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The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and in-depth knowledge of the IAM security domain, with a strong focus of 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. The Identify Access Management (IAM) Architect will work with business channels and product team to understand the challenges facing them, provide solutions to these challenges and recommend architecture and design to bring modern capabilities to various IAM platforms\nIs this role right for you? In this role you will:\nBe responsible for the architecture and design of new features/capabilities the Scotiabank is looking to introduce into the IAM platform (ForgeRock / Ping / PingOne Advanced Identity Cloud)\nProvide subject matter expertise surrounding the various security controls (MFA, Device Binding, Session Control) within ForgeRockPing platform\nWork with application domain architects to design solutions and patterns for migration of business applications to modern CIAM capabilities (on-prem or SaaS platforms)\nReview the business requirements (the “what”) provided by the IAM Product team and provide the overall architectural design (the “how”) to the IAM Engineering team to build into the IAM service.\nProvide required design artifacts to key stakeholders which clearly outlines the solution, components involved, key decisions, and time and cost estimates\nClosely collaborate with IAM Engineering partners in all aspects of the design and ensure alignment and synergy regarding proposed solution.\nEvaluate new authentication capabilities introduced into the ever-changing IAM landscape and account for what is applicable into proposed designs (short-term and long-term)\nPartner with various cross functional architect teams (IAM, security, business channel, fraud) to solidify design approach which aligns with best practices and strategic direction of the platform\nCollaborate with stakeholders across the Bank - technology, security architecture, security advisory, fraud, compliance and business channel teams - to provide enterprise grade solutions which meet the business and security requirements\nRepresent the CIAM Architecture team on various governance boards but providing both expertise and the required artifacts necessary to ensure stakeholder approval\nDesign 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)\nDo you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have :\n10+ years in IAM space with 3+ years in an Architect Role.\n5+ years of experience working within CIAM space (ForgeRock, Okta, Ping Identity, Microsoft Entra ID, etc.)\n3+ years of hands-on experience with ForgeRock PingAM PingOne Advanced Identity Cloud\nStrong understanding of various MFA technologies along with pro/con of each\nExperience developing and documenting CIAM directives, standards and policies.\nExperience with designing and implementing authentication and credential management flows based on channel requirements.\nExperience in scoping, sizing and prioritizing solutions for a project.\nWhat's in it for you?\nDiversity, 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 employees to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.\nAccessibility 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. \nUpskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.\nCompetitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.\nCommunity 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!\nLocation(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto\nScotiabank 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.\nAt 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. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. 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