Security Specialist - Level 3

Location:Ottawa, ON, Hybrid

Language:Bilingual, English and French, written and spoken

Background Check Requirement: Background check required prior to employment

About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about building secure, scalable identity and access management solutions that support thousands of users? We are seeking an experienced Lead Analyst, IT Security to join a collaborative Information Technology team within a large, complex public sector environment. In this leadership role, you will help shape enterprise IAM strategy while ensuring the security, reliability, and performance of mission critical systems.

Working alongside technical experts, architects, product leaders, and business stakeholders, you will play a key role in delivering innovative identity solutions that improve user experience while strengthening security. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives, mentor a talented technical team, and contribute to the evolution of enterprise security practices.

What's In It for You
• Join a collaborative team that values innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Lead enterprise-wide initiatives with meaningful impact across a complex technology environment.
• Mentor experienced technical professionals while expanding your own leadership capabilities.
• Work in a culture that encourages professional development, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Gain exposure to modern IAM technologies and enterprise architecture initiatives.

Your Responsibilities
• You'll lead the design, development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of enterprise Identity and Access Management solutions.
• You'll oversee a team of Senior Analysts, providing technical leadership, mentoring, work prioritization, and guidance on solution design.
• You'll collaborate with architects, product managers, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable IAM solutions aligned with organizational standards.
• You'll manage system testing, production deployments, performance monitoring, and risk mitigation activities across multiple projects.
• You'll evaluate new platform capabilities, recommend improvements, and ensure adherence to security standards and development best practices.
• You'll troubleshoot complex technical issues while supporting continuous system performance, documentation, and operational excellence.

Skills and Qualifications
• 7+ years of progressive experience in Identity and Access Management, cybersecurity, or a related field, including at least 5 years delivering enterprise IAM solutions.
• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong experience with IAM concepts including RBAC, ABAC, identity lifecycle management, access certification, and policy enforcement.
• Hands-on experience with IAM technologies including SSO, MFA, PAM, Saviynt, SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, SCIM, APIs, middleware, automation, SQL, and Oracle.
• Proficiency with programming and scripting languages such as Java, JavaScript, Python, Node.js, and PowerShell.
• Demonstrated leadership experience mentoring technical teams, managing priorities, and delivering complex enterprise initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, communication, relationship-building, and change management skills in both English and French.

Note from the Hiring Manager
"We're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex security challenges, leads by example, and is excited to mentor others while helping shape the future of enterprise identity management."

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.