Advisory Identity Strategist - Canada

Company: SailPoint
Company: SailPoint
Location: Remote (Canada)
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2025-07-20 05:43
SailPoint is the leading, AI-driven security platform providing the autonomous governance that best solves the needs for the modern enterprise. By harnessing the power of AI and machine learning, SailPoint automates and streamlines the complexity of delivering the right access to the right identities and technology resources at the right time. Delivered at the scale our enterprise customer's demand.   We are proud of our team and the culture we have built which has led to our employees voting us “best places to work” – 15 years in a row.  Advisory Identity StrategistSailPoint is seeking an Identity Strategist security professional to serve as an Identity Strategist in support the growth of our Canadian business. You will partner with our sales teams by applying your Telecommunications or Financial Services and Security expertise plus business acumen in support of SailPoint’s growth objectives.The ideal candidate will possess:Security program and operational experience in the Telecommunications or Financial Services industry, including regulatory compliance, cloud security, risk, Zero Trust, and applying Cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST 800-53 and CIS. A thorough understanding of Identity, Governance, User Administration, and Access Management Your most important attributes are attitude and aptitude. Successful crew members come from diverse experiences such as: in-house security team leaders, vendor Field CTO - CISO teams, and/or consulting firms with an emphasis on security and identity programs.Must-have attributes include exceptional communication skills, high EQ, expertise in discovering customer requirements, and the ability to develop and deliver presentations and messaging that aligns SailPoint solutions to our customers’ desired business outcomes.Responsibilities:Create content (i.e., presentations, blogs, whitepapers, maturity assessment, videos) tying SailPoint solutions to the business challenges and regulations of the Financial Services industryDiscover and understand customer requirements and align our solutions to those requirementsC-level strategic engagement in large complex sales cyclesLead and influence customers on their identity journeyBuild relationships with key customers, partners, and industry thought leadersParticipation in Executive Briefing programs, roadshows, and roundtablesParticipation in customer advisory boards and user groupsInfluence product management decisionsDelivery of product roadmap and vision to customersCoach Account Executives and Solution Engineers on SailPoint messagingMaintain a regular cadence with Customer Services Managers, Professional Services, and Support to understand real life product performance, issues, and challengesRequirements:15+ years professional experience of Security implementation, operations, and/or vendor experience10+ years working with Identity, Governance and Access Management solutions15+ years of Financial Services industry experienceExcellent written and verbal communications skillsA working knowledge of technical infrastructure including web services, application servers, databases, virtualization, and directories is requiredStrong knowledge of Identity and Cybersecurity market trend and landscapeDeep understanding of the common business challenges, applications, regulations, and security landscape in the Financial Services industryLocation:Residence in Canada, preferably TorontoWe anticipate 25% travel and flexibility to travel within the Americas will be necessary.Education:Advanced Degree Preferred but not required#LI-REMOTESailPoint is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome all qualified candidates to apply to join our team.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.  Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. Contact applicationassistance@sailpoint.com or mail to 11120 Four Points Dr, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78726, to discuss reasonable accommodations.  NOTE: Any unsolicited resumes sent by candidates or agencies to this email will not be considered for current openings at SailPoint.
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