Manager, Identity and Access Management in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Manager, Identity and Access Management based in Canada.

This role offers the opportunity to lead enterprise-wide identity and access management initiatives that strengthen security, compliance, and operational efficiency.
You will oversee IAM services, guide a specialized team, and collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to deliver secure access solutions.
The position combines strategic planning, service management, process improvement, and hands-on leadership.
You will help shape IAM roadmaps, governance practices, and implementation strategies that support critical business operations.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced IAM leader who enjoys solving complex challenges and driving meaningful improvements.
You will work in a collaborative environment where security, innovation, and continuous improvement are key priorities.
The role provides the chance to influence enterprise security practices while developing teams and strengthening identity management capabilities.

As a Manager, Identity and Access Management, you will lead the delivery, operation, and continuous improvement of IAM services across the organization. You will act as a key partner for business teams, security stakeholders, and system owners, ensuring identity solutions align with operational needs, compliance requirements, and long-term business objectives.

• Lead IAM initiatives from planning and design through implementation, transition, and ongoing operational support.
• Coordinate IAM solution delivery, including platform evaluation, vendor engagement, implementation planning, and optimization.
• Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements.
• Translate security, compliance, and business needs into IAM strategies, roadmaps, and implementation plans.
• Develop business cases, recommendations, project updates, and executive-level presentations.
• Oversee identity lifecycle management, access requests, access reviews, privileged access management, and related IAM operations.
• Lead, mentor, and support an IAM team by setting priorities and ensuring reliable service delivery.
• Establish and maintain IAM policies, standards, controls, and governance practices.
• Ensure identity and access processes remain secure, compliant, auditable, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Evaluate IAM technologies, vendors, and delivery approaches to improve service quality and operational effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across IAM processes, services, and team practices.

The ideal candidate is an experienced IAM professional with strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of identity governance, access management, and enterprise security practices. You should be comfortable managing teams, leading complex initiatives, and collaborating with both technical and business stakeholders.

• 8+ years of IT experience, including 7+ years specializing in Identity and Access Management.
• 7+ years of experience leading IAM teams, enterprise access management programs, or related security services.
• Proven experience delivering IAM initiatives from implementation through operational support and continuous improvement.
• Strong experience gathering requirements, facilitating stakeholder workshops, and designing IAM processes.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and prioritizing work for technical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to develop IAM strategies, roadmaps, business cases, and leadership presentations.
• Strong knowledge of IAM governance, service delivery models, and security best practices across people, processes, and technology.
• Expertise in identity lifecycle management, access governance, privileged access management, role-based access control (RBAC), segregation of duties, and identity governance.
• Ability to evaluate IAM platforms, vendors, and implementation strategies.
• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively engage with technical teams, business leaders, and executive stakeholders.

• Competitive base salary range of CAD 108,000 to CAD 148,500, depending on experience, skills, education, and location.
• Comprehensive total rewards package supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Opportunity to work on complex enterprise security initiatives with meaningful organizational impact.
• Professional development opportunities to expand technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
• Collaborative workplace culture focused on inclusion, empowerment, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to contribute to a diverse and supportive team environment.