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IAM Specialist

Altis Recruitment

Toronto, Ontario

IAM Specialist

Altis Recruitment

Toronto, Ontario
 
Salary: From 90000 to 100000 per Year
 

Location: Toronto, ON, Hybrid 3 days/week on-site

Job Type: Full time Permanent

Clearance: Must be eligible for Secret Clearance

Language: Strong written and spoken English required

 

About the Opportunity

As an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist, you will play a critical part in protecting enterprise systems by ensuring the right people have the right access at the right time.

You will collaborate closely with Infrastructure, Operations, and Platform teams to maintain a strong security posture across the organization. If you are passionate about security, enjoy solving complex access challenges, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers meaningful impact.

 

What’s in it for You

You will join a high-performing security team that values trust, accountability, and open communication. This is an opportunity to deepen your expertise in IAM, PAM, and governance practices within a regulated environment.

Expect exposure to enterprise-level security initiatives, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous learning in a workplace that encourages innovation and professional growth.

 

Your Responsibilities

  • You’ll manage the end-to-end user lifecycle, including access provisioning, modification, and deprovisioning across enterprise systems.
  • In this role, you’ll administer and support IAM, IGA, PAM, and Secrets Management platforms while enforcing logical access controls.
  • You’ll execute access certifications and Segregation of Duties reviews to ensure compliance with security standards.
  • You’ll collaborate with Infrastructure and Application teams to onboard assets and troubleshoot access-related issues.
  • You’ll contribute to process improvements, maintain SOP documentation, and support security incident response activities.

 

Skills and Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in IAM and Information Security
  • Strong knowledge of Active Directory permissions, identity lifecycle management, and access controls.
  • Hands-on experience with IAM or PAM solutions, SSO, MFA, and authentication protocols.
  • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and familiarity with ServiceNow or Jira.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.

 

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone who is curious, detail-oriented, and ready to take ownership of access management processes. If you enjoy collaborating across teams and continuously improving security practices, you’ll thrive here.”

 

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, don’t worry, we make it easy. You’ll still engage directly with the client while we handle the logistics, provide guidance, and keep you informed every step of the way. We’ll represent your strengths, guide you through each stage of the process, and ensure the experience feels personal and transparent.



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.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

majella.de.freitas@altis.com

 

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About Altis Recruitment

Welcome on behalf on the Altis Recruitment team! Altis has a long-standing business relationship with the Defence community. For more than 30 years, we have been grateful to work alongside the Department of National Defence and countless military professionals. We know that family members of military personnel often make many personal sacrifices to support their loved ones. We understand that it can be difficult to pursue a career when embracing sudden changes like relocation and deployment. For some, this has meant putting a pause on career goals or professional development. We would like to provide you with everything you need for a successful and confident job search – in addition to access to job opportunities. Download the checklists our experts have created to help you be at your best from application to interview.