Manager of Identity & Access Management (IAM), Information Technology [R0150521]

About the role

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Manager of Identity & Access Management (IAM), Information Technology.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the university’s identity platforms and services.
• Led a team of IAM engineers/analysts responsible for account lifecycle (joiner/mover/leaver), authentication and single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), access management, directory services, and integrations that enable secure, seamless access to campus systems.
• Accountable for team management and development, service design and continuous improvement, vendor and stakeholder management, and delivery of identity projects that align with institutional strategy.
• Partners closely with Enterprise Applications/PeopleSoft, campus business units (e.g., HR, Registrar), NSHE collaborators, and OIT teams to ensure reliability, security, and usability of identity services.
• Includes budgeting input, capacity and road-map planning, metrics and reporting, incident and change management, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations (e.g., FERPA/GLBA).

  Requirements

  • An earned Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering/operating IAM platforms (enterprise IdP/SSO, directories, MFA, lifecycle automation), with at least 3 years specifically of team leadership (manager or team lead) with responsibility for people management and project delivery.
  • Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment.
  • Experience working in a higher education environment is preferred.
  • Experience coordinating with Enterprise Applications (e.g., PeopleSoft) and NSHE/System partners.
  • Education in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field is preferred.
  • Deep understanding of Identity & Access Management concepts and architectures, digital identity lifecycle, and data security practices.
  • Expert knowledge of IdP/SSO, MFA, and directory services; protocols and standards including SAML, OIDC/OAuth2, SCIM, LDAP, and certificate management.
  • Working knowledge of budgeting, vendor management, and higher-ed governance/compliance (e.g., FERPA/GLBA).
  • Familiarity with ITSM/ITIL and change/problem management.
  • Experience with Okta as primary enterprise IdP (Workforce Identity) including lifecycle, access policies, and modern app integrations; experience with Azure AD/Entra ID.
  • Experience with identity governance & administration (IGA) concepts and access reviews/recertifications.
  • Plan and deliver complex, multi-stakeholder projects; set measurable objectives and KPIs.
  • Lead, coach, and develop staff; foster inclusive, collaborative culture and cross-unit teamwork.
  • Translate between technical and functional audiences; produce clear documentation and operational runbooks.
  • Analyze data to drive process improvement; define and report service and risk metrics.
  • Advanced troubleshooting of identity platforms and integrations; automation/scripting for routine tasks.
  • Road-mapping and migration leadership (e.g., consolidating legacy SSO into Okta, expanding MFA, automating JML workflows).

    Qualifications

    • Minimum Qualifications: Earned Bachelor’s degree, 5 years of experience in IAM platforms, 3 years of team leadership, and relevant experience.
    • Preferred Qualifications: Experience in higher education, coordination with Enterprise Applications, and a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field.
    • Knowledge: Deep understanding of IAM concepts, digital identity lifecycle, and data security practices; expert knowledge of IdP/SSO, MFA, and directory services; protocols and standards; working knowledge of budgeting, vendor management, and higher-ed governance/compliance; familiarity with ITSM/ITIL and change/problem management.
    • Skills: Plan and deliver complex projects, lead and coach staff, translate between technical and functional audiences, analyze data, troubleshoot identity platforms, and automate routine tasks.
    • Abilities: Hire and retain high-performance talent, exercise sound judgment, balance reliability with security and user experience, set priorities and timelines, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
    • Commitment to Campus Values: Respectful, positive work environment, guiding decisions and actions with Campus Values, and demonstrating Rebel spirit.
    • Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Candidates: Use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to apply.

    Benefits

    • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
    • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
    • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
    • No state income tax
    • Tuition discounts at NSHE schools
    • Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
    • Employee recognition and appreciation programs
    • Unlimited access to UNLV athletics tickets
    • Employee purchase program discounts
    • RebelCard discounts on and off campus
    • Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
    • Comprehensive onboarding program
    • Opportunities for career advancement to leadership roles
    • Resources and support for veteran applicants

    How to Apply

    Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

    Special Instructions for Veterans

    If you are a veteran or eligible family member, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about resources and support for veterans at www.unlv.edu/jobs/veterans or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.

    EEO/AA Statement

    The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (i.e., color).