Cybersecurity IAM Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Global Cybersecurity Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer to join our dynamic, growing team! As an IAM Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust identity and access management solutions, with a focus on Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) and application onboarding. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of IAM principles, strong technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate across teams to enhance our overall cybersecurity posture. This position will report to the Global Cybersecurity IAM Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES

1. IAM Solution Design and Implementation:
   • Design, implement, and maintain scalable IAM solutions, including identity lifecycle management, access governance, role-based access control (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM) and single sign-on (SSO), with a strong focus on leveraging Saviynt's capabilities.
   • Manage end-to-end IGA projects, including requirements gathering, solution design, implementation, testing, deployment, and transition to operations. Experience with Saviynt is strongly preferred.
   • Configure and manage authentication mechanisms, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and adaptive authentication.
   • Define and enforce authorization policies based on the principle of least privilege
2. Integration and Collaboration:
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IAM solutions with other security and IT systems.
   • Work closely with application developers and teams to ensure seamless integration of IAM controls within applications.
   • Oversee the onboarding of applications onto the IAM platform, ensuring seamless integration with Saviynt and adherence to security policies.
   • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements, with a view to optimizing IAM functionality.
3. Governance and Innovation:
   • Develop and maintain access control policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
   • Provide guidance and mentorship to the IAM team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
4. Security Compliance and Auditing:
   • Conduct regular access reviews and audits to ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements.
   • Provide documentation and reports for internal and external audits related to IAM controls.
5. Incident Response and Troubleshooting:
   • Work closely with the cybersecurity team to identify and mitigate potential security risks associated with identity and access management.
   • Lead the troubleshooting and resolution of IAM-related issues, providing expert-level support as needed, with a deep understanding of IAM architecture.
6. Emerging Technology Evaluation:
   • Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies in IAM.
   • Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance IAM capabilities.
   • Stay abreast of emerging IAM technologies and trends, including updates and enhancements to Saviynt, and assess their potential impact on the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Skills

• Translate security-related matters into business terms that are clear and understandable to executives.
• Able to navigate a demanding, high-pressure environment and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Think strategically and incorporate business needs into technical roadmaps.

Personal Characteristics

• Is a confident, energetic self-starter, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and possessing of a high sense of urgency and personal integrity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn and share knowledge within and across teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Highest ethical standards and values.
• Has a continuous improvement mindset.

Professional education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 10+ years of Identity and Access Management, with at least 5 years proven experience as an IAM Engineer or in a similar role.
• Proven track record of successful delivery of IGA projects and application onboarding initiatives, with significant experience using Saviynt or similar technology.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles, frameworks, and technologies, including SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP, SOAP, REST, SCIM etc.
• Experience with leading IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Okta, Oracle, Microsoft Azure AD, Active Directory, and in-depth knowledge of Saviynt.
• Proficient in designing and implementing privileged access management solutions to secure and monitor privileged accounts and activities. Experience with Privileged Access Management solutions such as Delinea (Thycotic/Centrify), Beyond Trust, CyberArk.
• Knowledge and understanding of legal and regulatory requirements, such as: Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Payment Card Industry/Data Security Standard, GDPR, and PIPL.
• Knowledge of information security risk management frameworks and compliance practices, including ISO 27001, SOC2 Type 2, and NIST 800-30.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific IAM certifications, including Saviynt certifications, are highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Customer IAM is preferred.

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.