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IAM Solution Architect

  • Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area, QC, Canada

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English section of this bilingual listing.

Scalian is a multinational engineering consulting firm with 6,000 specialists in 12 countries and over 30 years of experience.

Our expertise in Operations & Technology and Information Technology serves various technological sectors, such as the aerospace, defense, rail and energy industries, while providing distinctive support to their development and operations.

At Scalian, we place people at the heart of our concerns. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to fulfill your career goals in a caring and collective environment.

Role & responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced IAM Solution Architect to lead the design, evolution, and implementation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions across the enterprise. This role is responsible for defining secure, scalable, and compliant identity architectures that support business objectives while ensuring seamless integration with the broader IT ecosystem. The IAM Solution Architect will provide technical leadership for identity governance, access management, authentication, authorization, privileged access, and lifecycle management initiatives. The individual will partner closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, application, and business teams to develop IAM strategies, roadmaps, and target-state architectures.

Main responsibilities:

  • Analyze business, security, and technical requirements to design IAM solutions that support organizational objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Define and maintain IAM architecture standards, principles, and best practices across the enterprise
  • Develop target-state IAM architectures and roadmap strategies aligned with cybersecurity and enterprise architecture objectives
  • Evaluate emerging IAM technologies, market trends, and vendor solutions to drive innovation and continuous improvement
  • Lead architecture decisions regarding IAM platform selection, sourcing strategies, and technology modernization initiatives
  • Collaborate with application, infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of IAM capabilities across on-premises and cloud environments
  • Define high-level solution designs, architecture diagrams, and implementation guidelines for IAM projects
  • Review vendor proposals, technical designs, and implementation plans to validate alignment with architectural standards, timelines, and budget constraints
  • Establish migration and transition strategies for legacy identity platforms and access management solutions
  • Ensure IAM solutions meet security, compliance, audit, and operational requirements
  • Identify and mitigate architectural risks related to identity, authentication, authorization, privileged access, and third-party integrations
  • Provide technical oversight and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from design through deployment and operational transition
  • Partner with external vendors and internal delivery teams to develop detailed specifications and successfully implement IAM solutions
  • Act as a subject matter expert for enterprise identity architecture and promote IAM best practices across the organization

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • Strong experience in Solution Architecture, Security Architecture, or IAM Architecture
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise IAM platforms
  • Experience implementing Identity Governance, Access Management, and Privileged Access Management solutions
  • Knowledge of security frameworks, compliance requirements, and IAM governance practices
  • Experience designing IAM solutions in hybrid and cloud environments
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and business audiences
  • Fully bilingual in English and French

Why join us?

  • To acquire experience in different critical industries and projects while working for the same company;
  • To have a competitive salary and a great benefits package (dental, life and medical insurance, RRSP matching, sick days, vacation);
  • To access trainings that focus on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting edge technologies and best practices;
  • To have a clear career development plan that suits your goals;
  • To have the possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence;
  • To join a dynamic, specialized and fast-growing group where communication is key and where every team member is valued;
  • To be part of a team where having fun is essential (team building events, 5 à 7, Marathon and more!).

Please note that only relevant candidates will be contacted.

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*English version below*

Qui sommes-nous ?

Scalian est une société multinationale de conseil en ingénierie, forte de plus de 35 ans d'expérience et de près de 6 000 spécialistes répartis dans 12 pays.

Nous mettons notre expertise en Opérations et Technologie et Technologies de l'information au service de secteurs variés tels que l'aérospatiale, la défense, le ferroviaire et l'énergie, en soutenant leur développement et leur exploitation.

Chez Scalian, l'humain est au cœur de nos priorités. En nous rejoignant, vous aurez l'opportunité d’atteindre vos objectifs professionnels dans un environnement collaboratif et bienveillant.

Rôle et responsabilités :

Nous recherchons un(e) Architecte de solutions spécialisé en Gestion des identités et des accès (GIA) pour piloter la conception, l'évolution et la mise en œuvre de solutions de gestion des identités et des accès (IAM) à l'échelle de l'entreprise. Ce rôle consiste à définir des architectures d'identité sécurisées, évolutives et conformes aux exigences réglementaires, qui soutiennent les objectifs d'affaires tout en garantissant une intégration fluide avec l'écosystème informatique global.

L'Architecte de solutions GIA/IAM assurera le leadership technique des initiatives liées à la gouvernance des identités, à la gestion des accès, à l'authentification, à l'autorisation, à la gestion des accès privilégiés et à la gestion du cycle de vie des identités. La personne travaillera en étroite collaboration avec les équipes de cybersécurité, d'infrastructure, d'applications et d'affaires afin d'élaborer des stratégies GIA/IAM, des feuilles de route et des architectures cibles.

