IAM Epic Owner/Project Manager

This role is fully remote with potential to convert of extend on a 12 month W2 Contract. The client is in the airline industry and seeking an experienced Epic Owner with deep expertise in Scaled Agile (SAFe) and Identity and Access Management (IAM).
Interviews will be panel style with 2-3 rounds. Some travel will be required for this job, specifically one week once a quarter travel to Dallas, TX for PI Planning sessions.
Top Skills:

1. Must demonstrate strategic level Project/Program management experience, managing all phases mid to large-scale programs, not just delivery management.
2. Methodology: Scaled Agile, SAFe Experience
3. Must have deep Subject Matter Expertise in at least one pillar of Identity and Access Management, such as:
   1. Privileged Access Management (PAM)
   2. Directory services (AD, eDirectory, LDAP)
   3. Workforce/Enterprise IAM
   4. CIAM platforms and patterns

Job Description
Must have a minimum 3 years' experience solving complex problems and driving multiple stakeholders towards implementable solutions; prefer 5 years of experience
Minimum 3 years' experience developing communication strategies for buy-in and acceptance preferred; prefer 5 years of experience
Minimum 3 years working in a cross-functional environment within technology domain; prefer 5 years of experience
2 years or more of experience in Cybersecurity Identity and Access Management domain preferred
Experience and solid knowledge of strategic and financial analysis and issues/risk management and project change requests.
Ability to influence diverse customer groups to align on strategic goals and decisions. (highly desired)
Project/Program management experience, managing all phases mid to large-scale programs, with special emphasis on complex business change required.
Prefer at least 1 year working in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment.
Prefer previous experience working as an Epic Owner within SAFe.
Consulting experience (highly desired)

Additional Skills & Qualifications
1+ years working experience in JIRA as it relates to metrics, dashboards etc. (highly desired)
Prefer 2+ years working experience in a Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool (Jira Align, Clarity, Planview etc.)
Built and maintained product roadmaps (highly desired)
Built and maintained communication strategy for diverse user group (highly desired)
Must have the ability to assume a high-level responsibility and to provide direction in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment
Ability to quickly ramp up when placed in new areas business (proactively engage all levels the organization to expand functional understanding.
Proficiency in Agile methodologies, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Own IAM Epics from idea inception through MVP definition, implementation, and value realization in alignment with SAFe LPM and ART execution.
Partner with Business Owners, Architects, Cybersecurity Leaders, and Product Management to define Epic hypotheses, success metrics, and WSJF prioritization.
Decompose Epics into Features and Enablers, ensuring clarity, sequencing, and alignment to ART roadmaps.
Drive PI Planning readiness, clarify dependencies, and support teams during execution.
Track and communicate Epic progress, risks, and outcomes via Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) forums.
-Strong hands-on knowledge of at least one of the following:
o Privileged Access Management (PAM)
o Directory services (AD, eDirectory, LDAP)
o Workforce/Enterprise IAM
o CIAM platforms and patterns
- Lead Epics across the following IAM domains:
o Privileged Access Management (PAM): Vaulting, session management, least privilege, service accounts, privileged lifecycle automation.
o Directory Services - Active Directory, eDirectory, LDAP, directory modernization and integrations.
o Enterprise IAM (Workforce IAM): Authentication, Authorization, SSO, MFA, RBAC/ABAC, lifecycle provisioning.
o Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM): customer authentication, identity federation

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
Fortune 100 company with possibility to go FTE and receive full-time Benefits. Collaborative culture and cohesive work environment.

Work Environment
Supports Privileged Access & Directory Services area that has 2 Pods. Time to time backup IGA, EAM and CIAM areas as well.
Works closely with Lean Portfolio Management team that has Epic Owners and Project Managers

Business Drivers/Customer Impact
Translate business priorities and cybersecurity risk drivers into SAFe Epics and Lean Business Cases aligned to enterprise strategy.
Own and drive end-to-end delivery of strategic Epics, advising on prioritization and continued investment.
Partner across business, technology, and security stakeholders, influencing without authority to align requirements and outcomes.
Communicate Epic intent, progress, and value clearly to Domain Leaders, Directors, Executive, SVP, and C-suite leadership.
Lead cross-functional teams, vendors, and partners to deliver outcomes on time and within scope.
Drive decision-making, resolve dependencies, and maintain alignment across workstreams.
Proactively manage Epic health, risks, and dependencies, ensuring transparency and course correction.
Build strong alliances across the enterprise to accelerate delivery and adoption.
Apply deep understanding of functional capabilities, industry practices, and business impact (revenue, cost, and risk).
Rapidly develop domain expertise in evolving cybersecurity and IAM areas.
Provide thought leadership on technology choices and contribute to the Cybersecurity Portfolio strategy.

Why is the position open
We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Epic Owner to lead the strategy, definition, and delivery of enterprise Identity & Access Management (IAM) capabilities within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.