Graduate Engineer Trainee

Johnson Controls International plc.

About the role

Assist in configuring and managing IAM platforms (e.g., Azure AD, Okta, Saviynt, SailPoint) for user provisioning, access reviews, and Single Sign-On (SSO). Support cybersecurity operations and contribute to identity lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of security controls such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), privileged access management, and policy enforcement.
• Participate in monitoring system logs, analyzing security events, and responding to incidents under supervision.
• Help document IAM processes, prepare reports on access requests, and maintain compliance records.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to troubleshoot access issues and support onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Contribute to automation scripts and workflows for identity lifecycle management (joiner/mover/leaver).
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends, threats, and best practices; participate in team knowledge-sharing sessions.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain practical experience with enterprise IAM tools and protocols (OAuth2, SAML, SCIM, RBAC).
• Develop foundational skills in cybersecurity operations, risk assessment, and incident response.
• Build proficiency in scripting (Python, PowerShell) and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Understand regulatory frameworks (GDPR, PCI, NIST) and their impact on identity management.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a master’s degree (M.Tech/M.Sc) in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Strong academic record (typically above 50% with no active backlogs).
• Familiarity with programming languages (Python, Java, C#) and basic networking concepts.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills

• Prior coursework or project experience in IAM, cybersecurity, or cloud technologies.
• Exposure to scripting, automation, or data analysis tools.
• Certifications (optional): Microsoft, Okta, or other relevant security credentials.