Information Security Senior Engineer - Identity Governance

Equinix, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation & Paid Holidays

RRSP / retirement plan

Job summary

Equinix, Inc. in Toronto, Canada seeks a SailPoint IdentityNow Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and operation of modern Identity Governance solutions, with emphasis on IdentityNow.

The role expands into non-human identities and AI-driven identity workflows, requiring deep technical expertise and cloud-ready thinking. You will drive automation-first IAM, integrate with AD/Workday/ServiceNow, and partner with cross-functional teams to secure scalable identity platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IAM/IGA with hands-on SailPoint IdentityNow.
• Experience integrating enterprise apps via REST/JSON and Postman scripting (Java/PowerShell).
• Strong problem-solving and ability to modernize identity platforms in cloud-leaning environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SailPoint IdentityNow deployment and operations.
• Develop custom workflows and automations using APIs and scripting.
• Manage identity lifecycle for human and non-human identities.
• Configure integrations with AD, Workday, ServiceNow, and databases.
• Implement access certifications, roles, and compliance controls.
• Collaborate with SRE, infra, and app teams on migrations.

Skills

IAM/IGA expertise

SailPoint IdentityNow

APIs & REST integrations

Scripting: PowerShell/Java

Cloud identity architectures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

AD

Workday

ServiceNow

REST APIs

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company® shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where tech thinkers and future builders turn bold ideas into breakthrough experiences, we welcome your unique perspective.Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers—because progress starts with fresh ideas. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

We are seeking a SailPoint IdentityNow Engineer to join the Identity Security team. This role will lead the design, implementation, and operation of modern Identity Governance (IGA) solutions, with a focus on SailPoint IdentityNow. The role also extends to emerging areas such as non-human identity (NHI) security, AI/agent identities, and automation-first identity workflows.

Success in this role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to modernize identity platforms aligned with cloud, API, and AI-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation and operation of SailPoint IdentityNow (design, deployment, and optimization).
• Develop and support custom workflows, integrations, and automations using APIs, scripting, and event-driven patterns.
• Manage identity lifecycle and governance for both human and non-human identities (service accounts, APIs, bots, AI agents).
• Configure and maintain integrations with enterprise systems (e.g., AD, Workday, ServiceNow, databases, REST services).
• Implement and optimize access certifications, role models, and compliance controls.
• Troubleshoot complex identity and access issues and drive root-cause resolution.
• Contribute to automation-first IAM strategy, reducing manual operations via scalable engineering solutions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (SRE, infra, app teams) on identity integrations and migrations.
• Produce technical documentation and support secure development, testing, and code reviews.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years experience in IAM/IGA, with 2+ years on SailPoint IdentityNow
• Strong hands-on expertise with: IdentityNow (workflows, connectors, roles, certifications) APIs, JSON, REST integrations, Postman Scripting (Java, PowerShell or similar)
• Experience integrating enterprise applications (AD, Workday, ServiceNow, DBs, SaaS apps)
• Strong understanding of cloud identity architectures and distributed systems
• Familiarity with modern authentication (OAuth2, OIDC, client credentials / app-to-app auth)
• Experience with automation and DevSecOps tooling

AI / Modern Identity (Key Differentiators)

• Experience managing non-human identities (NHIs) and machine-to-machine authentication at scale
• Understanding of AI/ML in identity security (risk-based access, anomaly detection, behavioral analytics)
• Exposure to identity governance for AI agents (access control, lifecycle, monitoring)
• Knowledge of Zero Trust and Just-in-Time (JIT) access models
• Familiarity with API security and identity orchestration patterns
• Awareness of AI security risks (e.g., data leakage, misuse of privileged access by agents)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
• SailPoint IdentityNow Certification (preferred)
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP) are a plus
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-team collaboration skills

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 136,000 - 204,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 112,000 - 162,000 CAD / Annual

The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs.

Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program

An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits

• Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
• Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Canada Core Benefits

• Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
• Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
• Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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