RQ00307 - Identity Access Management Specialist - Senior

S M Software Solutions Inc; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity is seeking a Senior Identity Access Management Specialist in Toronto to enhance their IAM program. This senior role involves designing and implementing IAM strategies, managing access controls, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in IAM platforms and protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in IAM roles.
• Deep understanding of IAM protocols (SAML, OAuth2).
• Knowledge of zero trust architecture and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing IAM strategies.
• Managing identity lifecycle processes and access governance.
• Monitoring access events and conducting audits.

Skills

IAM principles

Multi-factor authentication

Access governance

Privileged access management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Certifications such as CIAM, CISSP, or CISM

Tools

Azure AD

Okta

Ping Identity

SailPoint

CyberArk

Job description

RQ00307 - Identity Access Management Specialist - Senior

Supply Ontario is seeking a Senior Identity Access Management (IAM) Specialist to support our cybersecurity program. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing secure access to systems and data across our enterprise environment.

Start Date: 2025-05-20

End Date: 2026-04-03

Location: 200 Front St West, Toronto, Canada

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, up to 3 days onsite

Hours: 7.25 hours per day, 5 days a week

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing IAM strategies aligned with organizational needs and compliance requirements.
• Managing identity lifecycle processes, access governance, and privileged access controls.
• Integrating IAM solutions across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Supporting multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, and privileged access management.
• Monitoring access events, conducting audits, and responding to incidents.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in IAM roles within enterprise environments.
• Deep understanding of IAM principles, protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect), and technologies.
• Proven experience with IAM platforms such as Azure AD, Okta, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, SailPoint, CyberArk, or similar.
• Experience with RBAC, ABAC, and JIT access models.
• Knowledge of zero trust architecture and security standards (NIST 800-63, ISO 27001, SOC 2, CIS).

Deliverables include:

• Developing and executing IAM strategies and architecture.
• Managing identity lifecycle and access controls.
• Implementing security solutions like MFA, SSO, and PAM.
• Conducting audits, reviews, and compliance activities.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Certifications such as CIAM, CISSP, or CISM.
• Experience in public sector or regulated environments is a plus.

Application instructions: Send your updated resume, skills matrix, references, expected hourly rate, visa status, and LinkedIn profile to [e-mail]. Only applications meeting the qualifications will be considered.