Senior Technical Architect
About the role
Senior Technical Architect – ICAM (Federation / IGA / PAM)
Job ID: 14328
Contract Length: 24+ Months
Location: Remote from within Canada
Federal Government Clearance Level Required: Secret (Level II)
Vacancy Type: New Positions
About Us
Maplesoft Group is currently seeking Senior Technical Architects – ICAM for our Federal Government client in Canada.
We are hiring for three separate Senior Technical Architect positions supporting secure enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) solutions.
Applicants must clearly identify which position they are applying for
Senior Technical Architect – Federation / Identity Provider (IdP)
Senior Technical Architect – Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
Senior Technical Architect – Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Position Summary
The Senior Technical Architect will support the design, integration, and implementation of secure enterprise ICAM solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards, Zero Trust principles, and data-centric security.
The successful candidates will provide technical architecture leadership within their assigned ICAM domain, supporting secure enterprise environments across cloud, classified, and unclassified domains.
Common Responsibilities (All Positions)
Gather and document technical, business, security, and integration requirements. Develop end-to-end ICAM target architectures. Design secure integration patterns across enterprise, cloud, classified, and unclassified environments. Integrate ICAM solutions with Active Directory, PKI, authentication services, cloud platforms, and enterprise applications. Develop technical architecture, system design, configuration, and integration documentation. Create CONOPS, system integration plans, test plans, test cases, and operational documentation. Guide implementation teams and coordinate delivery of ICAM solutions into production. Support Requests for Change (RFCs) and Security Assessment and Authorization activities. Advise stakeholders on Zero Trust principles, security implications, and recommended technical approaches. Brief senior management and provide progress reporting. Attend client facilities in Ottawa when physical presence is required.
Role 1: Senior Technical Architect – Federation / Identity Provider (IdP)
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years within the last 15 years designing, configuring, and maintaining IM/IT systems supporting 5,000+ users. Minimum 7 years within the last 10 years designing, implementing, integrating, or supporting an Identity Provider (IdP) or Single Sign-On (SSO) solution supporting 4,000+ active users. Experience producing ICAM technical documentation. Experience writing at least four of the following for ICAM projects within the last 10 years: Concept of Operations (CONOPS) Technical architecture documentation System design documents Build or configuration documents System Integration Plans Test plans, test cases, or reports
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more recent IdP implementation or architecture projects lasting six months or longer and supporting 1,000+ users. Two or more recent cloud-based ICAM projects.
Recent experience or certification in
SSO / Federation Identity lifecycle management IGA PAM PKI
Role 2: Senior Technical Architect – Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years within the last 15 years designing, configuring, and maintaining IM/IT systems supporting 10,000+ users. Minimum 7 years within the last 10 years designing, implementing, integrating, or supporting an Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solution supporting 4,000+ active users. Minimum one year experience briefing Director-level or higher management on IT security implications and recommended actions. Experience producing ICAM technical documentation. Experience writing at least five of the following for ICAM projects within the last 10 years: Concept of Operations (CONOPS) Technical architecture documentation System design documents Build or configuration documents System Integration Plans Test plans, test cases, or reports Preferred Qualifications Two or more recent IGA implementation or architecture projects lasting six months or longer and supporting 1,000+ users. Two or more recent hybrid/cloud IGA projects.
Recent experience or certification in
SSO / Federation Identity Manager IGA
Role 3: Senior Technical Architect – Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years within the last 15 years designing, configuring, and maintaining IM/IT systems supporting 10,000+ users. Minimum 7 years within the last 10 years designing, implementing, integrating, or supporting a Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution supporting 1,000+ active users. Minimum one year experience briefing Director-level or higher management on IT security implications and recommended actions. Experience producing ICAM technical documentation. Experience writing at least five of the following for ICAM projects within the last 10 years: Concept of Operations (CONOPS) Technical architecture documentation System design documents Build or configuration documents System Integration Plans Test plans, test cases, or reports
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more recent PAM implementation or architecture projects lasting six months or longer and supporting 1,000+ users. Two or more recent cloud PAM projects.
