What is the opportunity?We seek a Director, authentication engineering (EIAM,CIAM) to lead the design, delivery, and operations of RBC's global IAM Authentication services across the enterprise. In this role, you will oversee the IAM engineering team responsible for developing and implementing complex identity and access management systems, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, timelines, scope, and budget. You'll drive system resiliency, defect resolution, program‑level metrics, and IT service management activities including change, incident, and problem management.What will you do?Solution Delivery, development, engineering and integrationDesign and implement enterprise‑grade IAM services used across RBCProvide technical leadership in establishing standards, guidelines, and best practices for solution development and deploymentEnsure IAM system deployments meet roadmap milestones on time and within budgetFacilitate disciplined decision‑making that balances business needs with IAM architecture, operations, and support requirementsDevelop roadmaps and align IT investments with future‑state architectureEnsure new projects and programs meet enterprise architectural and technology standardsCollaborative working with other IAM teamsSupport implementation of the IAM framework, including monitoring, reporting, escalation procedures, and identification of emerging security trends and issuesProvide project estimates, assumptions, and integration guidance while enforcing consistency across business functionsRecommend continuous integration improvements to enhance build and deployment processes and identify automation opportunitiesIdentify cost savings and operational efficiencies through process improvements, effective tooling, and elimination of redundant systemsProvide recommendations for agile delivery without increasing resourcesConduct technical forums to promote innovation and collaboration within the development teamRelationships & CommunicationsDevelops and maintains strong relationships with the IAM managers, quality assurance analysts, business analysts, project managers, architects, business sponsors and technical staff.Excellent communications ability, both written and oral.Able to effectively present as required to all levels of T&O management.Developing & CoachingRecruit, lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team,



fostering growth through clear performance objectives and career opportunitiesEstablish a culture and work workplace that attracts, retains, and motivates a diverse, skilled workforce with high employee engagementDrive team efficiency, effectiveness, and continuous improvementConduct quarterly performance reviews that incorporate project feedback and comparative team assessments, holding staff to standards of excellenceApply HR best practices and talent management principlesBuild team capabilities to sustain a high‑achievement environmentInvest in your own professional developmentManagerial ExcellenceCommunicate RBC's vision and reinforce behaviors that support organizational goalsEstablish clear individual goals, drive performance management, support career development, and recognize strong performanceLeverage cross‑functional and enterprise‑wide teams to develop better solutions and foster collaborative thinkingLead change effectively while supporting employees through transitions and maintaining focus on business prioritiesMonitor configuration and software delivery automation trends to ensure unit strategies and execution remain alignedWhat do you need to succeed?Must‑haveBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fieldMinimum 4 years in IAM roles with strong experience designing and implementing Authentication solutionsProven proficiency with Entra ID (EIAM), Okta (CIAM/Auth0), RSA, and Passwordless and central authorization solutionsStrong understanding of Authentication patternsExperience integrating IAM solutions into diverse IT environments (cloud‑native: AWS, Azure, GCP; on‑premises)Minimum 2 years of development or DevOps experience, including scripting/programming (Python, Shell, Java), infrastructure automation (Terraform, Ansible),



and CI/CD (GitHub Actions)Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills with strong attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication abilities to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholdersNice‑to‑haveIAM‑related certifications (MS Entra ID, Okta, Auth0, Terraform)Experience with API integration (RESTful APIs) and microservices architecturesFamiliarity with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (Splunk, Datadog, ELK Stack)Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud deployment methodologiesUnderstanding of compliance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and audit processesExperience with networking/security technologies (load balancers: F5/GTM/LTM, firewalls, SSL certificates)What’s in it for you?A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible perks, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing teamFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging work and take on progressively greater accountabilitiesJob SkillsDecision Making, Group Problem Solving, Identity Access Management (IAM), Information Security, Information Technology Security, IT Systems Integration, Negotiation, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Additional Job DetailsAddress: 16 YORK ST:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2026-06-10Application Deadline: 2026-07-10Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveOur Employment OpportunitiesAt RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Authentication Engineering (Global Security) (Toronto)
🏢 RBC
📍 Toronto