Staff Analyst, Security Transformation

Okta, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 141,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Analyst for their Security Transformation Office. This role involves supporting Security Leadership in crafting and implementing a robust information security framework. You will oversee program planning, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with security practices while collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consulting or business operations, with proficiency in programmatic data analysis using SQL and Python. Join a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives and fosters a culture of innovation and growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

RRSP with Match

Healthcare Spending

Telemedicine

Paid Leave

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 4+ years of consulting or industry experience in strategy or business operations.
• Proficient in programmatic data analysis using SQL and Python.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of a strategic vision for the Security Transformation Office.
• Drive the development of a multi-year Security Transformation program roadmap.

Skills

Programmatic Data Analysis

SQL

Python

Communication Skills

Project Management

Collaboration Skills

Job description

Get to know Okta

Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth.

At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.

Team / Role Description:

The Okta Security team’s mission is to strengthen Okta’s position as the leading Identity provider through identifying and resolving risks to the employees, product, and most importantly, our customers. With the ever-increasing pace of cloud application adoption, companies are struggling to find ways to accurately assess risk and act at the speed of their business.

The Analyst of Okta’s Security Transformation Office will support Security Leadership in developing and implementing the organization’s information security framework and managing risks to protect corporate data and assets. This role includes overseeing program planning, coordinating with stakeholders, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with security practices.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the development of a clear vision and strategic direction for the Security Transformation Office.
• Drive the development of a multi-year Security Transformation program roadmap and governance by defining the program plan, key milestones, team leads and success metrics to support program targets.
• Effectively communicate program status, risks, and resource needs to leadership, rapidly identifying issues / risks and escalating as necessary.
• Succinctly communicate issues to relevant stakeholders and proactively collaborate to ensure timely resolution.
• Build strong partnerships with business units and other corporate support functions by facilitating stakeholder alignment sessions across a diverse set of groups / organizations.
• Drive quarterly program and risk management performance recapping and tying results back to the NIST CSF maturity score methodology.
• Provide data driven actionable insights to teams and business leaders.

Required Experience & Skills:

• 4+ years of consulting and / or industry experience with a background in strategy / management consulting or business operations.
• Proficient in programmatic data analysis (e.g., SQL, Python).
• Practical expertise in enterprise software / B2B SaaS industry. Previous high-growth operations or startup experience is highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional operational and strategic initiatives. Exposure to delivering cybersecurity projects is a major plus.
• Exceptional written and oral communication and collaboration skills across all levels of an organization. Able to convey complex ideas in a strategic and concise fashion.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with a portfolio of assignments and drive complex strategic projects to completion with minimal supervision.

Below is the annual salary range for candidates located in Canada. Your actual salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, RRSP with a match, healthcare spending, telemedicine, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies.

The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in Canada is between: $141,000 — $211,000 CAD.

What you can look forward to as a Full-Time Okta employee!

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