Scrum Master - IAM

Intact Financial; Saint-Hyacinthe; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a passionate Scrum Master to join their Identity and Access Management team. The role involves facilitating agile practices, collaborating with stakeholders, and contributing to high-profile projects aimed at enhancing security practices. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and relevant Agile certifications, with a focus on continuous improvement and team collaboration.

Benefits

Financial rewards program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Extensive flex pension and benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Annual wellness account

Dynamic workplace learning ecosystem

Inclusive employee-led networks

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban principles.
• Experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and assist in defining delivery objectives.
• Promote and support the use of agile practices within the team.
• Identify and remove obstacles that could hinder the team's progress.

Skills

Agile

Scrum

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field

Agile certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent)

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

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.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Scrum Master to join our Identity and Access Management (IAM) team.

As part of a large-scale program to upgrade our security practices, particularly in the area of Identity and Access Management (IAM), our team is looking for someone to contribute to the execution of our roadmap, which consists of numerous large-scale and high-profile cross-functional projects.

What you'll do here:

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives).

• Assist the team in defining delivery objectives and ensuring their achievement.

• Promote and support the use of agile practices within the team

• Collaborate closely with Product Owners to ensure proper backlog management and prioritization.

• Identify and remove obstacles that could hinder the team's progress.

• Ensure transparency and visibility of team progress through regular reporting.

• Foster a collaborative and trusting work environment.

• Encourage continuous improvement within the team.

What you bring to the table:

• At least 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master Agile certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent).

• Proven ability to guide and support agile teams to achieve ambitious project goals.

• In-depth knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban principles and methodologies.

• Demonstrated ability to engage diverse stakeholders, beyond security teams, in IAM project deliveries.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and constantly changing environment.

• Experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM/IAM) is an asset.

• Problem-solving and negotiation skills.

• Qualifications: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field Certification Scrum Master (CSM, PSM, or equivalent).

• Practical experience with Agile project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, etc.)

• Proven experience delivering large, complex projects.

• 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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What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

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.

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