IAM Architect
BC Forward

IAM Architect

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated IAM Architect for an opportunity in Remote

Position Title: IAM Architect

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: 11/25/2024.

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration:12 Months Contract with Strong Possibility of Extension.

Job Type: [Contract (40 hours weekly)], [Remote]

Pay Range: $38/hr - $40/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

• [IAM]

Job Description::

We are looking for a skilled Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect. The IAM Architect will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing the identity and access management architecture, ensuring secure and streamlined access to our company's systems. The ideal candidate is familiar with a variety of IAM concepts, practices, and procedures, including design and management of access controls, entitlements, and administration of business processes.


Responsibilities:

• Min 7-10 years of IAM experience
  
• Design, develop, and manage the IAM architecture
  
• Implement and maintain IAM technologies and standards
  
• Perform identity and access management tasks related to user access, such as provisioning, de-provisioning, and review of access
  
• Work with other departments to understand their IAM requirements
  
• Ensure IAM solutions comply with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
  
• Develop and maintain documentation for IAM processes, procedures, and associated systems
  
• Manage IAM related incidents and changes
  
• Conduct periodic access reviews and remediation
  
• Stay current with industry trends related to IAM
  

Skills:

• Architecting, implementing and managing IAM systems including Customer IAM (CIAM) solutioning
  
• Architecting and managing across all facets of IAM (Governance, Access Management, Privileged Access Management).
  
• Identifying and addressing issues related to IAM performance
  
• Providing technical leadership for the integration of IAM systems
  
• Ensuring alignment between IAM standards and business objectives
  
• Developing and maintaining IAM policies, procedures, and standards
  
• Working with stakeholders to understand their IAM requirements and translating them into technical specifications
  
• Performing audits ensuring that systems are in compliance with established IAM standards and policies
  
• Providing support and guidance to team members regarding IAM
  
• Ensuring that IAM systems are updated regularly and remain secure against potential threats
  
• Documenting IAM strategies and systems for future reference and review
  

Minimum Requirements:

• 10+ years experience in cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management, and/or systems engineering
  
• 7+ years of a proven deep background (preferred 5+ years) in Identity and Access Management
  

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure/Entra ID
  
• Experience with Saviynt and Ping Identity
  
• Experience with SAML 2 vs OIDC/OAuth
  
• Experience with one or more of the following: ISO 27001, NIST, Center for Internet Security (CIS) standards or Service Organization Controls (SOC) 2
  
• Broad and diverse experience across cybersecurity strategy, operations, security architecture, cloud security, and identity and access management
  
• Knowledge of identity management, role/attribute-based access control, and authentication systems
  
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in applying cybersecurity controls
  
• Ability to oversee and execute highly complex, cross-organizational initiatives
  
• Ability to engage executive level stakeholders on complex matters with limited oversight and guidance
  
• Ability to think strategically and tactically, with effective decision-making skills
  
• Relevant Cybersecurity Certification(s) (CISSP, CISA, CIAM, etc.)
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
• BS degree in Computer Science, IT Security or related field
  

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.

This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 231358 when responding to this ad.

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type
Contractor

Location
Aiken, TX (Onsite)

Job Type
Information Technology

Experience
Not Specified

Date Posted
11/14/2024

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