Principales responsabilités:

  • Analyser les besoins d'affaires, les exigences de sécurité et les contraintes techniques afin de concevoir des solutions IAM répondant aux objectifs organisationnels et aux exigences réglementaires
  • Définir et maintenir les normes, les principes d'architecture et les bonnes pratiques IAM à l'échelle de l'entreprise
  • Développer des architectures IAM cibles et des stratégies de feuille de route alignées sur les objectifs de cybersécurité et d'architecture d'entreprise
  • Évaluer les technologies IAM émergentes, les tendances du marché et les solutions des fournisseurs afin de favoriser l'innovation et l'amélioration continue
  • Piloter les décisions d'architecture concernant la sélection des plateformes IAM, les stratégies d'approvisionnement et les initiatives de modernisation technologique
  • Collaborer avec les équipes applicatives, d'infrastructure, infonuagiques et de sécurité afin de garantir une intégration fluide des capacités IAM dans les environnements sur site et infonuagiques
  • Définir les conceptions fonctionnelles et techniques de haut niveau, les diagrammes d'architecture et les directives de mise en œuvre pour les projets IAM
  • Examiner les propositions des fournisseurs, les conceptions techniques et les plans de mise en œuvre afin de vérifier leur conformité aux normes d'architecture, aux échéanciers et aux contraintes budgétaires
  • Établir des stratégies de migration et de transition pour les plateformes d'identité existantes et les solutions de gestion des accès historiques
  • Veiller à ce que les solutions IAM respectent les exigences en matière de sécurité, de conformité, d'audit et d'exploitation
  • Identifier et atténuer les risques architecturaux liés aux identités, à l'authentification, à l'autorisation, aux accès privilégiés et aux intégrations avec des tiers
  • Assurer la supervision technique et fournir des orientations tout au long du cycle de vie des projets, de la conception au déploiement et à la transition vers les opérations
  • Collaborer avec les fournisseurs externes et les équipes internes de réalisation afin d'élaborer des spécifications détaillées et de mener à bien la mise en œuvre des solutions IAM
  • Agir à titre d'expert(e) en architecture des identités d'entreprise et promouvoir les bonnes pratiques IAM au sein de l'organisation

Qualifications requises :

  • Baccalauréat en informatique, en technologies de l'information, en cybersécurité ou dans un domaine connexe
  • Solide expérience en architecture de solutions, en architecture de sécurité ou en architecture GIA (gestion des identités et des accès)
  • Expérience pratique des plateformes GIA/IAM d'entreprise
  • Expérience dans la mise en œuvre de solutions de gouvernance des identités, de gestion des accès et de gestion des accès privilégiés (PAM)
  • Connaissance des référentiels de sécurité, des exigences de conformité et des pratiques de gouvernance GIA/IAM
  • Expérience dans la conception de solutions GIA/IAM dans des environnements hybrides et infonuagiques
  • Excellentes compétences en gestion des parties prenantes et en communication, avec la capacité d'influencer des interlocuteurs techniques et des décideurs d'affaires
  • Bilinguisme complet en français et en anglais

Pourquoi rejoindre notre équipe ?

  • Acquérir une expérience enrichissante au sein de divers secteurs et projets critiques tout en évoluant dans une même entreprise ;
  • Profiter d’un salaire compétitif et d’un ensemble d’avantages sociaux attractifs (assurance santé et dentaire, assurance vie et invalidité de longue durée, REER collectif avec contribution de l'entreprise, congés maladie, etc.) ;
  • Accéder à des formations continues pour élargir vos connaissances et rester à la pointe des technologies ;
  • Construire un plan de carrière personnalisé, aligné avec vos objectifs professionnels ;
  • Explorer des opportunités de travail à l'international grâce à notre programme de mobilité et notre présence mondiale ;
  • Intégrer un groupe dynamique, spécialisé et en pleine croissance, où la communication est essentielle et où chaque membre de l’équipe est valorisé ;
  • Faire partie d’une équipe où l’épanouissement professionnel est une priorité (team buildings, 5 à 7, marathons, et bien plus encore !).

Veuillez noter que seules les candidatures pertinentes seront prises en compte.

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Who are we?

Scalian is a multinational engineering consulting firm with 6,000 specialists in 12 countries and over 30 years of experience.

Our expertise in Operations & Technology and Information Technology serves various technological sectors, such as the aerospace, defense, rail and energy industries, while providing distinctive support to their development and operations.

