Identity & Access Management Specialist

US Tech Solutions; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Identity & Access Management Specialist to enhance security governance and compliance. In this pivotal role, you will develop and execute IAM controls, analyze security solutions, and support compliance audits. Your expertise will contribute to evolving the identity access security function, ensuring the organization meets regulatory requirements. Join a dynamic team where your skills in IAM and project management will make a significant impact on the company's security posture. If you're ready to take on a challenging role in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of IT experience with a focus on IAM.
• Hands-on experience with IAM/IGA platforms like SailPoint.
• Strong understanding of controls and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute controls for identity and access management.
• Maintain IAM policies and ensure compliance.
• Analyze security solutions and provide recommendations.

Skills

Identity and Access Management

Governance and Controls

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Tools

SailPoint

SQL

Python

Job description

Role: Identity & Access Management Specialist
Location: Montreal, QC (Hybrid, 3 Days/Week onsite from start of assignment)
Duration: 9 Months Contract with possible extension

Business Overview:

• The US/Americas Information Security department covers the following areas: Identity & Access Management (IAM), Application Security, Third Party Security, Data Security & Cyber Defense. As part of the IAM team we ensure:
• The management of governance, risk, and controls for all CIB & Group IAM security requirements
• The support of internal and external audits, and regulatory exams
• The execution of all key IAM controls to ensure compliance with various regulatory & Group requirements

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute controls related to identity and access management
• Develop metrics to periodically report on the IAM governance program
• Maintain and update IAM related policies, procedures, and standards and adhere to these practices
• Analyze, design, and provide security solution(s)/recommendations on IAM
• Perform security and quality checks on new application onboardings and/or any updates being made to application metadata within the IGA tool
• Perform and support periodic access recertification campaigns
• Perform and/or support access reconciliation of applications as per the defined scope and frequency in the requirements
• Evolve the identity access security function by continuous assessment of risks, threats & vulnerabilities, related to access management
• Support compliance audits conducted by internal/external auditors and regulatory exams
• Support Continuous Monitoring Framework by effectively reporting Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Control Indicators (KCIs) on a periodic basis, and incorporating in the Information Security dashboard (OpCo/SteerCo)
• Report and evidence executed controls in the dedicated tool to ensure L3 compliance as per the control plan
• Support team colleagues by assisting with other ongoing engagements in project mode, as and when needed
• Contribute to the overall GRC framework for IT & Cyber in the region

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 to 10 years of professional IT related work experience
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Identity and Access Management including the areas of controls and governance
• Hands on functional experience with one or more major IAM /IGA platforms (e.g. SailPoint)
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects & work streams in parallel
• Understands Controls, Control Gaps, and Action Plans
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or related field preferred
• Knowledge of IAM Security Practices, Regulatory Compliance (SOX, FFIEC and 17A5)
• Knowledge of provisioning, authentication and authorization technologies & standards
• The ability to create and run SQL scripts and knowledge of python would be beneficial
• Relevant certification such as CISSP, CIAM Certified

About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.