We are seeking an experienced Lead IAM Security Engineer with deep expertise in Saviynt Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) to help mature and modernize a large enterprise IAM program.
This is an engineering-focused role designed for professionals who build, improve, and transform IAM capabilities—not individuals primarily performing day-to-day administration or ticket-based support.
The ideal candidate will drive IAM strategy, automation, governance, and program maturity while partnering with internal stakeholders and third-party service providers.
Success in this role is measured by innovation, problem solving, process improvement, and the ability to deliver long-term IAM solutions that strengthen security, compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Challenge the status quo and continuously seek improvements.
- Identify security gaps and opportunities for modernization.
- Drive IAM program maturity through engineering and automation.
- Develop strategic roadmaps and execution plans.
- Improve governance, compliance, and audit readiness.
- Build scalable IAM capabilities rather than perform routine operational tasks.
- Possess an engineering and solution-oriented mindset.
Candidates with fewer years of experience but demonstrated success implementing or transforming IAM programs may be considered over individuals with extensive administrative experience.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the enterprise Identity & Access Management (IAM) roadmap aligned with business and security objectives.
- Design and implement Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) solutions using Saviynt.
- Design, implement, and maintain Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) models and least-privilege access strategies.
- Develop identity lifecycle workflows for user onboarding, transfers, and offboarding.
- Build and maintain certification campaigns, access reviews, compliance reporting, and governance processes.
- Design and enhance authentication, authorization, Single Sign-On (SSO), and access control solutions.
- Integrate enterprise applications, directories, and identity providers into the IAM platform.
- Develop custom workflows, scripts, connectors, and automation to improve IAM operations.
- Monitor and respond to IAM-related security incidents and unauthorized access events.
- Serve as a subject matter expert during audits and regulatory assessments involving IAM, SOX, PII, and related compliance requirements.
- Partner closely with Cyber Security, Human Resources, business units, and technology teams to deliver secure and scalable IAM solutions.
- Identify opportunities to improve automation, governance, and operational efficiency across the IAM environment.
Required Qualifications
- Approximately 5+ years of Identity & Access Management experience (strong candidates with exceptional accomplishments may also be considered).
- Hands-on experience with Saviynt Identity Governance & Administration (IGA).
- Strong understanding of:
- Identity lifecycle management
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Least privilege principles
- Access certifications
- Identity governance
- Workflow development
- Experience designing and implementing IAM workflows for onboarding, offboarding, and user lifecycle management.
- Experience developing custom scripts, connectors, or integrations for IAM platforms.
- Strong understanding of enterprise authorization models and organizational security structures.
- Experience integrating IAM solutions with enterprise applications, directories, and business systems.
- Experience securing enterprise reporting platforms and user privileges.
- Knowledge of SAP security concepts, including:
- SAP authorization concepts
- Portal security
- Single Sign-On
- Directory Services
- Internet Transaction Server (ITS)
- Web services security
- Experience with Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Segregation of Duties (SoD), and access controls.
- Experience supporting compliance initiatives including:
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders.
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