Data Security Analyst in Toronto, ON

Data Security Analyst Job Description

Data Security Analysts in Canada must possess a thorough understanding of all aspects of computer and network security, including areas such as firewall administration, encryption technologies, and network protocols. Data security analysts manage, deploy, maintain, and optimize software applications and must be skilled in Windows operating systems and common PC applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite. Analysts need strong analytical, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent judgment and self-motivation. Successful candidates stay up to date with government regulations and industry security trends and developments. Employers generally seek a bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field, along with at least three years of practical data security experience. A professional certification such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) designation is also a valuable asset.

Typical data security analyst duties:

Performing security audits and risk assessments and analyses.

Making recommendations for enhancing data systems security.

Researching attempted breaches of data security and rectifying security weaknesses.

Formulating security policies and procedures.

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Salary for Data Security Analyst in Toronto, ON

119945 - 154625

Low

119945

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

Mid

143673

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferrable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

High

154625

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.

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Our starting salary projections come from a rigorous, multistep process so that our numbers accurately reflect the marketplace. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has matched with employers across the country and third-party job posting data from Textkernel that we use to independently validate the salary levels.

Starting compensation—pay for someone new to a role—can vary significantly based on a candidate’s skills, experience and certifications, as well as other factors including industry, company size and revenue, and demand for the role. To reflect this variability, we report our salary data in three levels: low, mid and high.