Senior IAM Systems Engineer (Global Security)

RBC

About The Position

What is the opportunity? As the Senior IAM Systems Engineer, you will participate in the design with architect then lead implementation, and support of Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions at RBC, with a strong focus on CyberArk technologies. This role requires deep technical expertise in IAM, hands-on experience with CyberArk’s core components, and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver secure, scalable identity solutions. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver with a passion for cybersecurity, automation, and driving efficiency in enterprise environments. What will you do? Lead CyberArk Implementations: Lead and manage the full lifecycle of PAM solutions, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of CyberArk Core components (PVWA, CPM, PSM, PSMP, CP/CCP) Act as a CyberArk SME: Provide expert guidance on architecture, performance optimization, and security hardening for CyberArk deployments. Drive Automation & Efficiency: Develop scripts (Python, PowerShell) to automate workflows, integrations, and reporting. Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with IT, Security, DevOps, and Compliance teams to align IAM initiatives with business goals. Solve Complex Challenges: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, leveraging root-cause analysis and innovative solutions. Ensure Project Success: Manage deliverables using Agile/Scrum methodologies, track progress in tools like Jira, and maintain clear documentation (runbooks). Influence Stakeholders: Communicate technical strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring alignment on timelines and outcomes. What do you need to succeed? Must have: 5+ years of IAM experience, with 3+ years hands-on CyberArk implementation/support (PVWA, CPM, PSM, PSMP, CP/CCP) Strong CyberArk troubleshooting skills, including performance tuning and security hardening Programming proficiency (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integrations. Deep understanding of IAM principles: Identity governance, privileged access security, and access management. Project leadership experience: Coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and delivering IAM projects Agile/Scrum familiarity and experience with tools like Jira Excellent problem-solving abilities: A proven track record of researching and implementing innovative solutions. Strong documentation skills: Maintaining technical runbooks and troubleshooting guides. Experience leveraging AI agents for IAM tasks, such as automated access provisioning, threat detection, and compliance monitoring. Familiarity with integrating AI tools to enhance IAM workflows, improve efficiency, and support decision-making Nice-to-have: CyberArk Certified Defender (CADEF) or equivalent certification. Security certifications: CISSP, CISM, or PMP. Cloud IAM experience (AWS IAM, Azure AD). Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) skills (Terraform, Ansible). Strategic thinking and ability to influence stakeholders across business units. What’s in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team A world-class training program in financial services #LI-POST #TECHPJ Job Skills Decision Making, Group Problem Solving, Identity Access Management (IAM), Information Security, Information Technology Security, IT Systems Integration, Negotiation, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Additional Job Details Address: 16 YORK ST:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-04-15 Application Deadline: 2026-05-04 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail. Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 84,000+ employees who bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada’s biggest bank, and one of the largest in the world based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to more than 16 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 34 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com.‎ We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at rbc.com/community-social-impact.

Requirements

5+ years of IAM experience, with 3+ years hands-on CyberArk implementation/support (PVWA, CPM, PSM, PSMP, CP/CCP)
Strong CyberArk troubleshooting skills, including performance tuning and security hardening
Programming proficiency (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integrations.
Deep understanding of IAM principles: Identity governance, privileged access security, and access management.
Project leadership experience: Coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and delivering IAM projects
Agile/Scrum familiarity and experience with tools like Jira
Excellent problem-solving abilities: A proven track record of researching and implementing innovative solutions.
Strong documentation skills: Maintaining technical runbooks and troubleshooting guides.
Experience leveraging AI agents for IAM tasks, such as automated access provisioning, threat detection, and compliance monitoring.
Familiarity with integrating AI tools to enhance IAM workflows, improve efficiency, and support decision-making

Nice To Haves

CyberArk Certified Defender (CADEF) or equivalent certification.
Security certifications: CISSP, CISM, or PMP.
Cloud IAM experience (AWS IAM, Azure AD).
Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) skills (Terraform, Ansible).
Strategic thinking and ability to influence stakeholders across business units.

Responsibilities

Lead CyberArk Implementations: Lead and manage the full lifecycle of PAM solutions, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of CyberArk Core components (PVWA, CPM, PSM, PSMP, CP/CCP)
Act as a CyberArk SME: Provide expert guidance on architecture, performance optimization, and security hardening for CyberArk deployments.
Drive Automation & Efficiency: Develop scripts (Python, PowerShell) to automate workflows, integrations, and reporting.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with IT, Security, DevOps, and Compliance teams to align IAM initiatives with business goals.
Solve Complex Challenges: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, leveraging root-cause analysis and innovative solutions.
Ensure Project Success: Manage deliverables using Agile/Scrum methodologies, track progress in tools like Jira, and maintain clear documentation (runbooks).
Influence Stakeholders: Communicate technical strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring alignment on timelines and outcomes.

Benefits

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
A world-class training program in financial services

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