Senior, Cyber Analytics

ipss inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Toronto is seeking a permanent Full Time Analyst to support the Manager Strategic Transformation and the Chief Information Security Officer in sustaining a city-wide cyber security program. This role focuses on developing source data, maintaining operational cyber reporting, dashboards, scorecards, and presenting trends to leadership.

You will collaborate across the Division to automate data through Excel, SharePoint, Access, and BI tools, develop dashboards for executives and teams,

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Computer Science or Technology or a related discipline.
• Strong experience with applying machine learning and other data science techniques to identify anomalous behavior patterns.
• Advanced knowledge of database, automation, VBA scripting and BI tools including Tableau.
• Experience in applying data science to risk management, finance, and cyber related domains.
• Experience with extracting, cleaning, and transforming data, and working with data owners to understand the data.
• Design, create and maintain reports and dashboard visualizations to support business decisions.
• Experience using SQL and data science tools (Python, R, Scikit-learn).
• Broad understanding of information technologies; preferred CISSP, CRISC certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, deployment, and management of cyber performance measurements through metrics.
• Support processes to track key metrics, KPIs, and KRIs.
• Collect and analyze data for reports, ensuring accuracy in data and calculations.
• Prepare reports for management.
• Assist in analytics and reporting, including executive reporting on data trends.
• Support correlation between raw IT and cyber data.
• Assist in automating data through Excel, SharePoint, Access, and other databases; develop dashboards.

Skills

Machine learning

Data science

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Tableau

SQL

Python

R

Scikit-learn

MS Excel

MS SharePoint

MS Access

Job description

Division:Office of the Chief Information Security Officer

Reports To:Manager Strategic Transformation

Salary Range: $112,280 to $149,247

Work Location: 55 John Street, Toronto

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Shift Information:Monday to Friday, 35 hours work week

JOB SUMMARY:

To support the Manager of Strategic Transformation and the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in maintaining a City-wide cyber security program that enhances protection across the organization.

To collaborate with the Division to develop, identify source data, and maintain operational cyber reporting, dashboards, presentation decks, scorecards and support project teams with cyber metrics.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development, deployment, and management of cyber performance measurements through operational, strategic, and finance-related metrics.
• Support the development of processes to track key metrics, key performance indicators, and key risk indicators.
• Collect and analyze data for reports, ensuring accuracy in data and calculations.
• Prepare reports for management.
• Assist in delivering and verifying analytics and reporting, including executive reporting on data and trends used to inform strategic and tactical improvement plans.
• Support correlation between raw information technology and cyber data.
• Assist in automating data through MS Excel, MS SharePoint, MS Access, and other database solutions.
• Develop dashboards for various stakeholders (executive to working team level) to provide actionable insights for leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree in Computer Science or Technology or a related discipline.
• Strong experience with applying machine learning and other data science techniques to identify anomalous behavior patterns (e.g., user or machine anomalies).
• Advanced knowledge and experience with database, automation, VBA scripting and BI tools including Tableau.
• Experience in applying data science to risk management, finance, and cyber related domains.
• Experience with extracting, cleaning, and transforming data, and working with data owners to understand the data.
• Design, create and maintain reports and dashboard visualizations, gather insights to support business decision making.
• Experience using database languages, such as SQL, and common data scientist software development and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Python, R, Scikit-learn)
• Broad understanding of information technologies with demonstrated areas of expertise.
• Preferred Certifications (any in the list): CISSP, CRISC.

SKILLS:

• Ability to work in transformative programs.
• Ability to lead efficient communication between all project stakeholders, including internal teams and clients.
• Ability to achieve business objectives through influencing and effectively working with key stakeholders.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills (comfortable & confident communicating at all levels including business partners, leadership, and vendors.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with capability to identify solutions to unusual and complex problems.
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, self-motivated team player who takes initiative and can work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities with proven time management skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to prioritise and multitask.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively manage competing priorities and projects.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Able to work extremely well under pressure while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Self-motivated person with desire to go above and beyond tasks.
• Transferable skills, like communication and decision-making, are equally important.
• Being able to think on your feet and show good judgment are especially valuable in this field. “Security pros should always be ready to react to cyber-related incidents quickly.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS/INFORMATION:

A normal work week is 35 hours, however, unforeseen situations may require extended hours of work with little or no prior notice. In case of a cyber incident or breach, rotation shift, continuous extended hours may be required with little or no prior notice.

Subject to a police check, background check and psychological assessment and/or any other checks on a regular basis as the Office of the CISO handles highly sensitive and confidential information.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

ACCOMMODATION

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.