Identity & access management specialist
Hero
Breda, Netherlands
19 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
EnglishJob location
Breda, Netherlands
Tech stack
Microsoft Active Directory
Authentication Protocols
Computer Security
Identity and Access Management
Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP)
OAuth
Openid Connect
Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML)
SAP Applications
Information Technology
Job description
- Design, implement, and maintain IAM systems and governance processes
- Manage user lifecycle events - onboarding, changes, offboarding - with proper access controls
- Automate identity provisioning through platforms like Active Directory, SAP, and Entra ID
- Enforce and monitor access policies for cloud, on-prem, and hybrid systems
- Conduct access reviews, recertifications, and compliance audits (GDPR, NIS2)
- Support projects like role-based access design, privileged access management, and identity federation
- Collaborate with global teams to meet local compliance requirements
- Keep up with IAM best practices and security trends to strengthen Hero Group's security posture This is what you need to be successful in this role
Requirements
- Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or similar
- Proven experience in IAM or IT security
- Hands-on experience with tools like Active Directory, Entra ID, Thales Safenet, or similar
- Knowledge of authentication protocols, e.g. SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP
- Familiarity with regulations like GDPR and NIS2
- Experience with SAP identity and access controls is a big plus
- Analytical mindset and ability to work independently and in global teams
- Business fluent in English
Benefits & conditions
- At our company, people come first: You are important.
- An honest, collaborative atmosphere and a positive outlook on the future shape our daily work
- A supportive and inclusive work environment is crucial to us
- We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
- And professional development opportunities We are looking forward to hearing from you! By the way, just be yourself during the application process, as this helps us see if we are a good fit. We embrace diversity and welcome all applicants: Regardless of where you come from, how old you are, which gender you identify with, what you believe in, and who you love.
About the company
At Hero, we value our people as the core of our success. As a global leader in natural and healthy food products, we foster an open, innovative work environment where employees are encouraged to make a real impact. Our values - Create Wow, Everyone Hero, Nourish Others, and Take Responsibility - reflect our commitment..., At Hero, we value our people as the core of our success. As a global leader in natural and healthy food products, we foster an open, innovative work environment where employees are encouraged to make a real impact. Our values - Create Wow, Everyone Hero, Nourish Others, and Take Responsibility - reflect our commitment to nurturing talent and promoting a collaborative, inclusive culture. Joining Hero means becoming part of a mission-driven company that prioritizes sustainability, quality, and the well-being of both its employees and consumers.
We're looking for a
Identity & Access Management (IAM) Specialist (m/f/d)
to take ownership of our global identity and access management framework. You'll ensure secure, compliant, and efficient access for over 4,000 employees and partners worldwide. This is a hands-on role that bridges IT, HR, business units, and compliance, all within a dynamic, multinational environment.