IAM Engineer

Job Title:

IAM Engineer

Location:

100% Remote

Experience Level: Expert Level

* Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. on W2

We are seeking a highly skilled Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist to join our team. The IAM Specialist will be responsible for managing and maintaining user identities, access controls, and security protocols across both on-premises and cloud environments. This role involves automating user account processes, ensuring seamless integration between systems, and implementing robust security measures to protect organizational resources.

• 7+ years of experience in IAM or related roles.
• Expertise in Active Directory, Entra , Entra Connect, SSO, and Azure Enterprise Apps.
• Strong knowledge of RBAC and identity lifecycle management.
• Proficiency in automation and scripting (e.g., Power Shell, Python).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

• User Account Automation:
  
  Develop and implement automation scripts to streamline the creation and modification of user accounts, ensuring efficiency and consistency.
• Active Directory Administration:
  
  Oversee the administration and maintenance of Active Directory, providing authentication and authorization for users and computers within the Windows domain network.
• Entra :
  
  Utilize Microsoft's cloud-based identity and access management service to securely manage user identities and access to resources.
• Directory Synchronization:
  
  Ensure seamless integration and consistent identity management across environments by synchronizing on-premises directories with Entra .
• User Attributes Configuration:
  
  Configure and manage various properties associated with user accounts, such as names, email addresses, and roles, to ensure accurate and comprehensive user profiles.
• Single Sign-On (SSO) Implementation:
  
  Implement SSO solutions to allow users to access multiple applications with one set of credentials.
• Enterprise Application Integration:
  
  Manage and integrate applications within the enterprise environment to ensure they work seamlessly with identity and access management systems.
• Power Shell Scripting:
  
  Utilize Power Shell scripting to automate tasks related to user management and Active Directory.
• Identity Governance:
  
  Develop and enforce policies and procedures to manage identities and access, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
• Security Protocols Implementation:
  
  Understand and implement security protocols such as OAuth, SAML, and OpenID Connect to secure user authentication and access.
• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA):
  
  Set up and manage MFA to enhance security by requiring multiple forms of verification.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC):
  
  Design and manage RBAC policies to control access based on user roles.
• Troubleshooting and Support:
  
  Diagnose and resolve issues related to user access and identity management, providing timely support to users.
• Compliance and Auditing:
  
  Ensure compliance with regulations and perform audits on identity and access management systems to maintain security and integrity.
• Mergers and Acquisitions:
  Assess source environments to identify existing configurations, evaluate security protocols and user management practices, and develop and execute integration plans ensuring seamless access and continuity in operations.
• Corporate Zero Trust:
  Work with the Cybersecurity Team to develop and implement corporate zero trust policies and programs in compliance with corporate standards.

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job…