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 Strategist

SailPoint 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 industry

Discover and understand customer requirements and align our solutions to those requirements

C-level strategic engagement in large complex sales cycles

Lead and influence customers on their identity journey

Build relationships with key customers, partners, and industry thought leaders

Participation in Executive Briefing programs, roadshows, and roundtables

Participation in customer advisory boards and user groups

Influence product management decisions

Delivery of product roadmap and vision to customers

Coach Account Executives and Solution Engineers on SailPoint messaging

Maintain a regular cadence with Customer Services Managers, Professional Services, and Support to understand real life product performance, issues, and challenges

Requirements:

15+ years professional experience of Security implementation, operations, and/or vendor experience

10+ years working with Identity, Governance and Access Management solutions

15+ years of Financial Services industry experience

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

A working knowledge of technical infrastructure including web services, application servers, databases, virtualization, and directories is required

Strong knowledge of Identity and Cybersecurity market trend and landscape

Deep understanding of the common business challenges, applications, regulations, and security landscape in the Financial Services industry

Location:

Residence in Canada, preferably Toronto

We anticipate 25% travel and flexibility to travel within the Americas will be necessary.

Education:

Advanced Degree Preferred but not required

#LI-REMOTE

SailPoint 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.