Senior Business Analyst, Cyber AI Initiatives (Ottawa (Downtown), ON, CA)

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:

Lead the transformation of Cyber AI ideas into clearly articulated investment-ready use cases.


Characterize use cases by effort, complexity, value, risk, and strategic alignment.


Develop comprehensive business cases and decision artefacts.

Portfolio prioritization and investment guidance:

Design and apply prioritization frameworks for Cyber AI initiatives.


Advise leadership on investment sequence and strategic roadmaps.


Define requirements for complex, multi-faceted Cyber AI solutions.


Act as a subject-matter authority in business analysis practices.

Knowledge development and documentation

Build and maintain a Cyber AI knowledge base.


Produce clear, executive-ready documentation (e.g. use case briefs).


Monitor trends and emerging opportunities.

Mentorship, influence, and collaboration

Influence senior-level decisions through evidence-based recommendations.


Provide guidance, mentoring, and thought leadership across teams.


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:

Extensive experience in senior-level business analysis.


Experience with complex technology, cyber, data, or AI-enabled environments.


Proven ability to develop business cases and investment rationales.


Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.


Advanced analytical and documentation capabilities.


Nice-to-have:

Experience with artificial intelligence, machine learning, analytics, or data-driven initiatives.


Knowledge of security concepts, frameworks, and processes


Relevant Business Analysis designations/certifications (CBAP, etc.)


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 requirementThe 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



Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
There will be no relocation assistance provided
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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 usThis 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.




Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $111,051 to $130,649 (job grade 17)
The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (5%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service




We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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