Identity Access Professional

Our client is looking for an Identity Access Professional responsible for safeguarding organizational assets by managing and overseeing identity and access management (IAM) systems. This position ensures the right individuals have appropriate access to technology resources - systems, applications, and data - minimizing security risks and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The Identity Access Professional will design, implement, and maintain access control policies and procedures that align with business objectives and security best practices, contributing to the organization’s overall cybersecurity posture through robust identity governance and access management frameworks., * Enforce least-privilege principles, role-based access control (RBAC), and multi-factor authentication (MFA)

• Configure and maintain IAM tools, including Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), HIPAA, and internal security policies
• Investigate and resolve IAM-related security incidents and access issues
• Administer user accounts, roles, and permissions across enterprise systems
• Develop workflows to streamline provisioning and de-provisioning processes
• Conduct regular access reviews, generate compliance reports, and support audits by preparing IAM documentation and evidence
• Define, monitor, and report on IAM-related metrics and KPIs to evaluate program effectiveness and compliance
• Develop and manage dashboards that provide real-time visibility into access trends, incident response times, and audit readiness, delivering actionable insights for stakeholders

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 6+ years of experience in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of software development, quality assurance, operational risk, or data analysis
• Knowledge of financial products and services preferred
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts, including authentication, authorization, single sign-on (SSO), and MFA
• Experience with IAM tools; CyberArk preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to access management (SOX, HIPAA)
• Familiarity with cloud environments and IAM integration platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with comfort collaborating with co-workers, management, and vendors
• Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal instruction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy, Access Control, Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Authentication, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Skills, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Financial Services, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Identity Data Management, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, People Management, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM), Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Risk, Risk Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Single Sign-On (SSO), Software Testing, User Account Administration, Writing Skills

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