Security Data Analytics & Reporting Engineer - Jobs in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Job Description

Job DescriptionDXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) empowers global companies to operate their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds. Many of the world’s largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deliver exceptional service across the Enterprise Technology Stack, driving performance, competitiveness, and customer experience. Discover more about our commitment to excellence for customers and colleagues at DXC.com.At DXC, we harness the power of technology to deliver essential IT services that help our clients modernize operations and drive innovation across their entire IT infrastructure. Our services span the Enterprise Technology Stack and include business process outsourcing, insurance, analytics and engineering, applications, security, cloud, IT outsourcing, and modern workplace solutionsAbout The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Security Data Analyticsamp; Reporting Engineer to join our cybersecurity team. This role is pivotal in transforming complex security data into actionable insights through advanced analytics, automation, and visualization. You will work closely with Security Operations Center (SOC) teams, threat analysts, and leadership to deliver impactful dashboards, reports, and metrics that drive strategic and operational decisions.Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI to visualize security data and SOC metrics
• Automate data workflows and reporting processes using Power Automate and other Microsoft Power Platform tools
• Collaborate with SOC and threat intelligence teams to define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and key risk indicators (KRIs)
• Integrate and normalize data from various security tools (SIEMs, EDRs, vulnerability scanners, etc.) to support comprehensive analytics
• Leverage AI tools and techniques to enhance anomaly detection, trend analysis, and predictive insights
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all reporting and analytics platforms
• Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership
• Stay current with industry trends in cybersecurity analytics, AI, and automation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in security analytics, data engineering, or a related role
• Expert-level proficiency in Power BI, including DAX, Power Query, and custom visual development
• Strong experience with Power Automate for workflow automation and integration
• Deep understanding of SOC operations, security event data, and common metrics (MTTD, MTTR, alert volumes, etc.)
• Experience working with large datasets and integrating data from multiple security platforms
• Familiarity with AI/ML tools (e.g., Azure ML, OpenAI, or similar) for enhancing security analytics
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate, Certified SOC Analyst (CSA), or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for data manipulation and automation
• Knowledge of cloud security (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and cloud-native security analytics tools

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and innovative work environment
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies

DXC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome the many dimensions of diversity. Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy.In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance in filling out the employment application or require a reasonable accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail AODA Canada Requests.Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing a reasonable accommodation related to a disability.At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.