IT Systems Engineer - Identity

Decisive Point; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 132,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Asana is seeking an experienced IT Systems Engineer (Identity) to join our IT Team in Vancouver. You will support internal and cloud identity infrastructure, focusing on automation and end-user experience.

This hybrid role requires in-office days and some remote work, with a path to scale Asana's global IT operations. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in identity systems, SSO with Okta or similar, and proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, and automation scripting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in identity/systems engineering or similar role.
• Experience with SSO implementations (Okta or similar).
• Strong scripting and automation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement internal and cloud identity infrastructure.
• Automate identity workflows to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Security and IT teams on policy design.
• Scale IT services with automation opportunities.
• Resolve complex escalations with long-term solutions.

Skills

SSO integrations

Cloud app management

iPaaS tools

Ticketing systems

Problem solving

Python scripting

AI tools curiosity

Tools

Google Workspace

Okta

Slack

Job description

Asana is seeking an experienced IT Systems Engineer (Identity) to join our growing IT Team and support the critical systems that keep IT moving forward. The ideal candidate will be focused on increasing IT efficiency through automation, and improving the end-user experience. Based in our Vancouver office, you will be primarily responsible for the support and implementation of our internal and cloud based IT identity infrastructure and applications.

As an Identity Engineer, you will support and implement our internal and cloud-based IT identity infrastructure and applications to increase efficiency through automation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve the end-user experience while maintaining a crisp and detail-oriented focus on our identity systems. By leveraging your passion for technology and automation, you will play a critical role in scaling Asana's global IT operations.

This role is based in our Vancouver office with an office-centric hybrid schedule. The standard in-office days are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Most Asanas have the option to work from home on Wednesdays. Working from home on Fridays depends on the type of work you do and the teams with which you partner. If you're interviewing for this role, your recruiter will share more about the in-office requirements.

What You’ll Achieve

• Drive efficiency by implementing automated SSO on-boarding and off-boarding processes.
• Empower the organization through expert administration and support of Google Workspace, Slack, and Asana.
• Design and deliver security policies in partnership with the Security team to protect our global user base.
• Scale IT services by identifying and executing on high-impact automation opportunities.
• Standardize and automate routine IT tasks to improve overall system reliability.
• Resolve complex technical escalations with a focus on building long-term preventative solutions.
• Foster a robust IT environment by collaborating with Support and Security teams to resolve systemic issues.

About You

• 5+ years of experience with the following:
  • SSO integrations with Okta or a similar platform
  • Cloud system application management including: Google Workplace, Okta, and Slack.
• Working knowledge of iPaaS tools such as Bettercloud or Workato
• Experience navigating ticket-based enterprise workflow management systems
• Strong problem-solving skills paired with a service-oriented approach
• Proficiency in scripting with Python or equivalent automation tools
• Demonstrates curiosity about AI tools and emerging technologies, with a willingness to learn and leverage them to enhance productivity, collaboration, or decision-making

At Asana, we’re committed to building teams that include a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, as this is critical to helping us achieve our mission. If you're interested in this role and don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

What We’ll Offer

Our comprehensive compensation package plays a big part in how we recognize you for the impact you have on our path to achieving our mission. We believe that compensation should be reflective of the value you create relative to the market value of your role. To ensure pay is fair and not impacted by biases, we're committed to looking at market value which is why we check ourselves and conduct a yearly pay equity audit.

For this role, the estimated base salary range is between CAD 132,000–150,000. The actual base salary will vary based on various factors, including market and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. The listed range above is a guideline, and the base salary range for this role may be modified.

In addition to base salary, your compensation package may include additional components such as equity, sales incentive pay (for most sales roles), and benefits. If you're interviewing for this role, speak with your recruiter to learn more about the total compensation and benefits for this role.

We strive to provide equitable and competitive benefits packages that support our employees worldwide and include:

• Mental health, wellness & fitness benefits
• Career coaching & support
• Inclusive family building benefits
• Long-term savings or retirement plans
• In-office culinary options to cater to your dietary preferences

These are just some of the benefits we offer, and benefits may vary based on role, country, and local regulations. If you're interviewing for this role, speak with your recruiter to learn more about the total compensation and benefits for this role.

About Us

Asana is a leading platform for human + AI collaboration. Millions of teams around the world rely on Asana to achieve their most important goals, faster. Asana has been named to Fortune's Best Workplaces for 7+ years and recognized by Fast Company, Forbes, and Gartner for excellence in workplace culture and innovation. We offer an exceptional office-centric culture while adopting the best elements of hybrid models to ensure that every one of our global team members can work together effortlessly. With 13+ offices all over the world, we are always looking for individuals who care about building technology that drives positive change in the world and a culture where everyone feels that they belong.

We believe in supporting people to do their best work and thrive. Our goal is to ensure that Asana upholds an environment where all people feel that they are respected and valued, whether they are applying for an open position or working at the company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.