Job Description

Permanent Full Time
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We are seeking a Sr Information Security Specialist, PAM.
Our Privilged access and Directory services squad is part of the Identity and Access Management group. This team is responsible for designing, implementing and operating processes and technologies that support Canada life Privileged Access and Directory service solutions.
What you will do:
The Senior Information Security Specialist, PAM will work closely with other members of the squad as well as architects and tech leads of other technology areas in the design, implementation and operation of privileged access management solutions across canadalife specifically secret management for applications and cloud solutions. You will also participate in resolving Level 3, Privileged access requests as part of BAU activities.

• Participate in Design, implementation and operations of PAM features and capabilities
• Lead secret management consultations with various application support teams, engineers, architects and tech leads.
• Lead the enhancement of privileged account discovery and reporting for infrastructures including cloud and application credentials.
• Work with business lines to assess the privileges assigned to application and service accounts and provide guidance on how to secure and control the accounts in PAM.
• Work closely with application support teams to ensure least privileged access to Candalife information systems.
• Contribute to the improvement of Privileged access management solutions within Canadalife.
• Participate in meetings and training events with a willingness to share knowledge and learn from others
• Demonstrate commitment to respectful workplace and workplace diversity initiatives

What you will bring:

• 5 years of experience in the administration of PAM solutions is required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in designing, implementing and troubleshooting CyberArk PASM, Conjur or any other related PAM solution.
• Good understanding of REST API, Oauth, JWT and experience in setting up applications to retrieve secrets from the vault will be vaulable
• Some experience in scripting will be an added advantage.
• A degree or equivalent education in a related discipline such as Computer Science, Business Computing, Engineering, or Commerce is required

• Reliability Status security clearance - this is a personnel security status that is required before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the Government of Canada website

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The base salary for this position is between $63,500.00 - $117,400.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!
Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.
You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.
Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
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Requisition ID: 4188
Category: Digital Technology
Location:
Toronto Ontario, ON, CA, M5G 1R8 Winnipeg Manitoba, MB, CA, R3C 1V3 London Ontario, ON, CA, N6A 4K1
Date: Oct 11, 2025
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