Identity and Access Management Leader

Summary

The Identity and Access Management Leader (IAM Leader), in conjunction with the Senior Director of Information Security and the operational IT teams, is responsible for the formalizing of the Identity and Access Management program. The Teammate in this role will cultivate and operate an IAM program that defines identity governance processes along with designing and architecting IAM solutions that align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Remote work arrangements may be considered for those who live within 350 miles of Kearney, Nebraska.  Periodic travel to the corporate office will be required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

This description intends to describe the general nature and level of work performed by Teammates assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Technical Leadership

• Develop comprehensive identity and access management (IAM) strategies, policies, and procedures.

• Implement identity governance processes to manage user identities, roles, and entitlements.

• Serve as subject-matter expert in IAM disciplines.

• Assess and mitigate risks, improve internal controls. 

• Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations.

• Think creatively when designing systems and solutions.

• Incorporate strategic thinking to provide technical roadmaps and design innovative solutions for business needs. 

• Exhibit leadership qualities and the ability to drive organizational change and positive working relationships.

Program Management

• Monitor identity and access management (IAM) systems for anomalies and potential security threats.

• Develop identity and access management (IAM) architecture blueprints, models, and documentation.

• Configure solutions to enable secure authentication and authorization.

• Conduct IAM audits and assessments to identify and remediate risks.

• Provide regular status reports and ensure timely deliverables.

• Manage IAM technologies lifecycle and infrastructure.

• Conduct risk assessments and develop metrics/KPIs.

• Demonstrate ability to work with program management and procurement to ensure financial and delivery commitments are maintained.

• Manage projects and execute on those objectives.

Collaborative Responsibilities

• Align identity and access management (IAM) processes with business initiatives.

• Lead IAM selection and vendor management.

• Evaluate emerging technologies for business needs.

• Foster understanding of IAM systems across organization.

• Build relationships with business units, specifically the Corporate IT, SRE, and development teams.

• Demonstrate cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Integrate IAM with incident response procedures.

• Demonstrate strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills and techniques.

Background Responsibilities

• Stay current with industry trends and emerging identity and access management (IAM) technologies.

• Participate in professional development activities and training.

• Support the overall information security strategy of the organization.

• Contribute to the development of IAM-related policies and standards.

General

• Exhibit strong oral and written communication skills.

• Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit. 

• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related field.

• Minimum of five years of experience in te