As a Senior ForgeRock IAM Engineer, you will make an impact by ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of our identity and access management systems. You'll apply your skills in scripting and platform support expertise to automate manual workflows, improve system performance, and contribute to secure infrastructure operations and flawless user experiences. You will be a valued member of our Infrastructure practice and work collaboratively with our Associate Director of Cybersecurity IDAM.
In this role, you will
- Support and maintain access identity systems across production environments using the ForgeRock product suite
- Build and maintain scripts and automation workflows to optimize operational tasks
- Identify, investigate, and resolve issues related to identity access and Java-based software environments
- Participate in on-call rotations, providing timely support and resolution for production incidents
- Contribute to platform upgrades, patches, and improvements with a focus on stability and performance
- Coordinate with engineering, security, and operations teams to ensure standard methodologies are followed across systems
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)
- A proven track record of 8 or more years with ForgeRock suite such as Identity Gateway, Identity Management, and Access Management.
- Proficiency in Java, experience in development or tooling for Java-based platforms.
- Expert in using Git for version control and collaboration.
- Comfortable with participating in a rotational on-call schedule to support production environments and respond to any critical issues.
What will help you stand out (preferred skills)
- Outstanding experience in Bash or shell scripting for automation.
- Experience managing platforms across cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments.
- Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you'd be beneficial to this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Working arrangements
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days per week in a client office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
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