Contractor IAM Architect

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Bachelor s or master s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.

- 8+ years of experience in IAM, with at least 3 years in an architect role.

- Strong understanding of IAM solutions such as Okta, SailPoint, Ping Identity, Microsoft Entra ID, CyberArk, or ForgeRock.

- Experience with directory services (Active Directory, LDAP) and identity governance.

- Expertise in implementing Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Privileged Access Management (PAM).

- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Java, or Shell) for automation.

- Familiarity with Zero Trust Security models and cloud IAM (AWS IAM, Azure AD, Google IAM).

- Strong communication skills and ability to interact with business and technical stakeholders.

- Relevant IAM certifications (CISSP, CISM, CIAM, Okta Certified, SailPoint Certified, etc.) are a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design and develop IAM solutions, including authentication, authorization, and access management frameworks.

- Implement IAM policies, workflows, and best practices to secure access across systems and applications.

- Integrate IAM solutions with enterprise applications, directories, and cloud platforms.

- Define and enforce role-based access control (RBAC) and attribute-based access control (ABAC) models.

- Manage identity federation using SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and SCIM protocols.

- Ensure compliance with security standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, and SOX.

- Perform risk assessments and enhance security posture through IAM enhancements.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, infrastructure, and application teams.

- Lead IAM tool evaluations, proof of concepts (POCs), and implementation projects.

- Troubleshoot and resolve IAM-related incidents, ensuring high availability and performance.