Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
The Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager will lead IAM engineering functions and serve as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity innovation, solutions, and processes within the IAM domain. This highly visible role requires deep technical expertise and the ability to drive change across a complex and evolving environment. The IAM Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and key business stakeholders to design, implement, and optimize secure access solutions aligned with enterprise needs., Solid understanding and experience with IAM tools/technologies/concepts and security in general. This person will be responsible to plan, direct, and coordinate IAM activities. Lead and manage a team of engineers and provide technical leadership and direction. Prioritize activities and operational work efforts. Interprets information security and compliance requirements. Help define and execute the IAM engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise security policies and compliance requirements. Coordinate and collaborate across multiple cross-functional teams providing sound technical expertise, business analysis, process and change leadership to deliver secure and user-friendly identity solutions. Oversee the development and integration of IAM technologies such as SSO, MFA, RBAC, ABAC, and identity federation. Drive continuous improvement in IAM processes, tools, and technologies to enhance security posture and user experience. Communicate operational metrics. Continually evaluate product capabilities and provide guidance to product roadmap and strategy. Coordinate strategic and tactical plans, projects, service transition and contracts. Serve as issue escalation and communication point for IAM services issues and challenges. Provide guidance and assistance to security peers as necessary. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to inform strategic decisions. Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
Requirements
People Building Effective Teams Developing Talent Collaboration Self Leading by Example Communicates Effectively Ensures Accountability and Execution Manages Conflict Business Business Acumen Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes Organizational Agility With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies: Technical Competence/Expertise Problem Solving Dealing with Ambiguity Customer Focus, Minimum 8-10 years of progressive IT / IT Security experience Minimum 5 years in supervisory position of security related staff/projects Undergraduate degree in information systems, computer science, or a related technical discipline; Graduate degree preferred Expertise in managing a technical team Demonstrated ability to manage staff remotely, across multiple time zones Demonstrated ability to anticipate and handle critical situation, negotiating solutions, resolving conflicts, and driving projects to completion Demonstrated ability to execute basic financial analysis, such as ROI Technically competent; able to supervise internal programmers, analysts, consultants and external vendor resources Professional Characteristics/Motivators: o Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; outstanding listening skills o Able to articulate issues, build consensus around recommendations, and define next steps o Team oriented, yet able to work independently o Customer focused o Highly organized and detail oriented Solid understanding and knowledge of Identity and Access Management concepts, tools, technologies, processes and general trends in the industry Experience with IAM technologies/products i.e., Okta, Saviynt, Netskope, CyberArk, Azure Experience with Web Application security platforms, Single Sign on, Authentication, Authorization, Federation technologies, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Experience with identity management and governance, provisioning, Self-service request/approval workflows, privileged access management Experience architecting, designing, building IAM infrastructure; leading or participating in their day-to-day support and delivery activities Conceptual and practical understanding of IT Infrastructure designs, technologies, products, and services. This should include knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems, databases, encryption, and other technologies.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA: Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work. #LI-Hybrid
Benefits & conditions
The base salary range for this role is $134,300 - $229,400. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.