Director of Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure C Sharp (Programming Language) Cloud Computing Cloud Computing Security Cloud Engineering Cyber Security Computer Programming Identity and Access Management Python (Programming Language)
+19 more
Node.Js OAuth OpenID Ping (Networking Utility) Openid Connect Azure Active Directory Zero Trust Network Access Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) Software Engineering Systems Integration Google Cloud Okta Software Security Containerization Kubernetes SailPoint Restful APIs Devsecops Microservices

Job description

Join a technology-driven financial organization as a Director of Identity & Access Management (IAM), where you’ll lead the strategy and execution of modern identity solutions that power secure application development and enterprise APIs. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a technical leader who thrives at the intersection of cybersecurity, software engineering, and cloud architecture. You’ll work with cutting-edge IAM platforms, API security frameworks, cloud technologies, and DevSecOps practices to build scalable identity solutions that enable business growth.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM) with progressive leadership experience
  • Strong background in application development and secure API design
  • Experience implementing OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), SAML, and JWT authentication
  • Expertise with enterprise IAM platforms such as Okta, Ping Identity, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), ForgeRock, or SailPoint
  • Experience building and integrating RESTful APIs and microservices
  • Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
  • Experience leading engineering or IAM development teams
  • Knowledge of DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Experience with Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
  • Knowledge of Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions
  • Experience with Kubernetes and containerized applications
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture
  • Programming experience with Java, C#, Python, or Node.js
  • CISSP, CISM, or cloud security certifications
  • Experience in highly regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, or government

Benefits & conditions

  • 40% Identity & Access Management Platforms
  • 30% API Security & Application Development
  • 20% Cloud Security & DevSecOps
  • 10% Architecture & Automation

Daily Responsibilities

  • 40% Hands-On Technical Leadership
  • 35% Team Management & Strategy
  • 25% Cross-Functional Collaboration

The Offer

  • Bonus Eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Employee Wellness Programs

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