Senior Technology Specialist - PAM, Information Security

Equitable Life of Canada; Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Waterloo is looking for a Senior Technology Specialist in PAM to enhance their security controls. The ideal candidate will have extensive cybersecurity experience, including hands-on work with PAM solutions and a strong grasp of identity and access management. The position offers a hybrid work model, generous benefits, and an annual bonus program.

Benefits

Annual bonus program

Generous vacation package

Tuition support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years focused on PAM.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Experience with regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain PAM solutions to secure privileged accounts.
• Develop and enforce policies for privileged access control.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure PAM compliance.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., CyberArk Defender)

Tools

CyberArk

BeyondTrust

Job description

At Equitable, we believe work should be a place where you feel supported, inspired, and empowered to grow. In our caring and collaborative environment, your curiosity is encouraged, your passion is recognized, and your contributions truly matter. Together, we create meaningful impact—for our clients, our communities, and each other.

Position Title: Senior Technology Specialist - PAM, Information Security
Reports To: Senior Technology Manager, Information Security
Department: IT - Technology Risk and Governance
Term: Permanent Full-time


Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every other week, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.


The Opportunity: At Equitable, our focus is on making a meaningful impact in the lives of Canadians by putting clients at the heart of everything we do. We lead with empathy, act with intention, stay curious, and support one another every step of the way.

If you're looking for purpose-driven work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your voice is heard, and your growth is encouraged we’d love to connect!
Are you passionate about Privileged Access Management (PAM)? Join our Identity Access Team as a Senior Technology Specialist, where you’ll leverage your PAM expertise to strengthen and advance our organization’s security posture. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of deploying and refining PAM solutions, ensuring our privileged access controls are robust, compliant, and efficient. Your leadership and hands-on technical skills will directly influence the effectiveness of our security initiatives and contribute to the ongoing success of our team. Join one of the Waterloo Area’s Top Employers for 2025 and Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers for 2024 and be part of something that matters.


What you will be doing:

• Design, implement, and maintain PAM solutions to secure privileged accounts across enterprise systems.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures for privileged access control, monitoring, and auditing.
• Collaborate with IT, security, and compliance teams to ensure PAM aligns with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Manage onboarding/offboarding of privileged accounts and conduct periodic access reviews.
• Integrate PAM tools with identity governance, SIEM, and other security platforms.
• Lead incident response efforts involving privileged account misuse or compromise.
• Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams on PAM best practices
  
  
  

What you will bring:

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years focused on PAM.
• Hands-on experience with PAM tools such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea, or similar.
• Strong understanding of identity and access management (IAM), Active Directory, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, PCI-DSS).
• Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation and integration tasks.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CyberArk Defender/Sentry, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent).
• Experience with Zero Trust architecture and least privilege enforcement.
• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD pipeline security.
  
  
  

What’s in it for you:

• A workplace where care, passion, and curiosity aren’t just values, they’re how we work, grow, and succeed together every day.
• A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mind
• Annual bonus program, annual vacation allowance, and company-paid benefits program
• Generous vacation package with one volunteer day to give back to a charity of your choice
• Immediate enrollment in the company’s pension program with employer matching
• Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment
• Tuition support and specialized program assistance
• An onsite full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily options
• Discounts on company products and services, and access to exclusive employee perks
• Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration
  
  
  

As part of the recruitment/offer process you will be required to:

• Provide two professional references (minimum one supervisor and above)
• Undergo a criminal background check

This position is available due to an existing vacancy.

We are dedicated to inclusive and accessible hiring practices. If you require accommodations or alternative formats, please contact us at [e-mail].

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