What are the responsibilities and job description for the Identity Access Management Analyst position at Targa Resources?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst II supports the day-to-day operation and improvement of identity and access management processes across the organization. This role is responsible for administering user access, supporting identity lifecycle activities, and assisting with access governance and compliance efforts.
The IAM Analyst II works under established standards and procedures, partnering with IT, Security, and Service Desk teams to help protect systems and data from unauthorized access. This role is intended for a mid-level IAM professional with hands-on experience in operational IAM activities and exposure to platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, and Active Directory.
JOB DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.
The Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst II supports the day-to-day operation and improvement of identity and access management processes across the organization. This role is responsible for administering user access, supporting identity lifecycle activities, and assisting with access governance and compliance efforts.
The IAM Analyst II works under established standards and procedures, partnering with IT, Security, and Service Desk teams to help protect systems and data from unauthorized access. This role is intended for a mid-level IAM professional with hands-on experience in operational IAM activities and exposure to platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, and Active Directory.
JOB DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Access Provisioning and De-provisioning:
- Administer user access requests, approvals, and provisioning activities across supported systems and applications
- Ensure access is granted accurately and timely based on job role, business need, and least-privilege principles
- Execute de-provisioning activities promptly for employee terminations, transfers, and role changes
- Identity Lifecycle Management:
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's user identity lifecycle.
- Support identity lifecycle processes including user creation, modification, and removal
- Maintain accurate identity and access records across IAM systems
- Participate in periodic access reviews and certification activities to support compliance requirements
- Access Governance and Compliance:
- Assist with access reporting, reviews, and audit requests
- Support compliance with internal security policies and applicable regulatory requirements
- Identify and escalate access risks, inconsistencies, or policy exceptions as needed
- Incident Response and Troubleshooting:
- Investigate and resolve access-related incidents, anomalies, or security breaches.
- Provide support for access-related issues, working closely with IT support and helpdesk teams.
- Implement corrective measures to prevent the recurrence of identified security issues.
- IAM Tools and Process Support
- Support the ongoing operation and enhancement of IAM tools and platforms
- Assist with IAM integrations and configuration changes under guidance from senior staff
- Stay current on IAM best practices, tools, and security trends
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Hands-on experience supporting IAM processes or related IT/security functions
- Working knowledge of IAM concepts including provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews
- Familiarity with directory services such as Active Directory and/or Microsoft Entra ID
- Basic to intermediate experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell)
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
- Regular and reliable attendance
- Experience supporting IAM platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, SailPoint, or similar solutions
- Exposure to access governance, audits, or compliance activities
- Security certifications such as Security , SC-300, or Okta certifications
- Experience working in regulated or enterprise IT environments
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.