IAM Application Lead

Location: 1 Hamilton Place, Hamilton, NJ 08690 | Shift: Day | Pay Range: $133,924 – $189,167 per year

About the role

The Lead of Identity and Access Management (IAM) is responsible for leading the execution and continuous improvement of the organization’s IAM program, ensuring secure and efficient management of user identities and access across enterprise systems. This role oversees identity lifecycle processes, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and role-based access control, while serving as a functional lead for IAM technologies such as single sign-on (SSO), multifactor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management. The Lead partners closely with IT, HR, application owners, and security teams to establish effective access models, enforce least privilege, and reduce risk associated with inappropriate or excessive access. In addition to operational leadership, the role plays a key part in advancing IAM governance and compliance by supporting access reviews, audit activities, and policy development. The Lead analyzes access-related risks, drives remediation efforts, and contributes to IAM modernization initiatives such as automation, system integrations, and role design. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential to guide team members, engage stakeholders, and clearly report on IAM performance, risks, and priorities. This position balances hands-on technical involvement with program coordination to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture and access governance maturity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day execution of the Identity and Access Management program by overseeing access provisioning, deprovisioning, role-based access controls, and identity lifecycle processes across enterprise systems and applications
• Coordinate and prioritize IAM operational activities including user access requests, approvals, escalations, troubleshooting, and service delivery to ensure timely and accurate support for the organization
• Serve as a functional lead for IAM technologies and processes including directory services, single sign-on (SSO), multifactor authentication (MFA), privileged access controls, and identity governance workflows
• Monitor and improve joiner, mover, and leaver processes to strengthen access accuracy, reduce risk, and ensure user access changes are completed in alignment with organizational requirements
• Partner with application owners, infrastructure teams, HR, and security teams to establish and maintain appropriate access models, entitlement structures, and segregation of duties controls
• Support access reviews, certifications, and audit activities by coordinating evidence collection, validating access control effectiveness, addressing findings, and maintaining audit-ready documentation
• Develop, maintain, and enhance IAM policies, procedures, standards, and supporting documentation to promote consistent, secure, and compliant identity management practices
• Analyze IAM-related risks, incidents, and trends and recommend improvements to strengthen access governance, reduce inappropriate access, and enhance overall security posture
• Lead or support IAM-related projects and initiatives such as application onboarding, role design, automation efforts, and process improvements to mature the IAM program
• Provide guidance and mentorship to IAM analysts and junior team members by supporting task prioritization, knowledge sharing, quality review, and consistent execution of team responsibilities
• Communicate IAM issues, risks, and performance metrics to leadership and stakeholders through clear reporting, dashboards, and status updates, while helping drive accountability for remediation and continuous improvement
• May perform other duties as assigned or directed by management

Requirements

• Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field preferred, or equivalent experience)
• Certification in specified application as applicable; expected to maintain certification
• 3+ years of technical experience in IAM systems such as Epic Security, SailPoint, Okta, Imprivata, and/or CyberArk
• Advanced knowledge of Role-Based Access Control, Privileged Access Management, and Identity and Access Management
• Experience with Active Directory and Azure administration

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant IAM experience (preferred)
• Epic Security, SailPoint, Okta, Imprivata, and/or CyberArk experience (preferred)
• Cyber security risk management experience (preferred)
• Understanding of authentication and authorization technologies
• Experience with SailPoint, Okta, Imprivata
• Analytical and critical thinking skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn new systems
• Strong organizational skills
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Effective listening skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement

Benefits

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon

Pay

Annual salary range: $133,924 – $189,167. The compensation offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Schedule

Day shift, full-time salaried position.