Senior Systems Engineer - IAM

About the Role

Berkley Technology Services (BTS) is seeking a dynamic Sr Systems Engineer with a strong background in Identity and Access Management (IAM) technologies. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in planning, architecture, and execution of IAM systems, serving as a liaison between the organization and key vendors. This role requires a proactive approach to problem resolution, project leadership, and mentoring technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Systems Planning and Implementation: Actively participate in the planning and implementation of IAM systems, infrastructure, and related hardware and software.
• Programming/Scripting: Perform system-level programming/scripting using Okta Expression Language (EL) and PowerShell.
• System Management: Handle configuration, integration, maintenance, performance management, security management, failure analysis, recovery, and user support.
• IAM Technology Deployment: Lead deployment projects for technologies like Okta, Auth0, and Microsoft Entra ID, ensuring compliance with security standards.
• API Management: Build, analyze, operate, and scale API management solutions to protect data and applications.
• Security Standards: Implement MFA, RBAC, fine-grained authorization, passwordless authentication, and B2B/B2C scenarios.
• Emerging Technologies: Research new IAM products, services, protocols, and standards.
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): Develop and implement GRC strategies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Vendor Liaison: Serve as a liaison to vendors like Okta, Auth0, and Microsoft for problem resolution.
• Project Leadership: Lead projects in collaboration with project managers, account managers, and customer teams.
• Mentorship: Mentor technical staff on IAM technologies and best practices.
• Policy Development: Develop and oversee policies for system provisioning and maintenance.
• Account Management: Manage end-user accounts, permissions, and access rights in compliance with regulations.
• ITIL Standards: Adhere to ITIL standards for incident, request, and change management.
• Documentation: Document problems, resolutions, platform configurations, and standards.
• Communication: Maintain excellent communication across functional technical areas.
• On-Call Rotation: Participate in the on-call rotation as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of IAM design, administration, and support experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with Okta, Auth0, and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Ability to design IAM solutions aligned with Zero Trust, identity governance, and adaptive authentication.
• Strong understanding of SSO, SAML, OAuth/OIDC, MFA, RBAC, and fine-grained authorization.
• Experience in API management and data protection.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (Node.js preferred) and web security fundamentals.
• Knowledge of security frameworks like OWASP and NIST.
• Proficiency in scripting with Okta Expression Language (EL) and PowerShell.
• Experience with GRC strategies and risk assessments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Ansible, GitHub, Terraform, and Jenkins.
• Experience in hybrid multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS).
• Ability to work irregular hours and participate in on-call rotation.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• Relevant certifications (Okta Certified Professional, CISSP, Microsoft SC-300) highly preferred.

Pay

Base Salary Range: $107,000-$198,000

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plans

Sponsorship: Not offered for this role.