Lead Identity Access Management (IAM) Engineer/Architect
FINRA · Rockville, MD · 3 wk ago
HybridEngineering$111k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Architectural Leadership & Design
- Lead enterprise IAM initiatives from planning through implementation
- Design and develop custom Java-based solutions within SailPoint IdentityIQ
- Lead the architecture of robust, scalable IAM solutions across hybrid environments
- Collaborate on system architecture decisions and integration patterns
- Design role modeling and certification campaigns
- Engineering Excellence & Quality
- Write and modify Java code within SailPoint for custom business logic
- Develop custom connectors and perform connector customization
- Configure and optimize workflow configuration
- Lead implementation of comprehensive testing strategies for IAM solutions
- Troubleshoot complex identity issues across hybrid environments
- Strong SailPoint IdentityIQ administration/development and hands-on Java programming experience
- DevOps & Infrastructure
- Build and maintain AWS/Azure cloud access automation using Python/PowerShell
- Implement AWS IAM with hands-on policy creation and automation
- Manage complex access provisioning/deprovisioning workflows
- Integrate Active Directory/Azure AD administration and integration
- Create and maintain technical documentation for audit purposes
- Mentorship & Cultural Leadership
- Mentor junior engineers on SailPoint development, IAM architecture, and security best practices
- Coach and train colleagues in best practices for IAM development
- Lead cross-functional teams on IAM transformation projects
- Champion collaborative resolution of complex identity issues
- Provide feedback on processes and recommend improvements
- Product & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with security and compliance teams on governance frameworks
- Communicate complex IAM concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Openly share progress and priorities with key stakeholders
- Lead projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Work under pressure and coordinate across multiple teams simultaneously
- Security & Compliance
- Ensure all work products meet enterprise security standards
- Lead secure coding practices for IAM components
- Create and maintain technical documentation for audit purposes
- Design solutions supporting governance and compliance requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline with at least seven (7) years of related experience, or equivalent training and/or work experience
- Master’s degree and past Financial Services industry experience preferred
- In-depth knowledge of more than one communications protocol
- Experience managing several Cyber Security tools, including: Configuration Assessment, Log Aggregation, Integrity Verification, Web Application Security Testing, Network Access Control System, Network Intrusion prevention systems, and Endpoint Security Solutions
- Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships that improved the quality of work products
- Well organized, thorough, and able to handle competing priorities
- Ability to maintain focus and develop proficiency in new skills rapidly
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Excellent planning skills
- Willingness to accept new challenges and grasp new or changing concepts, technologies and procedures
- In-depth knowledge across all areas of Information Security