Senior Manager, Data Security Automations & Engineering (Global Security)

RBC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC is seeking a Senior Manager of Data Security Automations & Engineering to lead a high-performing team focused on automation for data security, incident response, and risk reduction. This role blends technical leadership with people management in a fast-paced financial services environment.

You will guide architecture for SOAR integrations, develop playbooks, mentor engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional groups to strengthen our security posture and deliver scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in cybersecurity with at least 3 years in development, security automation, or incident response engineering.
• Experience with machine learning models and large language model packages (PyTorch, Transformer).
• Strong communication and leadership skills with proven team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Senior Security Automation Engineering team; set priorities and career development.
• Define technical strategy for SOAR platform integration and incident response automation.
• Oversee SOAR playbooks design, testing, and scalable automation implementations.
• Collaborate with Global Security teams to enhance security posture and deliver engineering solutions.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Team Leadership

Security Automation

Tools

PyTorch

Transformer

Python

Machine Learning

Job description

Senior Manager, Data Security Automations & Engineering (Global Security)

Aug 20, 2026

Job Description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

RBC's Data Security Automation and Engineering team is responsible for identification and detection of data loss incidents that might pose a risk to the organization. The Senior Manager leads a team of Senior Security Automation Engineers who design and develop innovative solutions to everyday problems. The Sr. Manager is passionate about solving cybersecurity problems and fostering a high-performing engineering team that develops innovative and customized solutions to enhance the security posture of the organization. This role combines technical leadership with people management, ensuring the team delivers cutting-edge automation solutions while maintaining individual growth and development.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Lead, mentor, and develop Senior Security Automation Engineering team; establish performance expectations, provide technical guidance, and create career development opportunities. Set team priorities and roadmap; define technical strategy for SOAR platform integration, optimization, and incident response automation workflows. Integrate and optimize SOAR product capabilities for incident response and automation workflows; oversee platform enhancements and technical direction. Lead the design, creation, testing, and refinement of playbooks in SOAR product to automate incident response procedures at scale. Troubleshoot complex technical issues with development teams and external vendors; provide solutions and assist in implementing fixes that impact team productivity. Collaborate with other Global Security teams and stakeholders (Cyber Technology Office, Security Insights & AI, Data Loss Investigations, Application Teams) to enhance organizational security posture; provide engineering expertise and enhancement solutions. Develop and architect customized, innovative solutions to complex Data Security automation problems. Manage team capacity, resource allocation, and project prioritization; track metrics and performance indicators for team delivery.

WHAT DO YOU NEE TO SUCCEED?

Must have

• 5-7 years in cybersecurity with at least 3 years in development, security automation, or incident response engineering. With demonstrated experience leading and managing technical teams.
• Experience with machine learning models and large language model packages (PyTorch, Transformer)
• Collaborative team player with strong willingness to share knowledge and mentor others with highly developed communication skills (verbal and written)
• Creative thinker and analytical problem-solver who is self-driven and capable of working in a fast-paced environment and proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities simultaneously

Nice-to-have

• Master’s degree in computer science or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification
• Experience with fine-tuning machine learning models (supervised & unsupervised)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable

Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities

Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

A world-class training program in financial services

Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills

AI Ops, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence Techniques, Autoencoders, Confidentiality, Critical Thinking, Data Privacy, Data Science, Decision Making, Encryption Software, Group Problem Solving, Information Security Management, IT Incident Management, Long Term Planning, Machine Learning (ML), Python (Programming Language), Python Software Development, PyTorch, R Programming

Additional Job Details

Address:

16 YORK ST:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Posted Date:

2026-05-28

Application Deadline:

2026-09-05

Note** :** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.