Sr. IAM Administrator; IT@JH Enterprise Messaging and Directory
Listed on 2026-01-06
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Administrator
IT@JH Enterprise Directory and Messaging is seeking a Sr. IAM Administrator
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The Sr. Identity and Access Management (IAM) Administrator is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IAM services for the University. Serves as the Lead Administrator and provides technical expertise in identity and user account management, including troubleshooting and operational support of university-managed directory stores. Supports the university’s two-factor authentication and privileged account management solutions.
The Sr. Identity and Access Management (IAM) Administrator is responsible for ensuring efficient, seamless, and secure access to business resources. This position is ideal for individuals with extensive experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) who are looking to advance their careers. The Sr. IAM Administrator oversees the day-to-day operations and management of IAM on-premises and cloud-based systems, ensuring secure access to institutional resources.
This role involves leading IAM initiatives, maintaining, patching, securing, evaluating, improving, and optimizing the institution’s IAM applications. Key responsibilities include managing digital identities for humans, workloads, and service accounts, as well as the use of digital certificates to enhance security.
The Sr. IAM Administrator supports the IAM Engineers in evaluating, improving, and optimizing the University’s IAM security posture. This role requires effective communication with technology teams, data owners, and application owners to implement on-premises and cloud-based IAM solutions. The Sr. IAM Administrator plays a critical role in maintaining the security and efficiency of IAM systems, contributing to the overall security strategy of the institution.
Additionally, the Sr. IAM Administrator is involved in the administration of user accounts, permissions, and access controls, ensuring that authorized users have the right access to company systems, data, and applications. This position demands a high level of independent decision-making and leadership in IAM practices. Furthermore, the Senior IAM Administrator will mentor and guide IAM Administrators and IAM Analyst, fostering their development and ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Oversee digital identities for humans, workloads, and service accounts, ensuring accurate and secure identity lifecycle management.
- Lead the deployment and maintenance of IAM solutions for both on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure authorized access, while maintaining strict adherence to security policies.
- Utilize digital certificates and manage Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) to enhance security measures and protect sensitive information.
- Work closely with technology teams, data owners, and application owners to design, develop, and implement effective IAM solutions.
- Continuously assess and improve the institution’s IAM security posture, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing corrective actions.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments of IAM systems to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provide advanced-level support for IAM-related issues, resolving complex problems and ensuring minimal disruption to services.
- Stay updated with the latest IAM technologies and trends, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance security and efficiency.
- Implement, configure, administer, and maintain IAM tools according to best practices, ensuring they are up-to-date and functioning optimally.
- Ensure users are authenticated and authorized based on job responsibilities, implementing role-based access controls where appropriate.
- Define and enforce access control policies, ensuring they align with organizational goals and regulatory…
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