Manager of Identity and Access Management

Job Number: 25-03376

Use your skills where innovative technology solutions begin. ECLARO is looking for a Manager of Identity and Access Management for our client in Minneapolis, MN.

ECLARO’s client is a leading technology solutions provider, collaborating with customers to manage their needs and achieve success in their business goals. If you’re up to the challenge, then take a chance at this rewarding opportunity!

Position Overview:

• Experienced Manager of Identity and Access Management to oversee the systems and process that manage user identities, access rights, and authentication within the organization.
• Reporting to the Director of Cybersecurity, this role will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive Identity Management strategy that ensures compliance with global regulatory standards, managing access controls and preventing unauthorized access across the enterprise.
  
  

Salary: $150000.00 - $185000.00/Year

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive IAM strategy aligned with the organization's goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage the IAM team, providing direction, coaching, and professional development.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate IAM practices into broader cybersecurity and IT strategies.
• IAM Program Management:
• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of IAM systems and solutions, including identity governance, authentication, authorization, and privileged access management.
• Ensure that IAM processes support business needs while maintaining security, compliance, and user experience.
• Develop and maintain IAM policies, standards, and procedures.
• Risk Management and Compliance:
• Identify and mitigate IAM-related risks, ensuring that security controls are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and frameworks, such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and NIST.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of IAM processes and systems.
• Technology and Innovation:
• Evaluate and recommend IAM technologies and tools to enhance security and efficiency.
• Lead initiatives to automate IAM processes, reduce manual interventions, and improve overall system performance.
• Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in IAM and cybersecurity.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with IT, security, HR, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of IAM solutions.
• Communicate IAM strategies, policies, and changes to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on IAM, providing guidance and support for related projects and initiatives.
• Team Leadership and Management:
• Lead, mentor, manage, and staff an IAM team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and promoting a culture of excellence.
• Drive team performance by setting clear goals, providing ongoing feedback, and facilitating professional growth opportunities.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in information security, with experience in a leadership role focusing on IAM.
• Proven experience in managing and implementing IAM solutions in a large and complex organization.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and regulations such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, GDPR, and industry-specific standards (e.g., IEC 62443 for industrial control systems).
• Strong understanding of IAM principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in IAM tools and technologies, such as Entra ID, AD, LDAP, SSO, MFA, PAM, and identity governance platforms.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and team-building skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Accelerator
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, technologies, and systems, with a focus on identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.
  
  

If interested, you may contact:

Tim Cusick

Tim.cusick@eclaro.com

646-755-9317

Tim Cusick | LinkedIn

Equal Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.