Senior IAM Engineer

Who We Are

At Momentum Financial Services Group, we help people move forward by reimagining how money works for those who need it most. With more than 40 years of experience, we’re the team behind Money Mart—Canada’s largest non-bank branch network—and a leader in financial solutions for underserved communities.

From short-term loans to money transfers and prepaid cards, we power the products, technology, and operations that connect over a million customers a year to the money they need, when they need it.

At MFSG, we come together across teams and departments to create something bigger than ourselves: solutions that remove barriers and give people access to money they might not get anywhere else. Whether you're solving problems, building systems, or shaping strategy, your work fuels real support for real people.

We’ve Got You Covered

Compensation Philosophy: Our strategy is designed to attract and retain top talent by offering competitive, fair, and performance-driven rewards. We benchmark against the market, recognize strong performance and continuously evolve to meet the needs of our people and our business.

Discretionary Annual Bonus: Enjoy the opportunity for a discretionary bonus based on individual performance and company success.

Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits include health and dental plans with 100% of the premiums covered. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to support your mental well-being and provide resources for personal challenges.

Retirement Plans: Plan for your future with our robust retirement savings options, ensuring you’re set for the long haul.

Hybrid Work Environment: Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance remote work with in-office.

Perks and Rewards: Enjoy reimbursement for tuition assistance and professional development, discounts through Perkopolis and participate in our rewards and recognition programs to celebrate your contributions.

The Job: Senior IAM Engineer

We’re looking for a Senior IAM Engineer to design, implement, and manage identity and access management solutions across the organization. This role will play a critical part in securing systems, enabling seamless access for users, and ensuring compliance across internal and customer-facing platforms.

What You’ll Do

IAM Architecture & Engineering

• Design, implement, and maintain IAM solutions across platforms such as Azure Entra ID, AWS IAM, Active Directory, and Okta
• Support the rollout and optimization of centralized IAM platforms
• Partner with security, infrastructure, and application teams to strengthen IAM architecture

Access Lifecycle Management

• Manage end-to-end user lifecycle including provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews
• Implement role-based access controls and enforce least privilege and zero-trust principles
• Ensure secure and efficient access for both internal and external users

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Define and enforce IAM policies, standards, and procedures
• Conduct access reviews and support audit readiness (e.g., SOX, GDPR, ISO)
• Monitor IAM environments for compliance and control effectiveness

Security Monitoring & Incident Response

• Monitor IAM logs and alerts to detect suspicious activity
• Support investigation and resolution of access-related security incidents

Integration & Collaboration

• Integrate IAM solutions with enterprise applications and systems
• Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and business teams to improve identity security posture

Automation & Continuous Improvement

• Automate IAM processes using scripting and APIs
• Improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

• Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation of IAM systems and processes
• Support knowledge sharing and training across teams

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• Strong experience in Identity and Access Management within complex environments
• Hands-on expertise with Azure Entra ID, AWS IAM, Active Directory (On-Prem), and Okta (SSO, MFA, Provisioning, Federation).
• Deep understanding of IAM concepts including RBAC, PAM, authentication, and authorization
• Experience implementing zero-trust and least privilege access models
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and security standards
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work across technical and business teams
• Experience with automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python)

Education + Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management
• Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., financial services) is an asset
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Identity, Okta, or security certifications) are preferred

Ready to lead

If you’re passionate about securing identities, improving access controls, and building scalable IAM solutions, this is an opportunity to make a critical impact on enterprise security.

Committed to Equal Opportunity:

MFSG is committed to accommodating applicants up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. If you are selected for an interview, please notify MFSG if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation, MFSG will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.

Please note: The salary range for this position is between C$ 125,000 to C$ 135,000.

About MFSG – Our Commitment to Responsible Innovation

At MFSG, we are committed to building innovative solutions grounded in ethical, transparent, and responsible use of data and technology. Aligned with the principles outlined in Canada’s Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA), we take a proactive approach to ensuring that any AI or data-driven systems we use are safe, fair, and accountable.

This posting is for a current position within our organization, offering the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, responsible innovation that supports our employees, clients, and communities.

We prioritize strong data governance, clear communication around how systems work, and safeguards that reduce risks and protect individuals. Our focus is on developing tools and processes that promote equity, reliability, and trust, supported by ongoing monitoring and continuous improvement.

Joining MFSG means contributing to a future-focused organization that values both innovation and integrity, where your work helps shape solutions that responsibly support our employees, clients, and communities.