Identity & Access Management Lead

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UCT is looking for a talented Identity & Access Management Lead to join the team! The Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the enterprise-wide identity and access governance program. This role collaborates across technical and business teams to develop policies and procedures for secure and efficient user authentication, authorization, and privilege management. The IAM Manager ensures that the organization’s systems remain compliant with relevant regulations and standards while optimizing user experience and maintaining a strong security posture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

IAM Strategy & Roadmap

• Develop and maintain the IAM vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap aligned with business goals and security best practices.
• Continuously evaluate emerging IAM technologies and trends to enhance security and improve operational efficiency.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of IAM specialists, defining clear goals, expectations, and development plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including IT, HR, Legal, and Business Units, to align IAM initiatives with organizational priorities.

Implementation & Operations

• Establish, maintain, and enforce IAM policies, standards, and processes in collaboration with compliance and risk management teams to ensure regulatory and audit requirements are met.
• Oversee the deployment and integration of IAM tools and platforms (e.g., Single Sign-On, Multi-Factor Authentication, Privileged Access Management).
• Manage lifecycle processes for user provisioning, role-based access control (RBAC), and deprovisioning.
• Monitor and troubleshoot IAM systems to ensure high availability and performance.
• Track and report on IAM metrics, including access requests, provisioning times, policy exceptions, and audit findings. Provide regular status updates and recommendations to executive leadership and key stakeholders.

Governance & Compliance

• Conduct regular access reviews and audits to ensure the appropriate levels of access are granted and maintained. Remediate issues and develop corrective action plans.

Risk Management & Incident Response

• Identify and assess security risks related to identity and access.
• Develop and implement remediation strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Participate in security incident response efforts related to IAM, providing technical expertise and guidance.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Technical Skills

• IAM Platforms & Tools: Proficiency with industry-standard IAM solutions (e.g., SailPoint, Okta, CyberArk, Ping Identity, Microsoft Entra).
• Authentication & Authorization: Deep understanding of protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP, and Kerberos.
• Strong background in role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC), and least-privilege principles.
• Systems Integration: Experience with securely integrating IAM solutions with directories (AD, Azure AD), HR systems, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Scripting & Automation: Knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) for automation of IAM processes and workflows a plus.
• Database & Infrastructure: Understanding of databases, server infrastructure, and network security fundamentals as they relate to IAM a plus.
• Security Frameworks: Familiarity with relevant frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) and regulations (SOX, GDPR).
• Soft Skills
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and ownership.
• Strategic Thinking: Skilled at shaping long-term strategies and adapting to evolving business and security landscapes.
• Communication & Presentation: Strong written and verbal skills to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset to diagnose issues quickly, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and managing relationships with executives, auditors, and other key stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Able to handle changing priorities and remain flexible in a dynamic environment.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) are preferred.

Experience Requirement:

• Proven Experience of managing IAM projects and/or teams. 5 years in IAM or related security roles, with 2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity preferred.
• Track Record of successful IAM project delivery, team leadership, and stakeholder management.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Criteria:

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Works in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to kneel, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers
• Ability to sit for sustained periods.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment.
• Prolonged sitting with some standing and bending intermittently during work hours.

Environmental Exposure:

• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• The ability to talk on the phone and use a computer for extended periods may be required.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.

Overnight Travel:

• Work may require out-of-town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting).

At Ultra Clean Technology, we do not just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

UCT offers an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.