What are the responsibilities and job description for the IAM Manager position at Trident Consulting Inc.?
Job Details
Trident Consulting is seeking a "IAM Manager" for one of our clients in "Minneapolis, MN ".
Position: IAM Manager
Work Location: Minneapolis, MN
Type: Full time
Final client interview will be onsite interview with manager (INperson)
Local candidates or near by around 50miles
Job description
What You Will Do-
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.
What You Will Bring-
- 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.
- Master's degree and/or relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or certifications specific to IAM (e.g., CIAM, CIMP).
About Trident: Trident Consulting is an award-winning IT/engineering staffing company founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Ramon, CA. We specialize in placing high-quality vetted technology
Some of our recent awards include:
2022, 2021, 2020 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America 2022, 2021 SF Business Times 100 fastest-growing private companies in Bay Area.
