IAM Security Specialist (6-month contract)

Interac Corp.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Interac Corp. is seeking an IAM Security Specialist for a 6-month contract in Toronto. This role involves managing user access to networks and systems, ensuring secure operations, and collaborating with IT teams. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in Information Systems, strong knowledge of IAM principles, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Ongoing education support

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Information Systems or related field.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory permissions.
• Familiarity with industry standards (PCI, ISO, NIST).

Responsibilities

• Manage identities, accounts, and permissions using IAM solutions.
• Handle daily access requests and enforce access controls.
• Collaborate with teams for asset onboarding and process refinement.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Degree/diploma in Information Systems or related field

Tools

PowerShell

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

IAM Security Specialist (6-month contract)

Apply locations: Toronto  |  Full time  |  Posted on: 6 Days Ago  |  Job requisition id: REQ-1786

About Interac

At Interac, we design and deliver products and solutions that give Canadians control over their money, shaping the future of the digital economy in Canada. We lead in real-time money movement, innovative commerce solutions, and advancements in verification and open banking.

Role Overview

The IAM Security Specialist manages user access to networks, systems, and applications, ensuring secure and compliant operations. This role involves collaborating with IT and security teams to maintain security posture and improve processes.

Responsibilities

1. Manage identities, accounts, and permissions using industry-standard IAM, PAM, Secrets Management, and CIAM solutions.
2. Support security projects related to application integration and onboarding.
3. Coordinate with teams for asset onboarding and process refinement.
4. Maintain and update access management SOPs.
5. Handle daily access requests, provisioning, modifications, and removals efficiently.
6. Enforce access controls and troubleshoot user access issues.
7. Collaborate with Level-2, vendor, and infrastructure teams for troubleshooting.
8. Ensure SLA compliance and respond to critical issues promptly.
9. Participate in change management and perform QA tests post-upgrades or patches.
10. Monitor PAM alerts and perform account discovery and testing during projects.
11. Execute access certification, SoD, and remediation processes.
12. Manage IAM operations including SSO, MFA, privileged access, and secrets management.
13. Support security incident activities and provide on-call support.
14. Lead or contribute to IAM capability projects.
15. Stay updated on cybersecurity threats and IAM trends.

Qualifications

1. Degree/diploma or relevant experience (3-5 years) in Information Systems or related field.
2. Strong understanding of Active Directory permissions and groups.
3. Knowledge of MSSQL, Oracle, DB2, UNIX is a plus.
4. Experience with PowerShell scripting, automation, and ticketing tools like ServiceNow or Jira.
5. Experience in information security and IAM principles.
6. Familiarity with industry standards (PCI, ISO, NIST).
7. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills.
8. Eligibility to work in Canada and ability to obtain secret clearance.

Additional Information

Interac conducts background checks including criminal record, safety verification, ID cross-check, employment, education, and possibly credit/social media checks.

Our Culture & Benefits

We foster a culture of excellence, connection, and core values like trust, teamwork, and accountability. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and ongoing education to support your growth.

Important Notice

Beware of fraudulent employment offers using Interac’s name. Interac will never ask for money for employment. Report any suspicious activity.