Senior Identity & Access Management Engineer

Expert LevelSenior Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer

Location / Work Type

• 100% Onsite
• Overland Park, KS or Cary, NC

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING:
*Open to candidates willing to relocate if not already local to these locations* Onsite is non-negotiable
*This role is direct W-2 employment only; no C2C or third-party arrangements are permitted*

Role Overview

The Senior Identity & Access Management Engineer will lead the development, implementation, and governance of enterprise IAM platforms and controls while ensuring operational teams are enabled with clear processes and best practices. This role works closely with IT, security, and business partners to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant identity solutions aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

IAM Strategy & Architecture

• Define and evolve the enterprise identity and access management strategy aligned to business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure IAM strategy balances security, scalability, usability, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging IAM technologies and industry best practices.

Platform Design & Implementation

• Design and implement IAM platforms and solutions to support enterprise identity strategy.
• Integrate IAM solutions with existing applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments.
• Monitor platform performance and effectiveness, driving continuous improvement.

Controls, Governance & Compliance

• Establish and enforce IAM controls to protect sensitive information and meet regulatory requirements.
• Develop policies and procedures for identity lifecycle management, including provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

Operational Enablement & Support

• Provide guidance, training, and support to operations teams on IAM processes and best practices.
• Partner with IT and security teams to troubleshoot and resolve identity-related incidents.
• Create and maintain clear documentation, standards, and operating procedures for IAM processes.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in identity and access management or a related security discipline.
• Proven experience implementing IAM platforms in large, complex environments.
• Hands-on experience with IAM technologies such as Active Directory, LDAP, SAML, OAuth, and related protocols.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred / Additional Qualifications

• Experience defining and executing enterprise IAM strategies.
• Strong background in identity lifecycle management and access governance.
• Experience conducting IAM audits, assessments, and remediation initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into practical technical and operational solutions.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CIAM, or equivalent are a plus.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cary, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $68.96 - $72.00/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 onsite position in Cary,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.