Hiring an Intermediate Information Security Analyst (IAM, Azure SSO, Azure AD, AWS IAM, GCP IAM, Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect (OIDC), SCIM, ISO 27001, NIST). Preference will be given to candidates whose resumes clearly meet the required experience and requirements outlined below. Professionals with relevant experience may send their updated resume to Sriram.Parasa@brainhunter.com
Requirement Summary
- Job-Role/Title: Intermediate Information Security Analyst
- Anticipated Start Date: 3-4 weeks from offer (pending background checks)
- Job Type: Contract Opportunity. Initial contract for a 12-month term, with good possibilities of further extensions.
- Job Location: Toronto, ON / London, ON / Winnipeg, MB
- Work Style: Hybrid Work - 3 days per week in the office required (Tuesday and Thursday are mandatory).
- Work Hours: 37.5 hours/week, typically Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Contractor to work extra time or be on-call: Yes, might require on-call rotation (Monday to Sunday) as needed.
- Rate Cap: Depending on relevant experience, up to CA$ 90/Hr. (on Incorp). The final compensation will be negotiated between the contractor and recruiter based on experience and engagement terms.
- Interviews: MS Teams interviews; 2 interviews
Required Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience with authentication solutions such as Azure SSO, MFA, and IAM in AWS and GCP.
- Minimum of 3 years implementing and managing enterprise-level SSO and MFA for applications.
- Experience working with modern authentication protocols and standards, including SAML, OIDC, OAuth, and SCIM.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with experience working in diverse teams within a large enterprise environment.
- Strong attention to detail, effective planning skills, and a proactive, self-motivated approach. Ability to analyze problems, think critically, and influence others.
- Solid understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles, including directory and authentication services.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate certification is an asset.
- Good knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
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Position Overview: The Intermediate Information Security Specialist, Authentication Services is responsible for the design, implementation, and operation of secure, scalable authentication and identity solutions across the enterprise. This role ensures seamless access to applications while maintaining strong security controls aligned with industry best practices and organizational standards.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:
- Design, implement, and support enterprise authentication solutions, including Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
- Develop, implement, and manage Conditional Access policies to enforce risk-based access controls, device compliance, user context, and location-based restrictions.
- Manage and optimize identity platforms such as Azure AD, AWS IAM, and GCP IAM.
- Integrate applications using modern authentication protocols including SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SCIM.
- Collaborate with application teams to onboard and secure enterprise applications.
- Ensure authentication services align with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
- Troubleshoot and resolve authentication and access-related issues.
- Maintain documentation, standards, and operational procedures for authentication services.
- Contribute to strategic IAM initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
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How to Apply: Please email your up-to-date Resume/CV to Sriram.Parasa@brainhunter.com
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