Cyber Security Positions - General Interest Pool

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Future Positions in Cyber Security at the Bank of Canada

We are seeking candidates interested in joining our Cyber Security portfolio at the Bank of Canada!

If you are interested but don’t see any positions currently matching your interests on our Careers page, this poster is for you.

Our Cyber team is always keeping an eye out for candidates who can contribute to our mission of keeping Canada’s economy safe & secure. To learn more about our mission, feel free to review our Cyber Security Strategy available to the public.

Within the team you will be provided with the autonomy to make decisions and recommendations along with the opportunity to utilize state-of-the-art Enterprise Cyber Security Solutions and consistently learn as technology in the industry evolves.

We have a variety of potential roles in multiple domains including:

Cyber Strategy, Risk & Awareness:

Our Cyber Strategy, Risk, and Awareness team is tasked with setting the strategic direction for cyber security at the Bank as well as enhancing Cyber partnerships and collaboration within the Bank and with external partners to ensure that cyber security risks to Canada’s financial ecosystem are understood, communicated and managed effectively. We also enhance our cyber security awareness initiatives, promoting cyber safe behaviours, as well as ensuring our cyber risk posture in aligned with the Enterprise Risk Management framework.

Security Architecture & Assurance:

Our Security Architecture & Assurance group is responsible for developing and implementing collaborative measures to increase cyber security resilience. This includes developing a threat-led penetration testing framework for critical financial sector institutions, conducting vulnerability assessments, and performing technology evaluations and technical research for the evolution of the Bank’s security tools and practices.

Identity & Access Management:

Our IAM team continues to advance identity and access management controls to secure access to the Bank’s digital resources by enabling the right individuals and systems to access the right resources at the right times for the right reasons. This includes adopting zero trust architecture and ensuring our identity protocols, standards, and technology exceed industry expectations.

Monitoring & Response (Security Operations):

Our Monitoring & Response team (what most commonly see as Security Operations – or SOC team) is responsible for strengthening our systems to detect and identify cyber security events. This includes advancing the integration of threat intelligence, detection engineering and automating/integrating into our cyber monitoring function. Further, this group is tasked with improving measures to limit the impact of a potential cyber incident and improving our ability to assess, triage, and respond to cyber events and incidents.

What you need to succeed

For any position within our Cyber team, you need to be a great teammate, willing to collaborate and solve problems in a diverse environment. You are also a self-starter, change contributor, and have effective communication skills.

What you need to know
If you are interested, we recommend you apply to this poster and complete the application process detailing your interest and area of expertise. We will reach out to applicants that match certain requirements or who we deem may have interest in an upcoming open position.

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What you need to know

• Language requirement: English or French essential
• Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
• Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
• In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and further to public health guidelines, preventative measures are being taken to ensure health and safety during the recruitment process. All interviews are conducted virtually.

Hybrid Work Model #LI-Hybrid

The Bank is conducting a trial of a hybrid working model which provides employees with the flexibility to telework for significant portions of each month. During the trial, employees will be expected to come onsite on those days when they are involved in activities that they or their leader feel are better conducted in person and to build connections with colleagues. For the majority of employees, it is expected that onsite time will range from 5 to 10 days per month, depending on your role. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

For term positions, should you not live within reasonable commuting distance of the office, you will be able to work 100% remote (within Canada) for the duration of the term.

Vaccination Policy

Please note that the application of the Bank’s Covid-19 Vaccination policy has been temporarily suspended, effective June 20, 2022. As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Bank. However, please note that the Bank reserves the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider.

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  Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and set based on job grades and salary ranges depending on the position and level.
• Depending on performance, you may be eligible for performance pay for successfully meeting or for exceeding expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
• Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
• Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
• Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension #LI-POST