Senior Manager, IAM | Fort Worth, TX (Remote)
About the role
The Senior IAM Manager will lead the transformation of our Identity and Access Management (IAM) operations from a legacy and manual framework to a modernized, automated system. This role ensures IAM supports the business effectively, focusing on security, compliance, and efficient request fulfillment.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement an IAM strategy aligned with organizational objectives and modernization efforts.
Oversee the transition to automated IAM processes using Identity Governance & Administration tools, reducing manual workloads and improving response times.
Monitor IAM solutions to ensure they are effective and adjust strategies as needed to comply with privacy frameworks like EU GDPR, CPRA, and PIPL.
Supervise the processing of access requests, the provisioning and deprovisioning of accounts, and regular auditing of access controls to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
Enhance user authentication and authorization processes by continuously evaluating and improving methods for multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, and adaptive authentication to enhance security without compromising user convenience.
Report on IAM metrics and performance, providing regular reports to senior management on the status and effectiveness of IAM initiatives, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.
Guide IAM technology upgrades and migrations, leading projects to upgrade existing IAM solutions or migrate to new platforms, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Manage Privileged Access Management (PAM) Platform: Oversee the operation and maintenance of the platform, ensuring robust security controls are in place. Lead enhancements to better align with industry best practices and business needs.
Promote the Principle of Least Privilege: Enforce the least privilege principle across all access controls, ensuring users have the minimum level of access required to perform their job functions.
Reduce over-privileged accounts through continuous monitoring and real-time adjustments.
Ability to lead by example in the responsible use of AI and Large Language Models, applying them to enhance team efficiency, modernize IAM processes, and support data-driven business decisions.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree in any field preferred.
At least 8 years of experience in IAM roles required, with a preference for those who have used and managed Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) tools.
Minimum 5 years in a management or leadership role within IAM required.
Qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of IAM frameworks and best practices.
- Experience with implementing or managing IGA tools and technologies.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar are a plus.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to perceive and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids.
- Detect and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; converse in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package including two CDHP plans and a PPO plan for medical/pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability coverages, and paid parental leave.
- HSA and FSA offerings are available depending on type of medical plan selected.
- Tuition reimbursement plan, vacation, fixed and floating holidays, PTO or sick time, bereavement, jury duty, and an employee assistance plan.