Key Responsibilities:
- Architectural Design:
- Design and develop IAM solutions, including authentication, authorization, and access control systems, ensuring alignment with enterprise security and IT strategies.
- Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical guidance for IAM-related projects, including requirements gathering, solution design, and integration across hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud).
- Identity Lifecycle Management:
- Develop and implement strategies for identity lifecycle management, including provisioning, de-provisioning, and role-based access control (RBAC).
- Federated Identity Management:
- Design and implement single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and federated identity solutions using SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and related protocols.
- Compliance and Governance:
- Ensure IAM solutions meet regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX), and support audit activities by implementing controls and reporting mechanisms.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity, IT, and business stakeholders, to ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
- Innovation:
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in IAM and propose improvements to enhance security posture and operational efficiency.
- Incident Management:
- Support IAM incident response processes and remediation efforts, addressing vulnerabilities and risks promptly.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Educational Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Experience:
- 7+ years of experience in IT, with 5+ years focused on IAM.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing IAM solutions for large-scale enterprises.
- Technical Expertise:
- Strong knowledge of IAM technologies, including Azure AD, Okta, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, SailPoint, or equivalent platforms.
- Proficiency in authentication and authorization protocols (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect).
- Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid IAM architectures.
- Hands-on experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions like CyberArk or BeyondTrust.
- Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in IAM or security-related areas (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Azure Security Engineer, Okta Certified Consultant).
- Experience in Zero Trust security model implementation.
- Familiarity with identity governance frameworks and tools.