Senior Security Advisor - Active Directory

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About the role

We are looking for an AD Security Advisor to join our Identity & Access Management team. As such, you will be the AD lead and will work closely with the different business partners and the IAM team to guarantee security and integrate and evolve the AD identity provider.

Reporting to the Manager, IAM, Authentication and Authorization, you will have the following key responsibilities: 

What you’ll accomplish with us:

• Produce, implement, and support enterprise-level designs for Active Directory as well as technical components for authentication, authorization, identity provisioning, auditing, and monitoring solutions.

• Contribute to innovating, extending and improving service delivery across existing access request and provisioning technologies.

• Analyze root causes and manage problems for the corporate identity management environment.

• Act as a point of contact for application support, provide advice and guidance in resolving issues raised and complex production, application, or system problems.

• Assist in the development of automation to improve operations.

• Contribute to the continuous development and improvement of monitoring and orchestration tools for cybersecurity solutions.*

• Provide 24/7 on-call operational support, as required.

• Assist with high-level support during major incidents.

• Provide training as required.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to identify problems and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes.

• Experience working in large and complex IT environments.

• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices.

• Knowledge of general security concepts and methods such as vulnerability assessments, privacy assessments, intrusion detection, incident response, security policy creation, corporate security strategies and governance.

• Experience working in a fast-paced, autonomous environment.

• Experience working with authentication services, user lifecycle and policy management.

• Experience with Windows Server 2012, 2016 or later versions.

• Experience of Active Directory management.

• Experience with VBScript or PowerShell for developing automation scripts.

• In-depth knowledge of creating, administering, and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs).

• Good understanding of Azure AD, AD Connect and ADFS.

• Basic to good knowledge of VMware, Azure and AWS administration, an asset.

• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.

• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

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