Program Manager IAM (SailPoint)

Overview

On Site

Full Time

Part Time

Accepts corp to corp applications

Contract - Independent

Contract - W2

Skills

Identity Management

FOCUS

IT Program Management

Project Scoping

Budget

Communication Planning

Cadence

IT Management

Management

Customization

Collaboration

Workflow

Active Directory

Reporting

Operational Excellence

KPI

Optimization

Sarbanes-Oxley

Auditing

User Experience

Continuous Improvement

SailPoint

Lifecycle Management

Provisioning

Regulatory Compliance

Microsoft Azure

ServiceNow

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Leadership

Cyber Security

Professional Services

PMP

Program Management

Finance

Retail

Job Details

Role: Program Manager IAM (SailPoint)

Location: Atlanta, GA / Smyrna, GA / Forest Park, GA (Onsite)

Type: Contract

Experience: 8+ Years

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager Identity and Access Management (IAM) to lead and oversee enterprise-level IAM initiatives, with a primary focus on SailPoint IdentityNow / IdentityIQ implementations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Cybersecurity, IAM governance, and technical program management, driving end-to-end delivery while aligning with compliance and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

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Lead and manage IAM programs and SailPoint implementation projects across multiple business units.
Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and success criteria in line with cybersecurity and compliance goals.
Establish program governance, stakeholder communication plans, and reporting cadence.
Identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, and cross-functional challenges proactively.

< data-end="1300" data-start="1243">Technical Leadership (SailPoint IAM Platforms)</>

Oversee full lifecycle SailPoint IdentityIQ/IdentityNow projects, including integration and customization.
Collaborate with IAM architects to define role-based access models, certification workflows, and access governance processes.
Ensure successful integrations with Active Directory, Azure AD, ServiceNow, HR systems, and other enterprise directories.
Provide functional and technical oversight ensuring adherence to security and architecture standards.

< data-end="1820" data-start="1787">Stakeholder Management</>

Serve as the primary point of contact for IAM program communications across IT, business, audit, and compliance teams.
Lead governance meetings and executive updates with clear reporting on milestones and risks.
Partner with vendors and system integrators to align solution delivery with enterprise needs.

< data-end="2173" data-start="2140">Operational Excellence</>

Define and track KPIs and metrics for access governance, provisioning, and compliance posture.
Drive automation and optimization of Joiner-Mover-Leaver processes and access reviews.
Support SOX, audit, and regulatory compliance initiatives related to IAM.
Enhance user experience and reduce operational overhead through continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Competencies:

6 8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity / IAM Program Management.
Hands-on experience with SailPoint IdentityNow / IdentityIQ implementation and governance.
Strong understanding of identity lifecycle management, access provisioning, and compliance frameworks.
Experience integrating IAM solutions with AD, Azure AD, ServiceNow, and HR systems.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in Cybersecurity - IAM Professional Services.
PMP or similar program management certification.
Experience working with financial, retail, or regulated industries.

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