OverviewDo you want to play a key role in securing identity for thousands of users across cutting-edge CIAM and IGA platforms? As an Identity Specialist II, you'll design and operate modern identity solutions using ForgeRock (Ping Identity), SailPoint, and Microsoft Entra ID, directly influencing how secure access is delivered across the organization This role spans both Customer Identity (CIAM) and Workforce Identity (IGA) with a strong focus on authentication, authorization, user journeys, lifecycle management, and access governance. In this role, you'll work under the direction of the Manager, Cybersecurity Architecture & Compliance, to analyze, design, implement and support new and existing CIAM and IGA platforms. You'll act as a technical consultant to project teams, defining and evaluating new requirements, propose and implement solutions. Additionally, you'll address operational troubleshooting and pursue enhancements and improvements to existing CIAM, IGA and Azure SSO implementations. This role is instrumental in maintaining the security and efficiency of WorkSafeBC's business applications by safeguarding access to confidential data.How you'll make a differenceAs an Identity Specialist II at WorkSafeBC, you'll be using leading-edge technology to help connect British Columbians to healthy and safe workplaces.Where you'll workAt WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely, and in our offices based on the operational needs of the position.What you'll doAs an Identity Specialist II you will:Design and implement scalable IAM solutions across CIAM and IGA platforms (ForgeRock, SailPoint, Entra ID).Partner with project teams to translate business requirements into secure, scalable identity solutions.Build and integrate identity lifecycle workflows, APIs, and connectors with enterprise and cloud applications.Enhance authentication and authorization controls, including SSO, MFA, privileged access attestation and Entra conditional access policies.Perform installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and development of custom APIs, user journeys, and connectors to enhance CIAM services; integrate CIAM solutions with enterprise applications and cloud services.Monitor and improve identity security posture using metrics such as Microsoft Secure Score and align controls with NIST security principles.Monitor the Incident Management System, report, investigate, and coordinate problem resolution efforts,



ensuring documentation for tracking diagnosis and root cause analysis.Ensure that WorkSafeBC Identity and Access Management systems meet current and projected business requirements by identifying gaps, researching, evaluating, and making recommendations for the latest developments, participating in business case creation, and coordinating integration with business and technology goals.Consistently models the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.Is this a good fit for you?We're looking for someone who have:Strong problem-solving skills in complex identity and authentication scenarios.Ability to design secure, scalable identity architectures.Experience balancing security, usability, and performance in IAM solutions.Effective collaboration with developers, architects, and business stakeholders.Continuous learning mindset in evolving identity standards and threats Anticipate, organize, and prioritize work to meet both short- and long-term goals.Your background and experience:A bachelor's degree in computer science or a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) fieldA minimum of three years of hands‐on experience implementing IAM solutions, including:SSO integration (SAML, OAuth, OIDC)Identity lifecycle and provisioningApplication integration and connector developmentThe following requirements are preferable but not mandatory.Technical specialist knowledge of the following: IAM platforms: ForgeRock, SailPoint, and Microsoft Entra ID or an equivalent enterprise IAM productAuthentication protocols: OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0Directory services: Active Directory, Entra IDAccess controls: Conditional Access, MFA, Zero Trust principlesPrivileged access management (PAM) solutionsAPI and integration development (REST, JSON)Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)Security frameworks (NIST, Zero Trust, defense‐in‐depth)An IT security‐related certification such as CISSP, CISM, or SSCP is preferred.Learn more: For more information about this position,



including the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs); job description; and awareness items, see the job profile on WSN.Important to knowConsent to a criminal record check.Confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada.WorkSafeBC's COVID‐19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the "Policy") is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re‐implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.Who we areAt WorkSafeBC, we promote protected and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work‐related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We're honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.What's it like to work at WorkSafeBC?It's challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.Our ability to make a differenceOur ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.Learn more: Discover who we are .Our benefitsAs a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of serviceExtensive health care and dental benefitsOptional leave and earned‐time‐off arrangementsDevelopment opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)Learn more: Find out what we offer .Salary: $51.42-$62.36/hourly #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Identity Specialist Ii (Richmond)
🏢 WorkSafeBC
📍 Richmond