Job offer: Senior Systems Administrator Identity Access Management

Role Overview:

The Senior Systems Administrator/Engineer - Identity Access Management (IAM) will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust IAM solutions to protect the organization's critical systems and data. This role requires a strong technical background in IAM frameworks, a strategic approach to solution design, and the ability to collaborate across teams to meet security and compliance goals.

Key Responsibilities:

IAM Solution Design and Implementation:

• Lead and coordinate IAM projects, including developing project plans, allocating resources, and managing timelines.
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable IAM solutions aligned with organizational security needs.
• Develop and enforce access control policies to ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Identity Lifecycle Management:

• Manage the full lifecycle of user identities, including provisioning, de-provisioning, and role-based access control.
• Develop and maintain automated workflows for identity and access requests.
• Provision onboarding/offboarding requests and implement new user setups using Active Directory and other platforms.
• Oversee technical configurations of IAM tools like Okta, Azure AD, and Varonis.
• Create and optimize onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Develop and enforce policies, standards, and procedures related to IAM.
• Generate IAM metrics and reports for upper management.

Authentication and Authorization:

• Configure and manage mechanisms such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and adaptive authentication.
• Define and enforce least-privilege authorization policies.

Integration and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IAM solutions with IT and security systems.
• Work closely with application developers for seamless integration of IAM controls.
• Gather system and application requirements for integration.

Security Compliance and Auditing:

• Conduct regular access reviews and audits for compliance with security policies and regulations.
• Provide documentation and reports for internal and external IAM audits.
• Manage remediation plans for IAM gaps identified in audits.
• Develop enterprise-wide IAM standards to meet security and business needs.

Incident Response and Troubleshooting:

• Manage operational IAM activities and address escalations.
• Participate in incident response and troubleshooting for IAM-related issues.
• Support the installation, integration, deployment, and troubleshooting of IAM products and services.

Emerging Technology Evaluation:

• Stay updated on IAM trends and emerging technologies.
• Recommend and evaluate new tools to enhance IAM capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Proven expertise with Microsoft IAM technologies, including Azure AD, AD FS, and MFA.
• Strong understanding of identity protocols such as SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automating IAM tasks.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Certifications in Microsoft technologies (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Security Engineer).
• Experience with hybrid identity environments and Azure AD Connect.
• Familiarity with cloud security principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform under pressure.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• [Include additional benefits, such as HMO coverage, government-mandated benefits, allowances, and opportunities for professional growth.]