IT Security Product Manager C2C Onsite in Fairfax, VA

Title:

IT Security Product Manager

Location:

Onsite in Fairfax, VA

Note:

Candidates must reside within a one-hour driving radius of Fairfax, VA

• Product Strategy & Vision
  • Develop and maintain a strategic roadmap for IAM services including single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), role-based access control (RBAC), and identity lifecycle management.
  • Align IAM initiatives with institutional goals, compliance requirements, and user experience standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with academic departments, HR, student services, and IT teams to understand identity and access needs.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for IAM-related projects and service enhancements.
• Service Delivery & Optimization
  • Oversee the implementation and operation of IAM platforms and tools (e.g., Azure AD, Okta, SailPoint).
  • Monitor service performance, user adoption, and incident trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure IAM services comply with university policies, FERPA, HIPAA, and other regulatory standards.
  • Support audits, risk assessments, and policy development related to identity and access.
• Project & Vendor Management
  • Lead IAM-related projects including upgrades, integrations, and migrations.
  • Manage vendor relationships and evaluate new technologies to enhance IAM capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in IAM, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT product management.
• Strong understanding of identity lifecycle, authentication protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth, LDAP), and access control models.
• Experience with IAM platforms such as Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity, or similar.
• PMP Certification.
• Certifications include CISSP, CISM, CIAM, Microsoft SC-300, Okta Certified Professional, or similar credentials demonstrating expertise in IAM and cybersecurity governance.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.

• Experience in higher education or public sector IT environments.
• Familiarity with governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Knowledge of directory services, federation, and identity provisioning tools.
• Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design in IAM systems.