Recent experience or certification in
SSO / Federation PAM solutions
Common Qualifications (All Positions)
Valid Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance. University degree in science, mathematics, engineering, or IM/IT; or a minimum two-year college diploma in a related field. Ability to provide proof of degree or diploma. English fluency. Experience designing solutions requiring interoperability between Government of Canada departments, agencies, or partners.
Compensation
Salary Range: $90.00 – $100.00 per hour
Our recruitment process is led by human recruiters who review all applications and make the final hiring decisions. We use AI-assisted tools to help screen and organize applications. These tools do not replace human judgment, and all hiring decisions are made by people.
Please note that data collected by the Company may be stored or processed on servers located outside of Canada.
Application Submission Details
Submission Deadline
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – 12:00 PM EST
How To Apply
Click the "APPLY NOW" button below.
Important: Please indicate in your application which position you are applying for:
Federation / Identity Provider Architect
IGA Architect PAM Architect
Maplesoft is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Not the right fit? Search for Technical Architect jobs in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
About Maplesoft Group
Since 1996 Maplesoft Group has been helping clients successfully execute their business strategies, create value and achieve measurable results through the innovative and collaborative delivery of professional consulting services. Our talented professionals bring industry specific expertise to help clients define strategies that combine human capital and enterprise systems, thus enabling sustainability and recognized growth potential in the marketplace. Maplesoft can help you optimize and transform your IT and business environments with our array of global resources. For more information, visit www.maplesoftgroup.com.
Depuis 1996 au Groupe Maplesoft, nous aidons nos clients à mettre en œuvre avec succès leurs stratégies d'affaires, à créer de la valeur et à atteindre des résultats tangibles en fournissant de façon novatrice et collaborative des services de consultation. Spécialisés dans différents secteurs d'activité, nos professionnels de talent aident les clients à définir des stratégies alliant le capital humain et les systèmes d'entreprise, permettant ainsi de soutenir et de stimuler le potentiel de croissance sur le marché. Maplesoft a une gamme complète de ressources pour vous aider à transformer et à optimiser votre cadre de TI et l'environnement de votre entreprise. Pour plus d'informations. svp visiter le site www.groupemaplesoft.com
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Senior Technical Architect
About the role
Senior Technical Architect – ICAM (Federation / IGA / PAM)
Job ID: 14328
Contract Length: 24+ Months
Location: Remote from within Canada
Federal Government Clearance Level Required: Secret (Level II)
Vacancy Type: New Positions
About Us
Maplesoft Group is currently seeking Senior Technical Architects – ICAM for our Federal Government client in Canada.
We are hiring for three separate Senior Technical Architect positions supporting secure enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) solutions.
Applicants must clearly identify which position they are applying for
Senior Technical Architect – Federation / Identity Provider (IdP)
Senior Technical Architect – Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
Senior Technical Architect – Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Position Summary
The Senior Technical Architect will support the design, integration, and implementation of secure enterprise ICAM solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards, Zero Trust principles, and data-centric security.
The successful candidates will provide technical architecture leadership within their assigned ICAM domain, supporting secure enterprise environments across cloud, classified, and unclassified domains.
Common Responsibilities (All Positions)
Gather and document technical, business, security, and integration requirements. Develop end-to-end ICAM target architectures. Design secure integration patterns across enterprise, cloud, classified, and unclassified environments. Integrate ICAM solutions with Active Directory, PKI, authentication services, cloud platforms, and enterprise applications. Develop technical architecture, system design, configuration, and integration documentation. Create CONOPS, system integration plans, test plans, test cases, and operational documentation. Guide implementation teams and coordinate delivery of ICAM solutions into production. Support Requests for Change (RFCs) and Security Assessment and Authorization activities. Advise stakeholders on Zero Trust principles, security implications, and recommended technical approaches. Brief senior management and provide progress reporting. Attend client facilities in Ottawa when physical presence is required.
