Consultant - Multi-Factor Authentication

We're currently partnering with an industry-leading financial organization on an exciting journey of innovation and transformation and we'd love for you to be part of it.

They're looking for a skilled Vice President - Multi-Factor Authentication role to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to high-impact projects, and collaborate with some of the sharpest minds in the industry. The role is central to enhancing operational excellence and delivering key solutions within the FIC Markets space.

Roles & Responsblities

• MFA Implementation & Migration: Drive the migration project from Cisco DUO and RSA SecurID to Microsoft Authenticator, ensuring minimal disruption to services and user experience.
• Technical Expertise: Serve as an SME on MFA technologies, particularly Cisco DUO, RSA SecurID, and Microsoft Authenticator. Provide technical guidance and support for integration and troubleshooting.
• Design & Architecture: Collaborate with architecture teams to design robust MFA solutions that meet the security needs of the organization while complying with industry regulations.
• Policy Development: Develop and enforce MFA policies and procedures to ensure best practices are followed in line with the organization's security framework.
• User Training & Support: Provide training and support to internal teams and end-users on MFA processes and tools, ensuring a smooth transition and understanding of the new system.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Implement monitoring solutions to track MFA usage, analyze performance metrics, and provide regular reports to management regarding MFA effectiveness and potential improvements.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments related to identity and access management, identifying vulnerabilities and proposing remediation strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Identity and Access Management, with a focus on Multi-Factor Authentication solutions.
• Proven experience in working with financial institutions, understanding regulatory compliance, and security requirements.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco DUO, RSA SecurID, and Microsoft Authenticator, with a demonstrated track record of successful migrations.
• Strong knowledge of identity protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect) and enterprise security frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.