IAM Technical Lead

Job Summary: The IAM Technical Lead is a senior-level, hands-on role responsible for leading the design, implementation, and deployment of enterprise-grade Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. This position combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills to guide teams through all stages of the product deployment lifecycle. The lead will translate business and security requirements into scalable, secure, and efficient IAM solutions that align with organizational goals and compliance requirements. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and architecture of IAM components, including identity governance, access management, privileged access management (PAM), and authentication solutions. Drive end-to-end IAM product deployment and integration efforts, collaborating closely with engineering and development teams. Define and enforce IAM technical standards, best practices, and processes in alignment with cybersecurity and architecture teams. Implement automation for IAM workflows such as user provisioning, deprovisioning, and access certifications. Collaborate with Product Owners to define the IAM products technical vision and roadmap. Mentor and guide IAM engineers and developers, fostering a collaborative and technically strong team culture. Partner with cross-functional teams (Enterprise Architecture, DevOps, Security Operations) to ensure IAM solutions align with enterprise objectives. Act as technical lead on IAM projects, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to requirements and scope. Serve as the escalation point for complex IAM issues, providing expert-level troubleshooting and resolution. Ensure IAM systems adhere to regulatory and compliance frameworks such as SOX and NERC-CIP. Develop documentation and reporting to support internal and external audits. Continuously improve IAM processes and tools to maintain resilience against evolving cyber threats. Required Skills: 810+ years of IT experience with at least 5 years in IAM solution design and implementation. Hands-on experience with leading IAM product suites such as CyberArk, SailPoint IIQ/Identity Security Cloud, Azure AD, and IBM ISIM. Deep understanding of IAM protocols including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SAML, and LDAP. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell, and experience with GitHub/GitLab for automation and integration. Experience with cloud-native IAM services including Entra ID, AWS Cognito, AWS Secrets Manager, Azure Key Vault, and SailPoint Identity Security Cloud. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Skills: Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments. Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as SOX and NERC-CIP. Familiarity with IAM governance, audit, and risk mitigation processes. Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific credentials such as CyberArk Sentry/Guardian, Identity Security Engineer/Associate/Engineer, or Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator. Education: Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.