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BMO

Solution Architect, Customer Identity Access Management (CIAM)

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Job Description

Application Deadline:

07/30/2025

Address:
33 Dundas Street West

Job Family Group:

Technology

Please note this role is Hybrid (2-3 days per week in the office)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Customer Identity Access Management (CIAM) Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and user friendly CIAM solution. In this role, you will collaborate with product, security and engineering teams to ensure seamless and secure customer experiences across digital platforms, while aligning with regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Design and develop end-to-end CIAM architectures, including identity lifecycle management, authentication, authorization, consent management, and data privacy
  • Serve as the technical lead for CIAM initiatives, guiding the selection, customization, and integration of ISAM platform
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. product, UX, security, engineering, enterprise architect) to define user identity journeys and technical requirement
  • Create detail architectural documentation, including sequence diagrams, threat models, and data flow diagrams
  • Integrate CIAM solution with backend systems, APIs, gateway and analytics tools
  • Support CI/CD practices by embedding identity-related security controls in development pipeline
  • Evaluate and implement technologies for adaptive authentication, identity proofing, MFA, and federation (SAML, OIDC, oAuth)
  • Mentor and support development and engineering teams in implementing identity related features

  • Qualifications:
  • BS/BA or MBA/MS in computer science, engineering, information security, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in identity and access management, with at least 2+ years focused on CIAM.
  • Proven experience with one or more CIAM platforms: ISAM, Okta, Auth0, ForgeRock, PingOne, Azure AD etc.
  • Strong understanding of authentication protocols (oAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0, FAPI)
  • Familiarity with identity federation, SSO, MFA, risk-based authentication, and adaptive access
  • Hands on experience with RESTful APIs, JWT, JSON, and modern web technologies
  • Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g. GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, PIC-DSS)
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or vendor specific certifications
  • Familiarity with IAM/CIAM market trends, zero trust architecture, and identity governance
  • Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.
  • Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
  • Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
  • Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.
  • Able to manage ambiguity.
  • Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.
Salary :

$94,600.00 - $176,000.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group's pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group's expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group's total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en .

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.

About BMO

THERE’S NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO BE PART OF BMO. We’ve set our sights on being the bank that defines great customer experience. Our customers’ needs are changing and so are we. Everyone who works here has a role to play in making a difference for our customers. Every day. It’s an amazing feeling when you know you’re making a customer’s life better, and you can do it at BMO – whether you’re imagining a new product, designing a customer experience, streamlining an application, launching a marketing campaign or just being there in a very human way with the right answer.

Industry

Banking & Finance

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Application closing date is 2025-08-31

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