What are the responsibilities and job description for the IAM Engineer / IAM Architect position at Diligent Tec Inc?
Job Title : IAM Engineer / IAM Architect
Location : Texas (Onsite / Hybrid / Remote – Based on Client Requirement)
Job Type : Contract / Full-time
Job Description :
We are seeking an experienced IAM (Identity & Access Management) Engineer / Architect to design, implement, and manage enterprise identity solutions. The ideal candidate should have expertise in IAM frameworks, authentication protocols, SSO, MFA, and cloud identity solutions (AWS, Azure AD, Okta, Ping Identity, etc.).
Responsibilities :
Design and implement IAM solutions for enterprise security, access controls, and compliance.
Configure and manage SSO (Single Sign-On), MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication), and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
Work with IAM platforms like Okta, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, CyberArk, SailPoint, or Azure AD.
Implement identity federation using SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and LDAP.
Develop automation for user provisioning, deprovisioning, and lifecycle management.
Ensure compliance with security policies, HIPAA, NIST, SOC2, and other regulatory standards.
Monitor and optimize IAM systems for performance, security, and scalability.
Work with Cloud IAM (AWS IAM, Azure AD, Google Cloud IAM) for identity governance.
Troubleshoot authentication, authorization, and access issues.
Required Skills & Experience :
5 years of experience in IAM engineering or architecture.
Hands-on experience with IAM platforms (Okta, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, SailPoint, CyberArk, or similar tools).
Strong knowledge of SSO, MFA, RBAC, and identity federation protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP, Kerberos).
Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.
Expertise in Cloud IAM (AWS IAM, Azure AD, GCP IAM).
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation.
Experience with IAM integrations in enterprise environments (SAP, ServiceNow, Workday, etc.).
Knowledge of Zero Trust Security principles.
Preferred Skills :
Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, ELK, QRadar) for IAM monitoring.
Understanding of Identity Governance and Administration (IGA).
Knowledge of CI / CD pipelines and DevSecOps integration.
Prior experience in financial, healthcare, or government IAM implementations.
Education & Certifications :
Bachelor's / Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
Preferred : CISSP, CISM, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Okta Certified Consultant.
Work Authorization :
Open to US Citizens, Green Card Holders, H1B, L2 EAD, TN, OPT, and CPT candidates.
