What are the responsibilities and job description for the IAM Architect position at Tech One IT?
Job Title : IAM Architect
Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite
Job Type: Contract or Full Time
Job Description:
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced IAM Architect to design, implement, and manage enterprise Identity and Access Management solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing secure authentication, authorization, and identity governance frameworks that align with organizational security and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement IAM architecture, strategy, and roadmap.
Develop and maintain authentication and authorization solutions including SSO, MFA, RBAC, and federation.
Integrate IAM solutions with cloud platforms, enterprise applications, and third-party services.
Lead IAM-related security assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives.
Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, application, and business teams to define access control requirements.
Implement identity governance and lifecycle management processes.
Troubleshoot IAM issues and provide technical guidance to support teams.
Ensure adherence to security best practices, policies, and regulatory standards.
Evaluate emerging IAM technologies and recommend improvements.
Create architecture documentation, technical standards, and operational procedures.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
5 years of experience in Identity and Access Management or cybersecurity architecture roles.
Strong knowledge of IAM technologies such as Okta, SailPoint, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), or CyberArk.
Experience with SSO, OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect, LDAP, and MFA technologies.
Understanding of Zero Trust security principles.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Knowledge of compliance standards such as ISO 27001, SOX, HIPAA, or GDPR.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
IAM or security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific IAM certifications.
Experience in large enterprise environments.
Knowledge of DevSecOps and automation practices.