IT Security Advisor IAM/AAM

Intact Financial Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Toronto is seeking an IT Security Advisor to join their growing team. This role focuses on designing and managing security solutions, particularly using IBM Security Verify Access. Responsibilities include monitoring systems, automating processes, and providing guidance to junior team members. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in computer science, experience in security technology, and strong communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work model and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Possibility to purchase extra days off

Multiple benefits for wellbeing

Annual bonus and Employee Share Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in information technology (security).
• Proven experience working on Web Authentication and Authorization technology.
• Strong understanding of web reverse proxies and junctions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions using IBM Security Verify Access.
• Monitor security systems and respond to incidents.
• Automate security processes to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Web Authentication and Authorization technology

Scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Ansible automation

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and interpersonal abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

IBM Security Verify Access

Web reverse proxies

Job description

Overview

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

Pay at Intact is about much more than just salary.

• Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more
• Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)

Salary range (but not limited to):

101,800 - 124,400

Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance):

12%

As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.

Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan.

Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well.

About the role

We’re looking for an IT Security Advisor - IAM/AAM to join our growing team!

What you'll do here:

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions using IBM Security Verify Access.
• Configure and maintain web reverse proxies, junctions, and federation for optimal security and performance.
• Develop scripts to automate security processes, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance.
• Utilize Ansible to automate deployment, configuration, and management of security tools and infrastructure.
• Work with containerization technologies to deploy services in containerized environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security solutions with business processes.
• Monitor security systems, analyze potential threats, and respond to security incidents.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior security team members.
• Participate in support activities with other members of the team
• Maintain Intact’s cybersecurity plan and assist in internal investigations of moderate to high levels of complexity.
• Review and analyze available information on suspected cases of internal employee fraud and determine the type and scope of investigation required.
• Uncover anomalies, investigate advanced cyber events.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or any combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in information technology (security).
• Proven experience working on Web Authentication and Authorization technology like IBM Security Verify Access.
• Strong understanding of web reverse proxies, junctions, and federation protocols.
• Experience in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with Ansible for automation and configuration management.
• Familiarity with containerization platforms such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong ethical principles and understanding of business and information security ethics
• One of these certifications would be a considerable asset: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, GSEC, GISP
• Positive attitude, team spirit and eagerness to learn
• Critical mind
• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English speaking colleagues across the country.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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Il sagit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en plein croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.