Analyst, Identity Access Management

CIRO / OCRI • Montreal, QC

1d • CA$61,600 - CA$91,350 • Hybrid

About The Position

The IAM Analyst is responsible for supporting the organization’s identity and access management program. This role ensures that employees, contractors, and partners have the appropriate access to systems and data while maintaining compliance with CIRO’s security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The IAM Analyst works closely with IT, cybersecurity, HR, and business units to manage user identities, access rights, and authentication mechanisms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of experience in IAM, IT security, or system administration.
• Familiarity with IAM tools (e.g., Okta, SailPoint, Entra ID, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Ping Identity).
• Knowledge of security principles such as least privilege, zero trust, and RBAC.
• Understanding of industry frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python).
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CIAM are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provision, modify, and de-provision user accounts across systems and applications.
• Ensure timely onboarding/offboarding processes in alignment with HR and IT policies.
• Implement and enforce role-based access controls (RBAC).
• Enhance controls and processes related to Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Review and approve access requests, ensuring least privilege principles are applied.
• Conduct periodic access reviews and certifications.
• Support multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO) solutions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot identity federation and authentication issues.
• Track and report on IAM metrics, anomalies, and potential risks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Assist with audits and provide evidence of IAM controls.
• Document IAM processes, workflows, and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline IAM operations.
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to align IAM with overall security strategy.
• Work with application owners to integrate IAM solutions into business systems.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary in alignment with market
• Performance based bonus
• Employer paid Health Benefits and Spending Account that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs as of day one
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment
• Paid flex days and sick days
• Vacation days
• Maternity Leave Of Absence/Paternity Leave Of Absence top up
• Paid continuous learning and continuing development including designations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level