Security Specialist - IAM

Intact FC • Montreal, QC

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Partner Solutions (PSI) as a Specialist Security Advisor – Identity and Access Management (IAM). In this role, you will act as PSI’s go-to IAM subject-matter expert (strategy and implementation), with responsibility for defining, evolving, and ensuring consistency of IAM practices in a multi-client environment. This role is a new member of our growing team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer/Software Engineering, and/or a specialization in Cybersecurity.
• At least eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in Information Technology or Information Security.
• Strong command of cybersecurity principles and practices, and information technology.
• Strong command of IAM governance tools and concepts, including privileged access management (PIM) and provisioning/deprovisioning.
• Strong command of the Entra suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, structured, and able to work independently.
• Strong initiative.
• Ability to explain complex concepts to executive leadership in clear terms.
• Positive attitude, team spirit, and a desire to learn.
• Demonstrated commitment to training, self-learning, and maintaining technical cybersecurity skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (French and English) – Requires regular interaction with colleagues across the country.
• Authorization to work in Canada is required.

Nice To Haves

• Programming experience with Power BI is an asset.
• SC-300, CISM, or CISSP certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Establish IAM governance mechanisms aligned with Partner Solutions’ overall strategy and objectives, as well as those of its clients.
• Evaluate various technologies related to user account, privilege, service, and identity management, taking into account the organization’s specific requirements.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses for current and future technology solutions to support the IAM program roadmap.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives aimed at optimizing identity protection.
• Optimize the RBAC/ABAC attribute model in an IT and security managed services context to meet internal needs and those of Partner Solutions’ clients (IAM at scale).
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, both internal and external, to support the evolution of an IAM solution.
• Implement and automate processes to strengthen identity management capabilities and improve the security posture of a multi-client environment.
• Document IAM processes, workflows (architecture), and best practices, and ensure documentation is kept up to date, including during periodic reviews.
• Apply continuous improvement principles to IAM practices and associated processes, leveraging data-driven insights.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more
• Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)
• Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 15%
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.
• Pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers.
• Opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan.

What This Job Offers

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