IT Security Administrator
Location: Remote - Anywhere in Canada
The total target compensation (TTC) range, including salary and target bonus, is $64,800 - $100,440. This TTC range is applicable to permanent roles only. The actual base salary offered within this range will be determined by the successful candidate’s skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
Fixed-term contract and casual roles are not eligible for annual bonus and would receive only the base salary component.
Empire Life is looking to hire an IT Security Administrator to join our IT team! We are actively seeking candidates to fill a current, open position.
Why pursue this opportunity
Our mission - Provide expertise and intelligent solutions to help Canadians navigate life with confidence.
The environment - we understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive work environment that allows our employees to achieve both personal and professional goals.
Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.
Deliver excellence - provide a personal, accurate, professional, and courteous service and resolution to our customers.
What you’ll be working on
Maintains detailed security provisioning knowledge for a complex multi-platform, multi-cloud, environment, including Windows, Linux, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Review, validate, authorize and process access security and profile requests for all internal and external users within a diverse application architecture
Maintain the integrity of information technology by providing input and expertise into the development and implementation of security processes and procedures
Provides primary troubleshooting support to users on network and computer desktop security related issues
Performs all security tasks related to identity validation on various systems and applications
Communicates with the Manager, IAM on an ongoing basis to maintain a current and correct understanding of security policy, legal, compliance issues and technical security standards
Generates reports for access control validations
Provide input and assistance into project implementations as required
What we’re looking for you to have
Completion of a community college diploma, with courses in network technologies, operating systems, programming languages and database management
0-3+ years work experience in computer system administration, implementation and integration
Experience with centralized directory services, including Active Directory or Entra ID
Experience with ITIL practices in a service desk environment is an asset
Security Plus, Comptia (A+, NET+, Security+) are considered assets
Ability to think logically, analyze and solve problems
Ability to learn new technology
Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail/accuracy
Ability to work independently and as a team member
If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.
Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.
Beyond the salary
For permanent full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:
Hybrid work model
Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions
Access to learning & development programs, and education/tuition reimbursement (role dependent), to support your professional growth and career advancement.
Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions
A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, health and dental and a generous health account
Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
A cash employee referral program
To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire.
Get to know us
Empire life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require a specific adjustment to help you present your best self, please let us know—we are happy to work with you. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact recruitment@empire.ca.
Community college diploma with technical coursework and 0–3+ years in computer systems administration, implementation, or integration. Requires directory services experience and strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities
- managing provisioning
- processing requests
- troubleshooting security
Skills & Tools
Windows, Linux, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Active Directory, Entra ID, ITIL
Job Details
- Category: Information Technology
- Seniority: No Prior Experience Required
- Commitment: Full Time, Contract
- Workplace: Remote — Canada or Canada
- Salary: CAD 64,800 – 100,440 / year
- Languages: English
Benefits
- 401k matching
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement plan
About Empire Life
A life insurance company providing financial protection and employee benefits. — Industry: Finance