FAQs
What is the primary purpose of the Data Analyst position in Fraud Threat Management?
The primary purpose is to explore and leverage data to deliver and advance cyber-fraud analysis, supporting critical incidents and enabling incident handlers to design countermeasures against fraud.
What are the main responsibilities of the Data Analyst role?
The main responsibilities include transforming data into insights, performing tactical analysis, managing data-related queries, detecting anomalies, supporting advanced data science functions, and helping to define key performance indicators.
What qualifications are required for the Data Analyst position?
A bachelor's degree in Analytics, Data Management, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field and 3+ years of data analysis or business intelligence experience are required.
What skills are essential for this role?
Essential skills include expertise in exploratory and diagnostic analysis, strong knowledge of data analysis and statistics, proficiency with analytics and visualization tools, and competency with statistical programming and query languages.
Is experience in cybersecurity preferred for this position?
Yes, familiarity with incident management, threat intelligence, and related cybersecurity functions is a definite asset.
Are there any language requirements for this job?
Bilingual skills in Spanish are considered an asset for this position.
What kind of work environment can candidates expect?
Candidates can expect a standard office-based environment with non-standard hours, including on-call incident management support.
Is travel required for this role?
Limited travel is required for this position.
What does Scotiabank value in its employees?
Scotiabank values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
How can candidates request accommodations during the recruitment process?
Candidates can inform the Recruitment team if they require accommodations, such as an accessible interview site or alternate format documents.