Job title: Senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer
Company: ExcelliSearch
Job description: Join a global team where you will make a direct impact on security and innovation. With a hybrid, flexible work model and a commitment to work-life balance, you’ll have the freedom to shape your career while contributing to society.IMPACT: The Senior IAM Engineer plays a crucial role in optimizing the company’s identity and access management systems. Focused on security, reliability, and efficiency, this role drives the operation and continuous improvement of IAM practices while collaborating with teams to provide expert strategic and operational support.OFFERED: At this company, you will enjoy competitive perks like stock options, bonuses, employee stock purchase plan and and comprehensive benefits, all while collaborating with top-tier professionals in a dynamic environment. If you’re a tech aficionado with a passion for making a difference, this is your chance to shine. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!LOCATION: Reston, VA. This is a hybrid role available to local candidates who reside within a 60 mile radius. May consider relocation of a strong candidate with a compelling motivation to move to the area.WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Utilize strong hands-on skills to take charge of critical systems and lead a team in optimizing and securing the company’s IAM solutions.
- Drive the design, implementation, and management of Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions using Ping Identity, shape MFA strategies, and lead SailPoint IGA projects.
- Oversee Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments, ensuring systems are secure and compliant with frameworks like NIST and CIS.
- Participate in strategic planning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and assess and implement new technologies.
- Create and maintain operational documentation with collaboration tools like Confluence Wiki for systems configurations, operational procedures, and best practices.
- Mentor junior engineers, lead technical teams, and clearly communicate IAM strategies across the organization.
IDEAL PROFILE
- 10+ years in IT with a focus on IAM security architecture and platform administration.
- Expertise in authentication/authorization mechanisms like SSO, MFA, PAM, across on-prem, distributed, and SaaS environments.
- Skilled in designing and implementing IAM solutions (SSO, MFA, IGA, PAM) and integrating with IdPs using protocols like SAML, OAuth, and OIDC.
- Hands-on experience with Ping Identity, SailPoint, and other IAM technologies. (Expertise with SailPoint is required)
- Proficient in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and Ansible.
- Experienced in cloud IAM solutions (AWS, Azure) and designing IAM for global infrastructures with strong cyber defense knowledge.
CERTIFICATIONS (are a BIG plus):
- CIAM
- CISSP
- IAM vendor specific certifications
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or related field preferred or equivalent work experienceWORK AUTHORIZATION: US Citizen/Green Card holder preferred. May consider a local H-1B transfer.
Expected salary: $170000 – 200000 per year
Location: Reston, VA
Job date: Thu, 27 Feb 2025 23:51:01 GMT
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