Identity Security Engineer

Job Responsibilities

The Identity Security Engineer role focuses on managing user identities and access controls to ensure security and compliance. Based on industry standards, the responsibilities include:

• Designing and Implementing Solutions: The engineer will design, implement, and maintain IGA solutions to manage user identities and access rights, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems.
• Custom JSON Development: A key aspect is developing custom JSON code for configuring and automating identity management processes. JSON, a data format, is often used for API interactions and configuration files in IAM systems, requiring proficiency in scripting languages like Python or PowerShell.
• System Integrations: The role involves integrating with HR databases (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for user lifecycle management, Active Directory for user and group management, and third-party applications for access control, such as single sign-on (SSO).
• Compliance and Security: Ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations, such as SOX, HIPAA, and GDPR, is critical, given the global nature of operations.
• Collaboration: The engineer will coordinate process changes and system updates as appropriate across the IT organization.
• Troubleshooting and Support: The engineer will troubleshoot issues related to identity and access management, providing support to internal stakeholders and recommending improvements based on industry trends.
• Continuous Learning: Staying updated on the latest trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to identity security and access management.

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

The following qualifications are essential:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is typically required.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in identity management, with hands-on experience in Active Directory, HR databases (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and integration techniques like APIs and LDAP.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in developing custom JSON code, knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell), and familiarity with cloud-based identity services (e.g., Azure AD, Google Cloud Identity) are crucial.
• Technical Expertise: IAM tools and platforms, such as Microsoft Entra AD, SailPoint, or similar and with SSO, MFA, RBAC, LDAP, and SAML.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration abilities are necessary, given the role's integration with various stakeholders and potential global team interactions.
• Language: Proficiency in spoken and written English is required

Desired qualifications include certifications like CISSP or CISM, and experience with specific IAM platforms like Okta, SailPoint, or Microsoft Entra ID, which could enhance the candidate's ability to handle complex systems.