SENIOR IAM ARCHITECT, IS&T Information Security

Job Description

About the Role:

The Senior IAM Architect plays a key role in designing and implementing secure, scalable identity and access management solutions that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. This role contributes to the development of IAM standards, policies, and procedures, ensuring that solutions follow industry best practices and support enterprise security goals.

The position will have deep expertise in IAM technologies, strong analytical and communication skills, and a hands-on approach to solution delivery. While not directly managing a team, the Senior IAM Architect will provide technical leadership, collaborate across departments, and mentor junior team members to support the successful execution of IAM initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions that meet our requirements and ensure the security and integrity of our systems and data.
• Develop IAM architecture standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.
• Lead the creation of IAM roadmaps and strategic initiatives aligned with business and security goals.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate IAM with enterprise systems and applications.
• Conduct security assessments and risk analyses to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with industry trends, latest technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required and a Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in IAM architecture and design, including cloud-based environments.
• Expertise in IAM technologies such as SailPoint, Radiant Logic, Active Directory, Entra ID, CyberArk, or similar platforms.
• Background in identity governance, access management, and privileged access management (PAM).
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust principles.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or vendor-specific IAM certifications.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with DevOps and automation in IAM processes.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
• Hands-on experience with federation protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
• Boston University offers an excellent benefits package including:
• Time Off: In addition to PTO and leave policy, BU employees have a paid intersession break and about 13 paid holidays.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 2 years of eligible service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program for yourself and family members.
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• Boston University IS&T invests in our staff and their personal and professional growth.
• We promote staff learning including lunch and learn sessions, an extensive library of online courses, Fun Advisory Board (FAB) arranges a number of events throughout the year and opportunities to engage with peers at NERCOMP and EDUCAUSE events.
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