Senior Consultant, Authentication Services

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At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What you'll be doing

As the Senior Consultant, Authentication Services on the Identity and Access Services Management group within Information Security, you will interface with various partners and Lines of Business, equally focused on delivery excellence and continuous improvement in all disciplines and processes as they relate to Identity and Access Management, specifically Risk Based Authentication. You will play a key role in ensuring project meet goals on time and on budget by increasing employee and stakeholder adoption and usage.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role you’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-2 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote. 

How you'll succeed

• Identity and Access Management process improvement – You will use your knowledge of market tools (Microsoft, CyberArk, ForgeRock) and their MFA solutions to deliver process improvement initiatives within Risk Based Authentication services

• Project Management and Delivery – You will deliver on Modern Authentication Initiatives, liaise with the business teams on implementation and adoption of CIBC controls, Adaptive MFA capabilities and definition of access policies in line with overall Program.

• Zero Trust Champion - You will advocate for the improvement of multi-factor authentication processes, controls and communications across stakeholder groups. Where required, you will consult with Technology and other LOBs.

• Strategic plans and standards – You will contribute to the definition of our zero trust roadmap and policy development including promoting adoption of the Risk Based Authentication platform across the enterprise. You will also contribute towards the enhancement of technical service capabilities by staying abreast of industry technical and business trends through participation in professional associations, practice communities & personal learning.

• Leadership & Communication – You will collaborate with senior leaders across the organization and make informed recommendations to enhance information system security. You will weigh business needs against security concerns and provide risk-based recommendations to improve information systems security, which are practical and achievable, thereby allowing the Lines of Business to make informed risk conclusions

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience in Identity and Access Management and understanding of ITIL Service Lifecycle. It’s an asset if you understand Adaptive MFA and Passwordless solutions or have knowledge of OAuth, SAML, OpenID, FIDO, SSO and web protocols XML, SOAP, JSON, REST or have worked in a Cloud environment

• You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and have 5 – 8 years of experience as an Information Security Consultant or a similar role. It’s an asset if you have a CISSP, CIAM or CCSP designation

• You engage with your heart and mind. You care about people and respect different perspectives. You listen to and learn from the experiences of others.

• You love to learn. You're passionate about growing your knowledge. You have a strong sense of curiosity.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 19th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Authentication Tools, Identity Access Management (IAM), ITIL Practices