IAM Technical Architect

We are looking for an experienced IAM Architect with advanced expertise in Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Governance and Administration (IGA). This role demands hands-on technical skills and strategic vision to design and implement secure, scalable identity and access management solutions.

Position Title: Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect
Location: India (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-time

Core Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
Architect IAM solutions for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
Develop strategies for implementing Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions that align with organizational security policies.
Drive the end-to-end implementation of IAM tools, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.

Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Deploy, configure, and manage PAM platforms (e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Thycotic).
Implement just-in-time (JIT) access and session recording for privileged accounts.
Automate credential rotation, secrets management, and access audits for privileged users.
Monitor privileged accounts for suspicious activities and enforce least privilege principles.

Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
Implement IGA platforms (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt, or similar) to automate identity lifecycle management, access provisioning, and de-provisioning.
Define and manage roles, entitlements, and policies for access control.
Establish workflows for access certifications, policy enforcement, and segregation of duties (SoD).

Integration and Automation
Integrate IAM solutions with Active Directory, LDAP, enterprise applications, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Develop APIs and scripts for automating identity management processes and data synchronization.
Implement SSO, MFA, and passwordless authentication solutions.

Security and Compliance
Ensure IAM solutions adhere to compliance standards like GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
Perform periodic reviews and audits of user access rights and privileged accounts.
Collaborate with security teams to mitigate IAM-related vulnerabilities and respond to incidents.

Collaboration and Documentation
Partner with IT and business stakeholders to define IAM policies and workflows.
Document IAM architecture, processes, and configurations for operational and audit purposes.
Provide training and mentorship to technical teams on IAM best practices.

Required Skills and Qualifications
Technical Expertise:
Deep understanding of IAM frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
Advanced experience with PAM platforms (e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust).
Hands-on expertise with IGA tools (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt).
Proficiency in authentication and authorization protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect).
Knowledge of cloud IAM (AWS IAM, Azure AD, Google Cloud IAM).

Experience:
Minimum 8+ years in IAM roles, with 3+ years as an architect focusing on PAM and IGA.
Proven success in deploying large-scale IAM solutions in complex environments.