IAM Architect

Job Description:
- Develop and implement IAM strategies and solutions that align with business objectives and security requirements.
- Design and document IAM architectures, including user authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the security and privacy of customer data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to understand their CIAM needs and translate them into technical requirements.
- Evaluate and select IAM technologies and vendors based on business requirements and industry best practices.
- Define and enforce IAM policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Develop analysis & process documents, requirements and roadmaps for various projects and programs across business units, applications, and products.
- Advocate and drive adoption of Business Architecture best practices to ensure standardization, stay up to date with industry trends & advancements in IAM and security technologies.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 8+ years of related experience as an Architect or similar role, with a focus on IAM / CIAM framework (such as OAuth, OpenID Connect & SAML)
-Strong knowledge of security principles, including authentication, authentication, and encryption.
- Experience with IAM technologies, such as Okta or Ping Identity etc.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and CCPA, and their impact on CIAM
- Proficiency in translating business requirements into technical solutions and collaborating with IT teams for implementation.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and subject matter experts.
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for operational excellence.
- Experience working in both Agile/Scrum & Waterfall development processes
- Must be self-directed and able to perform project duties with minimal direction and supervision