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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IAM/IDM Security Delivery Lead - **Company:** American IT Systems - **Location:** Portland, OR, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Active Directory, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), OAuth, OpenID, PCI Data Security Standards, Ping (Networking Utility), Scrum Methodology, Role-Based Access Control, Openid Connect, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Single Sign-On, Google Cloud, Okta, Cyberark, Software Security, Information Technology, SailPoint, Devsecops - **Published:** July 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/461e96e9-85d5-4038-b8fb-ec880d6b3b6e ## About the Role * 15+ years of IT experience with extensive expertise in IAM/IDM technologies. * Strong experience leading enterprise IAM delivery programs. * Hands-on knowledge of Identity Governance, Access Management, Authentication, and Authorization. * Experience with one or more IAM platforms such as: + SailPoint IdentityIQ / Identity Security Cloud + Saviynt + Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) + Okta + Ping Identity + ForgeRock + CyberArk + Delinea * Experience implementing: + Single Sign-On (SSO) + Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) + Identity Lifecycle Management + Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) + Privileged Access Management (PAM) * Strong understanding of: + OAuth 2.0 + OpenID Connect (OIDC) + SAML 2.0 + LDAP + Active Directory * Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. * Knowledge of security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR. * Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills. * Experience managing Agile and Waterfall delivery models., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. * Master's degree preferred. * Relevant certifications are highly desirable: + CISSP + CISM + Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator + SailPoint Certified Engineer + Okta Certified Professional/Administrator + CyberArk Certified Delivery Engineer + PMP or Scrum Master Nice to Have * Experience with Zero Trust architecture. * DevSecOps and CI/CD integration for IAM. * API security and identity federation. * Experience in large enterprise environments supporting 50,000+ users. * Knowledge of AI-driven identity governance and risk analytics. ## Description We are seeking an experienced IAM/IDM Security Delivery Lead with 15+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Identity Management (IDM) to lead enterprise security initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivering large-scale IAM programs, managing cross-functional teams, driving security governance, and implementing modern identity solutions across cloud and on-premises environments. 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