IAM SailPoint Architect || Sunnyvale CA (Hybrid)

IAM SailPoint Architect

Exceptionally strong on SAILPOINT, OCTA , ENTRA ID and Must have worked as Practice leaders for Security IAM Practice

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Location- Onsite – Hybrid 3 Days onsite remain the same Travel- Sunnyvale CA

We are seeking a highly experienced SailPoint Identity Leader to drive enterprise IAM strategy, architecture, and large-scale SailPoint implementations. This role requires hands-on technical depth combined with strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic vision to modernize identity platforms across hybrid and cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will own the end-to-end SailPoint roadmap—from design and implementation to governance, compliance, and future-state transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Architecture

• Define and own the enterprise IAM strategy aligned with business, security, and compliance objectives
• Design scalable SailPoint architectures (IdentityIQ / IdentityNow) for large, complex environments
• Lead IAM modernization initiatives, including cloud, Zero Trust, and identity-centric security models
• Develop multi-year IAM roadmaps, standards, and best practices

SailPoint Design & Implementation

• Lead end-to-end SailPoint implementations (greenfield and brownfield)
• Architect and design:
  • Identity lifecycle management (Joiner-Mover-Leaver)
  • Access request and approval workflows
  • Role-based and attribute-based access control (RBAC / ABAC)
  • Certification campaigns and access reviews
  • Segregation of Duties (SoD) and compliance controls

• Oversee integrations with:
  • Active Directory / Azure AD / Entra ID
  • HR systems (Workday, SAP, Oracle, SuccessFactors, etc.)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
  • Enterprise applications (SAP, Oracle, ServiceNow, Salesforce, custom apps)

Technical Leadership

• Provide hands-on technical guidance for:
  • SailPoint connectors and aggregation
  • Custom rules, workflows, and APIs
  • IdentityNow REST APIs and event-driven integrations

• Review and approve solution designs, code, and configurations
• Lead performance tuning, scalability planning, and high-availability designs

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Drive identity governance programs supporting SOX, SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.
• Establish metrics, KPIs, and dashboards for IAM effectiveness
• Partner with audit, risk, and compliance teams during assessments

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and mentor IAM architects, engineers, and delivery teams
• Act as a trusted advisor to CISOs, security leadership, and business stakeholders
• Manage vendors, system integrators, and SailPoint professional services
• Support pre-sales, RFPs, and executive presentations when required

Required Skills & Experience

Core Requirements

• 15 years of experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM)
• 10 years of hands-on SailPoint experience (IdentityIQ and/or IdentityNow)
• Proven track record of large-scale SailPoint implementations
• Strong experience designing IAM solutions for hybrid and cloud environments

Technical Skills

• SailPoint IdentityIQ / IdentityNow architecture and configuration
• Java, BeanShell, REST APIs, JSON, XML (for customization and integrations)
• Directory services: AD, LDAP, Azure AD / Entra ID
• IAM protocols: SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SCIM
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust and identity-first security

Certifications (Preferred)

• SailPoint Certified IdentityIQ Engineer / Architect
• SailPoint IdentityNow Engineer
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certifications