Access Governance Specialist

sunlife; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Life is seeking an Access Governance Specialist to drive compliance and strengthen security posture through identity and access management. You will lead access reviews, collaborate with audit teams, and support governance efforts while working with cross-functional teams in a hybrid environment.

The role requires 5+ years in IT security and IAM, with professional IT security designations preferred. Strong SQL reporting, PowerShell or Python skills, and familiarity with SailPoint, Venafi,

Qualifications

• University degree/college diploma in Business or Computer Science related discipline(s).
• 5+ years in IT security related projects, access controls, identity and access management
• 5+ experience on Identity & Access Management suite
• Professional designation in IT security (such as CIAM, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CISA, CGEIT, CRISC, SANS/GIAC, CEH) preferred
• A thorough understanding of Identity and Access Management Governance models.
• Technical skills in running complex SQL queries for data analysis and generating reports.
• Proficient on Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, any Add-ins), Python or PowerShell experience.
• Knowledge with other tools: SailPoint tools, Venafi Certificate Management, CyberArk Vault, ServiceNow

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operational activities in executing periodic access reviews and attestation processes, audit and regulatory compliance to ensure adherence to Logical Access Security Standards.
• Respond to queries from internal clients and provide support as required in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with technical support and project teams to ensure the service delivered meets end user requirements while aligning with Governance best practices to improve global IAM security posture.
• Work closely with Audit teams to demonstrate compliance to information security standards, audit and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Security Platform team to support cert lifecycle management.
• Provide management reports to established information security, audit and regulatory compliance

Skills

IT security

Identity and Access Management

SQL queries

Microsoft Office

Python

PowerShell

Education

University degree/college diploma in Business or Computer Science

Tools

SailPoint

Venafi

CyberArk

ServiceNow

Job description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you\'ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You\'ll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you\'ll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

At Sun Life, we\'re driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.

When you join Sun Life, you\'ll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients\' lives.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description

The Access Governance Specialist will be accountable for delivery of compliance tasks within company regulations and directives to improve security posture and reduce identity-related risk. They will identify, assess, and recommend controls and solutions that meet security standards while ensuring functionality for business continuity.

What you will do

• Responsible on operational activities in executing periodic access reviews and attestation processes, audit and regulatory compliance in a timely manner to ensure adherence to Logical Access Security Standards.
• Be responsive to queries from internal clients and provide support as required in a timely manner.
• Be resourceful and be able to work with technical support and project teams with strong collaboration and synergy to ensure the service delivered satisfies the end user\'s requirement while meeting Governance best practices to improve global IAM security posture.
• Work closely with Audit teams to demonstrate compliance to information security standards, audit and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with Security Platform team to support cert lifecycle management.
• Provide management report to established information security, audit and regulatory compliance

What you need to succeed

• University degree/college diploma in Business or Computer Science related discipline(s).
• 5+ years in IT security related projects, access controls, identity and access management
• 5+ experience on Identity & Access Management suite
• Professional designation in IT security (such as CIAM, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CISA, CGEIT, CRISC, SANS/GIAC, CEH) preferred
• A thorough understanding of Identity and Access Management Governance models.
• Technical skills in running complex SQL queries for data analysis and generating reports.
• Proficient on Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, any Add-ins), Phython or Poweshell experience.
• Knowledge with other tools: SailPoint tools, Venafi Certificate Management, CyberArk Vault, ServiceNow

Preferred skills

• This position requires a strong analytical aptitude with the ability to drive solutions to a positive conclusion.
• Able to work independently with high degree of ambiguity and deliver expected outcomes, be focused on the end deliverables and build trust with internal clients and peers.
• Technical skills in running complex SQL queries for data analysis and generating reports.
• Proficient on Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, any Add-ins), Phython or Poweshell experience.
• Knowledge with other tools: SailPoint tools, Venafi Certificate Management, CyberArk Vault, ServiceNow
• Work experience in Financial Industry preferred.

What\'s in it for you

We\'re honoured to be recognized as a 2026 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work Canada.

We are thrilled to be recognized by Excellence Canada with their top-level certification, the Canada Order of Excellence for Mental Health at Work , for prioritizing employee well-being, fostering a positive work culture, and achieving excellence in mental health.

• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health - mental, physical, and financial
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential.
• As a hybrid organization, you and your leader use business and Client needs to choose where you work, at home or in the office

This role requires Reliability Security Clearance. In addition to a law enforcement inquiry and a credit check, as part of your application, the Government of Canada will ask if you lived or travelled outside of Canada for 6-consecutive months during the last 5 years, and you must account for all activities during this time.

Must be able to satisfactorily complete applicable background checks prior to the start date and during employment, in accordance with Sun Life\'s policies and practices.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the