Senior Business Analyst, Cyber AI Initiatives
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About the position:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Business Analyst to join the Cyber Initiatives team. This role is critical to accelerating our Cyber Artificial Intelligence (AI) program by transforming early ideas into well-defined, high-value AI use cases and enabling informed, investment decisions. The position operates at a strategic and cross-functional level, providing leadership, expert judgment, and insight across complex and integrated cyber, data, and AI initiatives.
This role is designed for a senior practitioner who operates with a high degree of autonomy, influences long-term direction, and shapes outcomes that extend beyond individual projects.
What you will do:
As a Senior Business Analyst (Cyber AI), you will act as a trusted advisor to leadership and delivery teams, shaping the Cyber AI program from ideation through prioritization and knowledge institutionalization.
In addition:
Cyber AI use case development:
Portfolio prioritization and investment guidance:
Knowledge development and documentation
Mentorship, influence, and collaboration
What you need to succeed
You are a self-starter with strong communication and interpersonal skills who can build and maintain relationships across multiple levels of partners. You also have a strong attention to detail, are analytical, and capable of solving problems independently or as part of a team.
In addition, you have:
Nice-to-have:
Your education and experience
Your combined education and work experience demonstrate that you have the proficiencies and skills for the role. We are ideally seeking candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience or candidates with a college diploma with 7+ years of relevant experience.
Innovative Mindset
We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things.
Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional). If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level. Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
What you need to know
Hybrid Work Model
The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank’s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.
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
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
As Canada’s Central bank, our principal role is to promote the country’s economic and financial welfare by keeping inflation low, stable and predictable. Our vision is to be “a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada.” No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very centre of Canada’s economy.