Role 1: Senior Technical Architect – Federation / Identity Provider (IdP)
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years within the last 15 years designing, configuring, and maintaining IM/IT systems supporting 5,000+ users. Minimum 7 years within the last 10 years designing, implementing, integrating, or supporting an Identity Provider (IdP) or Single Sign-On (SSO) solution supporting 4,000+ active users. Experience producing ICAM technical documentation. Experience writing at least four of the following for ICAM projects within the last 10 years: Concept of Operations (CONOPS) Technical architecture documentation System design documents Build or configuration documents System Integration Plans Test plans, test cases, or reports
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more recent IdP implementation or architecture projects lasting six months or longer and supporting 1,000+ users. Two or more recent cloud-based ICAM projects.
Recent experience or certification in
SSO / Federation Identity lifecycle management IGA PAM PKI
Role 2: Senior Technical Architect – Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years within the last 15 years designing, configuring, and maintaining IM/IT systems supporting 10,000+ users. Minimum 7 years within the last 10 years designing, implementing, integrating, or supporting an Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solution supporting 4,000+ active users. Minimum one year experience briefing Director-level or higher management on IT security implications and recommended actions. Experience producing ICAM technical documentation. Experience writing at least five of the following for ICAM projects within the last 10 years: Concept of Operations (CONOPS) Technical architecture documentation System design documents Build or configuration documents System Integration Plans Test plans, test cases, or reports Preferred Qualifications Two or more recent IGA implementation or architecture projects lasting six months or longer and supporting 1,000+ users. Two or more recent hybrid/cloud IGA projects.
Recent experience or certification in
SSO / Federation Identity Manager IGA
Role 3: Senior Technical Architect – Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years within the last 15 years designing, configuring, and maintaining IM/IT systems supporting 10,000+ users. Minimum 7 years within the last 10 years designing, implementing, integrating, or supporting a Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution supporting 1,000+ active users. Minimum one year experience briefing Director-level or higher management on IT security implications and recommended actions. Experience producing ICAM technical documentation. Experience writing at least five of the following for ICAM projects within the last 10 years: Concept of Operations (CONOPS) Technical architecture documentation System design documents Build or configuration documents System Integration Plans Test plans, test cases, or reports
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more recent PAM implementation or architecture projects lasting six months or longer and supporting 1,000+ users. Two or more recent cloud PAM projects.
Recent experience or certification in
SSO / Federation PAM solutions
Common Qualifications (All Positions)
Valid Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance. University degree in science, mathematics, engineering, or IM/IT; or a minimum two-year college diploma in a related field. Ability to provide proof of degree or diploma. English fluency. Experience designing solutions requiring interoperability between Government of Canada departments, agencies, or partners.
Compensation
Salary Range: $90.00 – $100.00 per hour
Our recruitment process is led by human recruiters who review all applications and make the final hiring decisions. We use AI-assisted tools to help screen and organize applications. These tools do not replace human judgment, and all hiring decisions are made by people.
Please note that data collected by the Company may be stored or processed on servers located outside of Canada.
Application Submission Details
Submission Deadline
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – 12:00 PM EST
How To Apply
Click the "APPLY NOW" button below.
Important: Please indicate in your application which position you are applying for:
Federation / Identity Provider Architect
IGA Architect PAM Architect
Maplesoft is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Not the right fit? Search for Technical Architect jobs in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
About Maplesoft Group
Since 1996 Maplesoft Group has been helping clients successfully execute their business strategies, create value and achieve measurable results through the innovative and collaborative delivery of professional consulting services. Our talented professionals bring industry specific expertise to help clients define strategies that combine human capital and enterprise systems, thus enabling sustainability and recognized growth potential in the marketplace. Maplesoft can help you optimize and transform your IT and business environments with our array of global resources. For more information, visit www.maplesoftgroup.com.
Depuis 1996 au Groupe Maplesoft, nous aidons nos clients à mettre en œuvre avec succès leurs stratégies d'affaires, à créer de la valeur et à atteindre des résultats tangibles en fournissant de façon novatrice et collaborative des services de consultation. Spécialisés dans différents secteurs d'activité, nos professionnels de talent aident les clients à définir des stratégies alliant le capital humain et les systèmes d'entreprise, permettant ainsi de soutenir et de stimuler le potentiel de croissance sur le marché. Maplesoft a une gamme complète de ressources pour vous aider à transformer et à optimiser votre cadre de TI et l'environnement de votre entreprise. Pour plus d'informations. svp visiter le site www.groupemaplesoft.com