At Scalian, we place people at the heart of our concerns. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to fulfill your career goals in a caring and collective environment.

Role & responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced IAM Solution Architect to lead the design, evolution, and implementation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions across the enterprise. This role is responsible for defining secure, scalable, and compliant identity architectures that support business objectives while ensuring seamless integration with the broader IT ecosystem. The IAM Solution Architect will provide technical leadership for identity governance, access management, authentication, authorization, privileged access, and lifecycle management initiatives. The individual will partner closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, application, and business teams to develop IAM strategies, roadmaps, and target-state architectures.

Main responsibilities:

  • Analyze business, security, and technical requirements to design IAM solutions that support organizational objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Define and maintain IAM architecture standards, principles, and best practices across the enterprise
  • Develop target-state IAM architectures and roadmap strategies aligned with cybersecurity and enterprise architecture objectives
  • Evaluate emerging IAM technologies, market trends, and vendor solutions to drive innovation and continuous improvement
  • Lead architecture decisions regarding IAM platform selection, sourcing strategies, and technology modernization initiatives
  • Collaborate with application, infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of IAM capabilities across on-premises and cloud environments
  • Define high-level solution designs, architecture diagrams, and implementation guidelines for IAM projects
  • Review vendor proposals, technical designs, and implementation plans to validate alignment with architectural standards, timelines, and budget constraints
  • Establish migration and transition strategies for legacy identity platforms and access management solutions
  • Ensure IAM solutions meet security, compliance, audit, and operational requirements
  • Identify and mitigate architectural risks related to identity, authentication, authorization, privileged access, and third-party integrations
  • Provide technical oversight and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from design through deployment and operational transition
  • Partner with external vendors and internal delivery teams to develop detailed specifications and successfully implement IAM solutions
  • Act as a subject matter expert for enterprise identity architecture and promote IAM best practices across the organization

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • Strong experience in Solution Architecture, Security Architecture, or IAM Architecture
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise IAM platforms
  • Experience implementing Identity Governance, Access Management, and Privileged Access Management solutions
  • Knowledge of security frameworks, compliance requirements, and IAM governance practices
  • Experience designing IAM solutions in hybrid and cloud environments
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and business audiences
  • Fully bilingual in English and French

Why join us?

  • To acquire experience in different critical industries and projects while working for the same company;
  • To have a competitive salary and a great benefits package (dental, life and medical insurance, RRSP matching, sick days, vacation);
  • To access trainings that focus on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting edge technologies and best practices;
  • To have a clear career development plan that suits your goals;
  • To have the possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence;
  • To join a dynamic, specialized and fast-growing group where communication is key and where every team member is valued;
  • To be part of a team where having fun is essential (team building events, 5 à 7, Marathon and more!).

Please note that only relevant candidates will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

Lead the design, evolution, and implementation of secure, scalable, and compliant enterprise IAM solutions, including identity governance, access management, authentication, authorization, privileged access, and identity lifecycle management. Define architecture standards and roadmaps, guide platform and modernization decisions, oversee integrations and migrations, and provide technical direction to internal teams and vendors throughout delivery.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field is required, along with strong experience in solution, security, or IAM architecture. Candidates should have hands-on experience with enterprise IAM platforms and identity governance, access management, and PAM solutions; knowledge of security frameworks and compliance; experience with hybrid and cloud environments; strong stakeholder communication skills; and full proficiency in English and French.

Skills

  • IAM Architecture
  • Solution Architecture
  • Security Architecture
  • Identity Governance
  • Access Management
  • Privileged Access Management
  • Authentication
  • Authorization
  • Identity Lifecycle Management
  • Cloud and Hybrid Environments
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • Security and Compliance
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Vendor Management
  • Technical Leadership
  • English and French Bilingualism

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan Matching
  • Sick Days
  • Vacation
  • Training
  • Career Development
  • International Mobility Opportunities

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Categories

  • Technology
  • Security & Safety
  • Consulting
  • Management & Leadership
  • Engineering

Keywords

  • Identity and Access Management
  • IAM Architecture
  • Identity Governance
  • Access Management
  • Privileged Access Management
  • Authentication
  • Authorization
  • Identity Lifecycle Management
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • Security Architecture
  • Cybersecurity
  • Cloud Environments
  • Hybrid Environments
  • On-Premises Environments
  • Architecture Standards
  • Target-State Architecture
  • Technology Modernization
  • Platform Selection
  • Vendor Solutions
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Security Frameworks
  • Audit Requirements
  • Migration Strategies
  • Third-Party Integrations
  • Technical Oversight
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Aerospace
  • Defense
  • Rail
  • Energy

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