Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect

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Summary

We are looking for a skilled Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect.  The IAM Architect will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing the identity and access management architecture, ensuring secure and streamlined access to our company’s systems.  The ideal candidate is familiar with a variety of IAM concepts, practices, and procedures, including design and management of access controls, entitlements, and administration of business processes.

Your role in our mission

• Architecting, implementing and managing IAM systems including Customer IAM (CIAM) solutioning.
• Architecting and managing across all facets of IAM (Governance, Access Management, Privileged Access Management).
• Identifying and addressing issues related to IAM performance.
• Providing technical leadership for the integration of IAM systems.
• Ensuring alignment between IAM standards and business objectives.
• Developing and maintaining IAM policies, procedures, and standards.
• Working with stakeholders to understand their IAM requirements and translating them into technical specifications.
• Performing audits ensuring that systems are in compliance with established IAM standards and policies.
• Providing support and guidance to team members regarding IAM.
• Ensuring that IAM systems are updated regularly and remain secure against potential threats.
• Documenting IAM strategies and systems for future reference and review.

What we're looking for

• 15+ years’ experience in cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management, and/or systems engineering.
• 10+ years of a proven deep background (preferred 5+ years) in Identity and Access Management.
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure/Entra ID.
• Experience with Saviynt and Ping Identity.
• Experience with SAML 2 vs OIDC/OAuth.
• Experience with one or more of the following: ISO 27001, NIST, Center for Internet Security (CIS) standards or Service Organization Controls (SOC) 2.
• Broad and diverse experience across cybersecurity strategy, operations, security architecture, cloud security, and identity and access management.
• Knowledge of identity management, role/attribute-based access control, and authentication systems.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in applying cybersecurity controls.
• Ability to oversee and execute highly complex, cross-organizational initiatives.
• Ability to engage executive level stakeholders on complex matters with limited oversight and guidance.
• Ability to think strategically and tactically, with effective decision-making skills.
• Relevant Cybersecurity Certification(s) (CISSP, CISA, CIAM, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills.
• BS degree in Computer Science, IT Security or related field preferred.

What you should expect in this role

• This role is 100% remote within the United States.

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