Cybersecurity - Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) - Senior Consultant (Calgary)

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading consulting firm as a Senior Consultant in Cybersecurity, focusing on Identity Governance and Administration solutions. You will lead implementation projects, assist clients with IAM strategies, and develop solutions to improve security compliance and governance frameworks. This role demands strong technical knowledge in IAM technologies and a commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health coverage

Pension plan

Generous vacation policy

Skill development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with IGA platforms like Saviynt.
• Hands-on experience in IAM solution implementation.
• Knowledge of lifecycle management, application onboarding, and risk models.

Responsibilities

• Lead IGA advisory and implementation projects.
• Create and maintain security policies and standards.
• Manage technical delivery of IGA projects and develop architecture solutions.

Skills

IAM strategy

Identity Governance

Visual Studio

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Saviynt

Microsoft Entra ID Governance

MS-SQL

AWS

Azure

Job description

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Cybersecurity - Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) - Senior Consultant (Calgary)

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: May 29, 2025

Requisition ID: 1603738

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us to build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

As an IGA consultant, you will lead IGA advisory and implementation projects, assisting clients with assessment, technical design, and implementation of Identity and Access Management solutions.

The ideal candidate must have experience in driving IAM strategy, technology changes, and project delivery in cloud and on-premises environments. Familiarity with risk frameworks, compliance, and auditing controls for implementing identity and access management solutions on cloud and on-premises resources is required. Experience with integrating solutions on IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Saviynt, and Microsoft Entra ID Governance is essential.

Your key responsibilities:

• IGA assessment, architecture, solution design, and development
• Subject-matter expertise in all IGA topics related to cloud and on-premises enterprise technology, including architecture relationships
• Participate in IGA governance processes and promote IAM standards adoption
• Develop architecture solutions that meet immediate needs and support business growth, aligning with strategic vision
• Create and maintain security policies and standards aligned with industry best practices and business needs, especially regarding cloud adoption
• Manage technical delivery of IGA projects, working with stakeholders, executives, and project teams
• Review and manage technical IGA roadmaps
• Provide security configuration architecture expertise during IGA solution implementation
• Develop IGA solutions addressing issues from processes, threats, and technological changes
• Implement customized use cases and solutions
• Set up IGA policies, ensure audit compliance, and establish governance frameworks
• Guide the client’s team on Saviynt functionalities, including scripting, configuration, and development of custom connectors, workflows, and policies
• Utilize Saviynt analytics tools for identity management and create custom reports, with expertise in MS-SQL
• Manage policies and rules within the Saviynt platform
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Saviynt platform issues, collaborating with vendors and internal teams
• Conduct training sessions and workshops on IGA best practices and tools
• Monitor and analyze governance metrics to identify improvement areas
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies in identity governance
• Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration of IGA solutions with existing systems
• Support business development through proposals and presentations

Skills and attributes for success:

Hands-on experience across all phases of IAM solution implementation and optimization of existing IGA solutions.

• 3-5 years of experience with IGA platforms like Saviynt and other products
• End-to-end IGA implementation project experience
• Experience in application onboarding, requirements gathering, and compliance provisioning
• Knowledge of lifecycle management, application onboarding, access request, automated provisioning, password management, RBAC, and risk models
• Understanding of access administration, enforcement, and governance best practices
• Experience integrating authoritative sources (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors) and provisioning into systems like LDAP and Active Directory
• Proficiency in access certifications, RBAC, and SOD use cases
• Experience with REST, SAP GRC, Entra ID, database applications, and automation in Saviynt
• Saviynt IGA certification and knowledge of development languages (Java, Webservices, SQL)
• Strong communication and documentation skills with MS Office
• Experience with cloud environments such as AWS and Azure
• Knowledge of industry standards like NIST and DIACCC
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Security certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, TOGAF, SABSA) are a plus
• Canadian Federal Security clearance is a plus

To qualify for the role you must have:

• Hands-on experience across all IAM implementation phases
• Proven ability to optimize IGA solutions

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Canadian Federal Security clearance
• Additional security certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, TOGAF, SABSA)

What we offer:

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to a high-performance, inclusive culture. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive health coverage, a pension plan, generous vacation policy, paid days off, and programs supporting your well-being. We also provide:

• Support, coaching, and feedback from engaging colleagues
• Opportunities for skill development and career progression
• Flexibility to manage your role effectively

Diversity and Inclusion at EY:

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