Student, Access Governance Analyst (Winter 2027)

Sun Life Financial; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Life Financial is seeking a student for a Student Access Governance Analyst role in a hybrid setting. You will support compliance tasks, help improve the security posture, and work with security teams to remediate identity access issues for Sun Life’s clients and systems.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration, and exposure to governance and access management within a global financial services environment. A strong foundation in security concepts is expected.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Undergraduate degree in computer science, information security management, cybersecurity, data sciences or comparable education/training.
• Graduation date of April 2027 or later.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with business partners in an effective and timely manner.
• Ensure written documentation is clear and captures key information for quality solutions.
• Track and escalate potential issues in a timely manner.
• Contribute as a team member and support knowledge sharing, customer service and security posture.
• Collaborate with technical support and project teams to improve global IAM security.

Skills

SQL queries

Python

PowerShell

IAM tools

CrowdStrike

CyberArk

Education

Undergraduate degree in CS/Cybersecurity/Data Sciences

Tools

SailPoint

IdentityIQ

CyberArk

Job description

At Sun Life,we’redriven by our Purpose: helping ourClientsachieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful. Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Job Description

This role requires Reliability Status Clearance. In addition to a law enforcement inquiry and a credit check, as part of your application, the Government of Canada will ask if you lived or travelled outside of Canada for 6-consecutive months during the last 5 years, and you must account for all activities during this time. Important: Obtaining Reliability Status Clearance within a reasonable amount of time is a condition required to start employment for this role at Sun Life. The Student Access Governance Analyst will be accountable for delivery of compliance tasks within company regulations and directives to improve security posture and reduce identity Access Management related risk.

Preferred skills

• Technical skills in running SQL queries for data lookup, generating reports and analyzing for remediation.
• Proficient on Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, any Addins), Python or Powershell experience.
• Collaborative skills to work with other security teams to remediate identity security issues detected by the Crowdstrike platform.
• Ability to multi-task Excellent communication skills Able to work independently with high degree of ambiguity and deliver expected outcomes.
• Experience with IAM tools (e.g. SailPoint, IdentityIQ) or with PAM tools (CyberArk).

Qualifications

• Pursuing Undergraduate degree in computer science, Information Security Management, Cybersecurity, Data Sciences or comparable education/training in a field relevant to Cyber Security.
• A graduation date of April 2027 or later.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with our business partners in an effective and timely manner.
• Ensure written documentation is clear, understandable, audience appropriate and accurately captures the key information required for a quality solution that meets business needs.
• Ensure potential issues are tracked and escalated in a timely manner.
• Participate fully as a member of the team by supporting a work environment that promotes knowledge sharing, customer service, quality, security posture, innovation and teamwork.
• Be resourceful and be able to work with technical support and project teams with strong collaboration and synergy to enhance and improve global IAM security posture.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for. Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.

Work location and arrangements

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you.

Compliance and Diversity

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to [e-mail].

Job Category: Temporary Employee Posting End Date: 21/09/2026

Company Culture and Community

Shine together At Sun Life, you can be your most brilliant self. Our supportive, flexible, and inclusive work environment is one where you – and your career – can thrive. Whatever your aspirations, collaborative leaders and colleagues are ready to help you learn, grow, and succeed. Make life brighter We’re a global company with a passion for people. As a team of 30,000 across 26 countries, our impact is far-reaching, and locally relevant There’s power in numbers. As part of Sun Life’s growing team, you have an impact on people in your community and around the world. Shape the future With an optimistic eye on a brighter future, we drive to innovate. Be part of leading change, push boundaries and try new ways of working. Use data to drive bold actions. Be agile and pivot as we test and learn. At Sun Life, we’re driving transformation, sustainability and innovation for our Clients, employees, partners, and communities.