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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Identity Management Developer (CEMI) - **Company:** Cornell University - **Location:** Ithaca, NY, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $88,386.0 - $102,719.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, PHP (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Custom Software, Software Design Documents, Linux, DevOps, Middleware, Perl (Programming Language), Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), OAuth, Open Source Technology, Ruby on Rails, Azure Active Directory, Ruby, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, ReactJS, Reliability of Systems, Git, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Software Version Control, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=51dae398537e542c ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three to five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. * Demonstrated success providing technical support and application or middleware development in a distributed, team-focused computing environment. * Demonstrated expertise with one or more scripting or programming languages, such as Java, Perl, Python, and/or VB (.NET), ReactJS, Ruby, and/or PHP * Approximately 1 year+ of professional experience developing ReactJS applications and/or Ruby on Rails. * System administration experience with Linux required; and Windows experience preferred. * Working to advanced knowledge of one or more identity and access management technologies, including directory services, virtual directories, SAML2, OAuth2, LDAP, and Active Directory authorization technologies. * Proven experience writing technical design documentation, conducting code reviews, and working with version control systems such as Git. * Ability to translate user and business needs into clear functional requirements and technical specifications, and to promote effective and efficient information sharing. * Demonstrated ability to communicate complex Identity Management concepts-including system functions, capabilities, and processes-into business terms that are clear, accessible, and meaningful to non-technical stakeholders. * Proven ability to work effectively in a dynamic, deadline-driven, and complex environment with multiple competing priorities. * Strong facilitation, problem-solving, analytical, reasoning, and judgment skills, with the ability to evaluate options and recommend sound technical solutions. * Experience supporting and managing mission-critical systems in a production environment, including troubleshooting and incident response. * Proven ability to identify, scope, and implement opportunities for automation or architectural improvements that enhance system reliability, security, or efficiency. * Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members., * Experience working in higher education, research, or similarly complex enterprise environments, particularly those with diverse identity populations and federated access needs. * Familiarity with cloud-based identity platforms and services (e.g., Azure AD, AWS IAM, Google Identity, or similar). * Experience with identity lifecycle management, provisioning/de-provisioning workflows, and access governance. * Knowledge of zero trust, least-privilege, and modern identity security architectures. * Experience integrating identity services with enterprise applications, including SaaS platforms and custom applications. * Demonstrated experience participating in cross-functional technical initiatives, including collaboration with security, infrastructure, and application teams. * Experience supporting incident response, audits, or compliance efforts related to identity and access management. * Familiarity with DevOps or CI/CD practices, automated deployments, and infrastructure-as-code concepts. * Strong customer-service orientation with the ability to balance security requirements with usability and operational needs. ## Description This is a two (2) year term appointment which may be ended or extended based on organizational needs, funding availability, and performance. This position is eligible for remote work within the United States. However, while the position is remote, periodic travel to Cornell University's Ithaca, New York campus will be required for meetings, team collaboration, training, and other departmental or university business needs. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the remote work arrangement at any time. About Information Technology @ Cornell Information Technology (IT) is a strategic enabler for many functions at Cornell University, with staff located across colleges, administrative units, and campuses throughout the institution. While comprised of many organizations, IT operates as one partnering closely with faculty, staff, and students to support teaching, research, and business operations. By being embedded where the Cornell community is, IT is well positioned to provide support ranging from day-to-day needs to large, complex initiatives that advance major academic, research, and operational objectives across the university. Check out this link to find out more about IT@Cornell. What will you do: Reporting to the Assistant Director for Identity & Access Management, the Identity Management Developer (CEMI) provides cybersecurity-focused technical leadership and engineering expertise in support of Cornell University's Identity & Access Management services within the university IT Security Office (ITSO). This position plays a key role in ensuring the secure, reliable, and effective delivery of enterprise authentication, authorization, and directory services that underpin the university's academic, research, and administrative operations. The Identity Management environment at Cornell consists of a diverse ecosystem of homegrown, open-source, and vendor-provided applications and services. The Identity Manager Developer operates primarily in an engineering-focused capacity, contributing deep technical expertise to the design, planning, implementation, and ongoing improvement of identity services. This role is instrumental in maintaining a strong security posture while enabling scalability, resiliency, and ease of use for a broad and varied campus community. In addition to technical leadership, this position serves as a key liaison between ITSO, campus business units, and external partners. The Identity Management Developer supports strong service relationships by helping stakeholders understand identity service capabilities, status, and access processes, and by translating complex technical concepts into clear, non-technical guidance when needed. The role also contributes to the evolution of next-generation Identity Management solutions by collaborating with vendors, peer institutions, and internal partners to stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in higher education cybersecurity. The Identity Management Developer is expected to work collaboratively within the Identity Management team and across ITSO to meet service levels, support operational objectives, and respond effectively to system outages or changes, including availability outside of standard university business hours when required. This is a two (2) year term appointment which may be ended or extended based on organizational needs, funding availability, and performance. This position is eligible for remote work within the United States. However, while the position is remote, periodic travel to Cornell University's Ithaca, New York campus will be required for meetings, team collaboration, training, and other departmental or university business needs. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the remote work arrangement at any time. 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