Requisition ID: 267354
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
We are seeking a highly motivated Cybersecurity Automation Developer to design, develop, and maintain security automation solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our Security Operations team. The ideal candidate will have strong Python development skills and hands-on experience with SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) platforms.
Is this role right for you? In this role you will:
- Design, develop, and maintain security automation workflows and playbooks.
- Integrate security tools, platforms, and APIs to streamline incident response processes.
- Develop and support Python-based automation scripts and applications.
- Build and optimize SOAR use cases for threat detection, investigation, and remediation.
- Collaborate with SOC analysts, threat hunters, and engineers to identify automation opportunities.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve existing automation solutions.
- Create technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge articles.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across cybersecurity operations
Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or automation development.
- Strong proficiency in Python programming.
- Hands-on experience with one or more SOAR platforms
- Experience working with REST APIs, JSON, and web services.
- Knowledge of security operations, incident response, and threat management processes.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git.
- Experience with SOAR and SIEM platforms.
- Knowledge of cloud security technologies (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, ARM/Bicep).
- Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and cybersecurity frameworks.
- Python
- SOAR Platforms
- REST APIs
- Git/GitHub
- PowerShell (nice to have)
- SIEM Integration
- Security Automation & Orchestration
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. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
- 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. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
- 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(s): 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.
