Information Security Specialist- Data and Analytics

Insight Global is looking for an information security specialist to join one of the leading banks in Toronto. This role focuses on leveraging audit and regulatory findings data to drive advanced
analytics, predictive modeling, aggregate risk, and data-driven decision-making to enhance risk management and
compliance.
This role will be central to strengthening our risk management framework, ensuring findings are analysed with rigor, and enabling leaders to make data driven decisions that enhance compliance, control effectiveness, and sustainability of remediation. Here's some of what you may be asked to perform:

-Partner with Data Managers, GRC, and risk stakeholders to define and execute the data and analytics strategy supporting audit, regulatory, and assurance governance priorities.
Design, build, and deploy statistical, machine learning, and predictive models to identify risk trends, severity, control weaknesses, and emerging issues across findings and remediation data.
-Analyze large, complex datasets to perform root cause analysis, risk prioritization, and sustainability assessments, translating results into actionable insights for leadership and oversight forums.
-Develop and maintain executive‑level dashboards, scorecards, KPIs, and BI reporting that communicate risk intelligence clearly to regulators, auditors, and senior management.
-Ensure analytics solutions meet governance, interpretability, ethical, and regulatory standards (e.g., NIST, ISO), with strong documentation and model oversight.
-Automate recurring analysis, reporting, and data pipelines to improve efficiency, data quality, and scalability using modern tools (Python, SQL, Power BI, AI/Copilot).
-Mentor junior analysts and data scientists, driving best practices in analytics, modeling, and storytelling while fostering a culture of analytical excellence and innovation.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

•Undergraduate degree or Technical Certificate
• 7+ years data science and analytics experience
-Advanced proficiency in Python, R, SQL; familiarity with big data and cloud platforms (Spark, AWS, Azure,
GOP).
• Experience with machine learning, predictive analytics, and statistical modeling applied to risk or audit
data
• Expertise in data visualization and storytelling using Power BI, Tableau or equivalent.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies, regulatory frameworks (e.g., OCC, Fed, Basel, SOX, NIST, ISO 27001),
and issue management practices
• Proficiency in Atlassian Confluence, including a strong understanding of spaces, templates, macros, and
permissions. Develop web applications and user interfaces using React, HTML, and CSS, ensuring a
responsive and seamless user experience. Integrate Confluence with other Atlassian products and thirdparty applications as needed for seamless workflow.
• Knowledgeable in Artificial Intelligence to lead the design, development and deployment of AI-driven
solutions that enhance business operations, decision-making, and innovation.
• Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, Serivce Now, MetricStream) a strong plus
• Understanding of risk taxonomies, KRIs and control effectiveness measures.
• Risk Mindset: Anticipates and quantifies risks to support proactive mitigation.
• Data Storytelling: Translates technical analysis into clear, concise narratives for executives and regulators.

CRISC certification or equivalent experience a plus.
• CISA certification or equivalent experience a plus.
• CISSP certification or equivalent experience a plus.
• Information Security or technology risk and controls background, Big Four experience a plus
• AI/ML tools knowledge / experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.