Job Description

Requisition ID: 245876



Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.



We are seeking a Senior IAM Architect Manager to join Information Security's Identity Access Management Team. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and in-depth knowledge of the Customer IAM security domain, with a strong focus on authentication technologies, industry standards, and emerging protocols. Candidate to deliver Scotiabank's next generation CIAM platform; in alignment with long term product roadmap, as part of a large-scale transformation. Candidate to lead, mentor, and foster the career growth of IAM Architects on the team, which has a strong emphasis on enterprise grade solutions.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

Oversee and manage team of IAM domain architects focused on delivering scalable and robust solutions which satisfy the business requirements provided by Product Management team Act as a leader to other product managers on the team; providing direction and assigning tasks defined in roadmap and strategy Providing guidance and support to team members to help advance their careers within the product management space Collaborate with stakeholders across the Bank - technology, security architecture, security advisory, fraud, compliance and business channel teams - to drive the design and architecture of new platforms, features to support the business requirements and strategic direction of product teams Define and manage the architectural assessment process which is responsible for determining the initial cost/time estimates for all new product feature requests or enhancements which surface as part of the work intake process. Work closely with IAM Engineering functions to ensure team supports the development and implementation of solutions based on architectural designs provided; providing guidance and additional changes as required. Apply subject matter expertise of industry standard protocols and security by design principles to architectural deliverables required by Product Team and Engineering counterparts Partner with business channel's led architects and SMEs to align on technical design and integration patterns to deliver end-to-end secure solutions Ensure IAM architectural deliverables follow EA's strategic direction regarding technologies, patterns, and currency planning Function as IAM technology subject matter expertise, representing IAM on cross-functional transformational programs. Represent the CIAM Architecture team on various governance boards but providing both expertise and the required artifacts necessary to ensure stakeholder approval Design based on strong CIAM expertise that aligns with industry standards (FIDO, OIDC, OAUTH), best practices (MFA, NIST 800-63B) and a forward-looking mentality (Passkeys, VCs, DIDs)

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

10+ years' experience in Information Security or Information Technology 8+ years working with IAM platforms or technologies 6+ years in an IAM Architect Role. 4+ years of management experience Experience developing and documenting IAM directives, standards and policies. Experience with designing and implementing authentication and credential management flows based on channel requirements. Strong understanding of various MFA technologies along with pro/con of each Experience in scoping, sizing and prioritizing solutions for a project. Previous exposure to Regulatory, Compliance, Risk and Audit functions Experience developing and documenting IAM directives, standards and policies. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong planning and organizational skills; can manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Nice to Haves:

Knowledge of project finance or previous experience working within Banking Sector. Experience of preparation of presentation decks and presentation to senior leadership. Experience with cloud-based platforms (GCP, Azure, AWS) in relation to deployment of IAM services

What's in it for you?

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans. Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance. Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one. Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, Humans of Digital and much more!


Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto



Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.




At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.