Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity Exceptions Management

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Senior Specialist in Cybersecurity Exceptions Management. This role will lead the governance of cybersecurity processes, ensuring compliance with security policies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive rewards program and supports a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Tuition assistance

Flexible vacation

Community engagement opportunities

Competitive rewards program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with security controls.
• Excellent communication skills in English, Spanish is an asset.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM are nice to have.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance and oversight of Cybersecurity Exceptions processes.
• Coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Conduct security assessments and documentation.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Agility in learning

Proactiveness

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technology

Enterprise documentation reporting tools

Job description

Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity Exceptions Management

Requisition ID: 239991

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.

The Role

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 Specialist will play a key role in support of our goal of keeping the bank safe.

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

Skills and experience required:

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma, preferably in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field is required
• Minimum 5 years hands‑on experience working on security controls/mechanisms
• Minimum 5 years experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technology and controls
• Good understanding of DLP risks, governance and standards
• Experience with enterprise documentation 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.
• Sound business and technical acumen, with demonstrated agility in learning
• Ability to connect programs/projects to broader organizational goals and grasp the key performance drivers of business partners
• 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
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing/negotiation skills, capable of balancing multiple perspectives, effective at all levels
• Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CRISC) are nice to have

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.
• 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.
• 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: 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.

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.