Lead the architecture and delivery of IBM Verify CIAM solutions for the Canadian Government, ensuring compliance with security requirements and optimizing performance.
Overview
We are seeking an experienced IBM Verify CIAM Architect and Delivery Consultant (Subject Matter Expert) to support a Canadian Government project. The ideal consultant will bring deep hands-on expertise in IBM Verify, customer identity solutions, and enterprise CIAM architecture, combined with the professionalism and communication skills required to operate in a high‑security public-sector environment.
This role requires that the consultant already holds, or is eligible to obtain, Reliability Clearance and must reside in Canada for the duration of the project.Key Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced IBM Verify CIAM Architect and Delivery Consultant (Subject Matter Expert) to support a Canadian Government project. The ideal consultant will bring deep hands-on expertise in IBM Verify, customer identity solutions, and enterprise CIAM architecture, combined with the professionalism and communication skills required to operate in a high‑security public-sector environment.
This role requires that the consultant already holds, or is eligible to obtain, Reliability Clearance and must reside in Canada for the duration of the project.Key Responsibilities
- Lead architecture, design, and delivery of IBM Verify CIAM solutions within a government environment.
- Serve as the senior SME guiding technical direction, integration strategy, and implementation best practices.
- Collaborate with client security, identity, and infrastructure teams to define requirements and ensure alignment with government standards.
- Support full delivery lifecycle: design, configuration, customization, testing, deployment, and knowledge transfer.
- Troubleshoot advanced CIAM technical issues and optimize performance and security posture.
- Produce architecture documentation, diagrams, roadmaps, and operational guides.
- Ensure compliance with government security, privacy, and access control requirements.
- Participate in technical interviews, design reviews, and stakeholder sessions.
- Expert-level experience with IBM Verify (formerly IBM Security Verify / IBM Identity).
- Strong CIAM architecture background, including:
- Authentication flows, MFA, risk-based authentication
- Identity proofing, user lifecycle, registration
- Federation (SAML, OIDC, OAuth)
- Credential management and directory services
- Proven delivery experience in complex enterprise or public-sector environments.
- Strong understanding of IAM/CIAM security controls and best practices.
- Ability to work independently and manage deliverables within a structured government project.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Experience working with Canadian federal or provincial government entities.
- Prior experience operating under Reliability or Secret Clearance environments.
- Broader IAM knowledge (identity governance, PAM, access management).
- Experience with integration across enterprise applications and API security.
- Minimum required: Reliability Clearance (or ability to obtain it).
- Canadian residents only.
- PR holders are acceptable as long as they meet clearance requirements and remain in Canada during the project.
- Standard government schedule: 7.5 hours/day
- Total weekly hours: 37.5 hours
- Expected to work Eastern Time Zone hours.
- Initial contract: 6 months to 1 year
- Extension potential: Up to 2 years, based on performance and client value.
Top Skills
Ciam
Ibm Verify
Oauth
Oidc
SAML
Similar Jobs
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Legal Tech • Productivity • Software
The Director of Strategic Alliances leads iManage's technology partnerships, particularly with Microsoft, driving strategy, negotiations, and cross-functional alignment to enhance revenue and customer value.
Top Skills:
MicrosoftSaaS
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software • Big Data Analytics • Automation
As a Customer Success Manager at PagerDuty, you will manage customer relationships, drive retention, and ensure successful adoption of PagerDuty's services while collaborating with internal teams to enhance customer satisfaction.
Artificial Intelligence • Productivity • Sales • Software
The Customer Success Manager will drive AI-led transformation for B2B clients, guiding them through digital evolution and enhancing product adoption. Responsibilities include consulting on using AI for automation, strategic architecture for business solutions, and leveraging data for growth and organizational change.
Top Skills:
AIAPIs
What you need to know about the Seattle Tech Scene
Home to tech titans like Microsoft and Amazon, Seattle punches far above its weight in innovation. But its surrounding mountains, sprinkled with world-famous hiking trails and climbing routes, make the city a destination for outdoorsy types as well. Established as a logging town before shifting to shipbuilding and logistics, the Emerald City is now known for its contributions to aerospace, software, biotech and cloud computing. And its status as a thriving tech ecosystem is attracting out-of-town companies looking to establish new tech and engineering hubs.
Key Facts About Seattle Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 287,000; 13% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, Google
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, cloud computing, software, biotechnology, game development
- Funding Landscape: $3.1 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Madrona, Fuse, Tola, Maveron
- Research Centers and Universities: University of Washington, Seattle University, Seattle Pacific University, Allen Institute for Brain Science, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle Children’s Research Institute
