts on technical subjects, fostering productive discussions and ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and informed.
• Apply expertise in Office 365 technologies Microsoft PowerBI to enhance the effectiveness of our cybersecurity solutions in line with the latest advancements in the field.
• Create Jira projects, issues and workflows to support teams throughout CSOps while tracking and reporting metrics.
• Work together with cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring seamless communications between different departments.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new technologies and processes, ask questions, and self-start in acquiring new skills and knowledge to stay ahead of the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Benefits

• 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.
• Opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior