Data Specialist jobs in Canada

Skills and attributes for success

• The ability to provide excellent client service and manage and build strong relationships both internally and externally, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating operations with technology skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, data science, informatics, operations research, engineering or a related field and approximately 5 - 10 year’s experience
• Solid experience on transformational programs that involve informational systems
• Project execution skills to oversee highly technical implementations at scale
• Experience in architecture and conception in data warehousing, business intelligence, data management, data transformation, Big Data and data visualization
• Experience with range of data tools, for example: Tableau, SAS, Teradata, Informatica, Power BI
• Experience with data virtualization, data visualization, data automation, data modeling
• Experience with databases and data warehouse platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, DB2,
• Awareness of emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Enterprise data modeling experience across a variety of industry verticals
• Experience with data warehousing tools such as WhereScape, Coalesce, VaultSpeed
• Specific expertise in Snowflake data warehouse platforms
• Experience with Data Vault 2.0 data warehousing methodologies
• A high level of motivation, strong work ethic and self-starting attitude.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, both pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of 15 days of vacation plus ten observed holidays and three paid personal days, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• The opportunity to manage a portfolio of talent within a designated service line
• A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world
• Excellent training and development prospects, both through established programs and on-the-job training
• An excellent team of senior colleagues, dedicated to managing and varying your workload

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Security Technology - Cloud Security Engineer

We are looking for a Cloud Security Engineer, who will become part of our Security Technology Services Engineering team. In this role you will be involved in managing and coordinating activities related to cloud technologies, business drivers, and most importantly, security posture. In this role you will have the opportunity to work alongside like-minded individuals, stand up new technologies, and coordinate with internal and external groups to ensure the related systems are secure and robust.

Your key Responsibilities

As an individual contributor, you’ll bring your engineering expertise into efforts which introduce new technologies and upgrade existing ones. Active project participation in new or integrated technologies as the Subject Matter Expert for the Information Security use cases pertaining to Cloud Security technology. You will be responsible for the design, engineering, implementation, and early life cycle support of systems and services within our EY multi-cloud environments. You will work closely with Teams across EY such as: Security Architects, Service Delivery, Security Operations, and Cyber Defense for the enablement of security solutions and services. You will also provide consulting services to other teams and act as a level four contact for operational issues.

• Provide technical oversight of Information Security technologies that fall under the team’s responsibilities, confirming they are operating within agreed service levels and at peak possible performance
• Represent the team in specific Project activities, including Leading projects and managing the activity of others towards successful completion.
• Engineer security solutions and services following all relevant EY standards and practices for On-Premises, Hybrid and Cloud-Based environments.
• Lead the design, implementation, testing of security solutions and services for a large or more complex project to its completion which includes production support and documentation.
• Take accountability for the design, delivery, and maintenance of new and existing security solutions or services, driving compliance with and contributing to the development of relevant standards.
• Apply modern standards/principles, global product-specific guidelines, security standards, design standards, to security solutions and services as appropriate.
• Improve existing security solutions and services in use by partnering with Security Architecture, Service Owners, and Security Operations. Drives automation and innovation across the security solutions supported.
• Work in a diverse, global environment and build strong relationships across all levels of a matrixed, geographically, and culturally dispersed organization.
• Be flexible to work out of regular office hours to accommodate the team and organizational calls and meetings. Weekend or late-night work may occur during project and early life cycle support phases.
• No direct supervision responsibilities though technical leadership required within assigned projects.
• Articulate technology issues/concerns that may emerge at any level of the technical stack, and from any component across the ecosystem, to senior business and technology leaders.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge in several of the following areas: Cloud services (Azure, GCP, or AWS), cloud resource delivery and management, and security enforcement in cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with containers and Kubernetes, such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), or Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS), as well as serverless container platforms such as Azure Container Apps (ACA), Azure Container Instances (ACI), AWS Fargate, etc.
• Proficiency in scripting with PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar languages.
• 4+ years of experience in Security, with a strong focus on cloud or container security.
• Proven track record of working with a team as well as managing projects and initiatives.
• Proficiency with change control management processes.
• The ability and desire to train and mentor staff in technical process and best practices.
• Extensive experience working in large, global, and virtual environments.
• Strong English language skills, both written and verbal.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Hands-on experience with container security platforms such as AquaSec Platform & Trivy.
• Experience or awareness of observability & operation telemetry platforms, such as Azure Log Analytics Workspace, Grafana, Logstash, etc.
• Experience working with automation and workflow orchestration services, such as Logic Apps/PowerAutomate, n8n, etc
• Relevant certifications in cloud administration, engineering, or security (e.g., Azure, GCP, AWS).
• Security certifications such as GSEC, CISSP, or equivalents from ISC2 or GIAC.
• Project management experience and familiarity with service introduction and readiness processes.
• Proficiency with DevOps CI/CD tools, such as Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipelines.
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud architectures and connectivity solutions like Azure ARC, AWS Direct Connect, and Azure ExpressRoute.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IAC) and automation tools such as Terraform, Puppet, Chef, Azure DSC, or AutoManage.

What we look for

• This role is perfect for you, if you have excellent problem solving, decision making and communication skills.
• We are looking for people who are comfortable working with culturally diverse on/offshore team members, able to react appropriately during stressful and ambiguous situations, and drive efforts to successful and timely completion.

What we offer:

As part of this role, you will work in a highly coordinated, globally diverse team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a significant impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be accepted for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

In the lab, you will be joined by a team of multidisciplinary professionals in versatile roles, which includes data analytics, programming, automation, and data visualization. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Your key responsibilities

• Work within our Assurance Digital team to export, transform, validate, and output large and complex data sets for use in EY’s data analytics tools
• Work and build strong relationships with EY audit teams while co-developing a robust and repeatable data analytics delivery process
• Proactively monitor, manage, and execute projects with engagement teams
• Collaborate with the data analytics and engagement teams to design and implement improvements to the data delivery process

Skills and attributes for success

• An undergraduate degree in business or accounting with a minor in computer science, computer science, computer engineering, data analysis, financial mathematics or another related field
• A minimum of two years’ work experience
• A basic understanding of a company’s financial reporting process and financial terms
• Strong interest in data analytics, data transformation, robotics process automation, and finance or accounting
• Strong project management and organizational skills with an ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to explain technical terms to a non-technical audience
• A critical and logical thinker who is able to work both independently and in a team environment
• Process driven individual with a strong attention to detail
• This role involves interaction with clients operating nationally and globally where fluency in French and English is required. Bilingualism in both French and English is therefore a requirement of this role.

Join our Financial Services Office (FSO) and you will work with multi-disciplinary teams from around the world to deliver a global market perspective. Aligned to key industry groups including asset management and private equity, banking and capital markets, and insurance, we provide integrated assurance, consulting, strategy & transactions, and tax services to our clients. As a market segment of the FSO, the BBC includes the Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, and Cayman Islands. By joining the BBC, you will receive unmatched exposure and experience to our continuously growing portfolio of diverse FSO clients.

We have excellent opportunities for Audit Seniors to join our FSO Wealth & Asset Management team. You’ll help our clients meet their reporting requirements by accurately reporting on financial statements and providing meaningful insights into accounting and reporting matters. In return, you can expect leading class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You’ll be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us.

Skills and attributes for success

• Performing complex and specific audit procedures, while developing effective, client-focused audit strategies
• Coaching and managing a team of audit professionals, facilitating them to have the information, tools and opportunities they need to grow
• Proactively building relationships that support our ability to provide tailored services that meet a wide range of assurance needs and contribute to new business development
• Identifying and reacting to potential risks and developing new ways to improve our products and processes that promote growth and increase revenue
• Continually updating your understanding of business trends and emerging technologies to maintain your reputation as a trusted business advisor

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in an accounting, finance or a business discipline, supported by a minimum of eighteen (18) months’ work experience as an auditor in a public accounting firm
• An internationally recognized professional accounting qualification, such as a CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent; applicants who are in process of writing their professional accounting exams but have yet to become fully licensed, will also be considered
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management
• The flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge of current market issues in the Wealth & Asset Management sector
• Experience serving clients in wealth & asset management industry, which may include hedge funds, mutual funds, or private equity funds

What we look for

We’re interested in leaders who are creative and agile thinkers, with a genuine interest in improving our audit capabilities. You’ll also need to be a capable communicator both in the boardroom and across your team. If you have the technical and personal skills to understand our clients and provide excellent services every time, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, competitive pension plan, generous vacation and leave entitlement(s), and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership:We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy and Vision : Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy for data warehousing and analytics, aligned with business objectives and customer requirements. Ability to align this to a concise product roadmap and recognize ROI.
• Product Management : Define and prioritize features, user stories, and technical tasks to ensure the product backlog is focused on delivering maximum value. Incorporate product management best practices. Lead cross-functional teams and guide the development and launch of data-related products.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including business leaders, data engineers, analysts, and data scientists, to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure successful product delivery. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and communicate product updates and progress.
• Data Governance and Compliance : Drive initiatives related to data governance, data quality, compliance, and privacy to ensure that data assets are managed in a secure and compliant manner.
• Technical Expertise : Leverage a deep understanding of data warehousing, data analytics, data management, and emerging technologies to guide product development efforts.
• Economic Scalability : Evaluate the economic scalability of data infrastructure and analytics solutions to ensure they can grow in tandem with business demands without incurring disproportionately high costs.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 8+ years of experience in and understanding of concepts and frameworks pertaining to Data Management- Data Governance, Data Policy, Data Lineage, Data Models, Data Quality, Data Risk and Control Frameworks, Data Warehousing, ETL, and Data Analytics.
• 3+ years of experience with Agile product delivery. Proficiency in Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum) and familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira).
• Advanced problem-solving skills, superior communication (verbal and written)
• Experience working independently, efficiently, and effectively under tight timelines and delivering results by critical deadlines.
• Experience with client-facing activities requirements gathering, presentation creation, and ability to prepare client ready deliverables
• Experience of Agile and traditional SDLC delivery methodologies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Prior consulting experience preferred
• Project management and process development expertise in client serving roles strong organizational and time-management skills
• Certification in relevant areas such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), or similar.

Skills and attributes for success

• Be self-motivated and passionate about data management and governance
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage project delivery
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.