Sr. Technical Systems Analyst – Database Activity Monitoring (GCS)

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and flexible benefits

Stock options

Career development

Job summary

RBC in Toronto seeks a Database Activity Monitoring specialist within the Data Protection team to identify threats related to database assets and strengthen security across the organization.

You will implement DAM solutions, monitor activity, develop policies, and collaborate with data owners, documenting processes and troubleshooting steps to improve our security posture.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for growth, and a chance to impact RBC's security strategy.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of database technologies, architecture & SQL.
• Experience analyzing database activity logs to detect issues.
• Ability to communicate security findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage database activity monitoring (DAM) solutions.
• Monitor real-time database activity and respond to threats.
• Develop security policies to detect suspicious activity.
• Collaborate with application teams and data owners on risks.
• Create and maintain documentation on processes and troubleshooting.
• Stay current with emerging threats and DAM best practices.

Skills

SQL & Database Security

Log Analysis

Threat Detection

Interpersonal Communication

Analytical Thinking

Cyber Security Experience

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

As part of the Data Protection team, you will be responsible for proactive identification and detection of threats / risks associated with databases assets. We are a team of security experts that are enthusiastic about solving complex problems and developing innovative security solutions. We engineer tailor-made detections that will reduce risk to our organization, employees, and clients. We are seeking a skilled Database Activity Monitoring specialist to strengthen our team and play a key role in ensuring the security and integrity of our databases.

Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

As part of the Data Protection team, you will be responsible for proactive identification and detection of threats / risks associated with databases assets. We are a team of security experts that are enthusiastic about solving complex problems and developing innovative security solutions. We engineer tailor-made detections that will reduce risk to our organization, employees, and clients. We are seeking a skilled Database Activity Monitoring specialist to strengthen our team and play a key role in ensuring the security and integrity of our databases.

What will you do?

• Implement and manage database activity monitoring (DAM) solutions to track and analyze database user behavior.
• Monitor real-time database activity, identify anomalies, and promptly respond to potential security threats.
• Develop security policies to detect suspicious database activity.
• Work with application teams and data owners to identify potential database risks.
• Create and maintain documentation on technical processes and troubleshooting.
• Stay up to date if emerging threats and industry best practices to continually enhance DAM strategies.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Strong knowledge of database technologies, architecture & standard query language (SQL).
• Detailed knowledge of database systems, security protocols, and access controls.
• Ability to analyze and interpret database activity logs to identify potential security issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and highly developed communication skills (verbal and written).
• Creative and analytical thinker who is self-driven and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• 2-5 years of cyber security or relevant experience

Nice to have

• Experience in implementing and managing database activity monitoring solutions.
• Professional Designation (e.g. CISSP, CRISC, CCSP, etc..)
• Proficiency in scripting or programming language for data visualization

What’s in it for you?

• 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
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Opportunities to building close relationships with business partners

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Job Skills

Confidentiality, Critical Thinking, Database Activity Monitoring, Database As A Service (DBaaS), Database Backup, Database Management, Database Monitoring, Database Operations, Database Performance, Database Scripting, Database Security, Database Services (Inactive), Database Software, Data Monitoring, Data Privacy, Decision Making, Group Problem Solving, Information Security Management, IT Incident Management, MySQL Database Administration, NoSQL Database Administration, Oracle Database Cloud Services, Oracle Database Security, SQL Server Database Administration, Sybase Database Administration (DBA)

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

Salaried

Posted Date

2026-06-29

Application Deadline

2026-10-14

Note

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

Our Employment Opportunities

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.