Senior IAM Engineer

Optiv

. Follow Optiv AFC processes and procedures while managing and maintaining security systems across internal and client environments .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including design, implementation, and troubleshooting of IGA systems. Proficient in regulatory compliance, security incident resolution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance security strategies.

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Identity And Access Management (IAM)SailPointCyberArkAzure Entra IDRole Based Access Control (RBAC)

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Hard Skills

Identity Management TechnologiesSingle Sign-On (SSO)SCIMOAuthSAMLEncryptionPublic Key Infrastructure (PKI)Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsCloud Environments (AWS/GCP)

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

BeyondTrustActive DirectoryADLDSADFSMicrosoft ServerOffice 365/ExchangeGroup Policy

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft Certified IT ProfessionalCISSP

Industry Keywords

Information SecurityCybersecurity PrinciplesAccess CertificationsPrivileged Access Management (PAM)Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDNSGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Follow Optiv AFC processes and procedures while managing and maintaining security systems across internal and client environments
Collaborate with Management, Solution Architects, Principal Security Engineers, internal teams, and clients on critical services
Serve as a primary responder for customer systems, owning client configuration issues through resolution
Design, implement, and manage IAM solutions to protect sensitive information and support regulatory compliance
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and lead IAM initiatives supporting clients’ security strategies
Review and provide feedback on IGA strategies and multi-year plans covering access requests, lifecycle events, provisioning, role-based access, separation of duties, and access certifications
Architect, design, develop, and troubleshoot IGA solutions, including technical and architectural documentation, recommendations, specifications, use cases, requirements, and test cases
Create solutions enabling automation, self-service, and resiliency
Implement customizations for customer business requirements
Participate in security and application troubleshooting and incident/problem resolution with infrastructure teams
Provide engineering support for complex and recurring IAM incidents and perform root cause analysis
Maintain standards, design, and operation of SailPoint, BeyondTrust, CyberArk, and related environments
Provide expertise across Azure Entra ID, Active Directory, ADLDS, ADFS, SailPoint, CyberArk, BeyondTrust, and PKI

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-4 years professional experience in the Information Security field, typically gained in 3+ years required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline preferred
3-5 years of experience as a senior level IDAM engineer preferred
Experience with AWS/GCP cloud environments a bonus
Microsoft Certified IT Professional (Enterprise Administrator) preferred
CISSP certification is a plus
Microsoft technical certifications are preferred
Knowledge and experience with Identity Management technologies like SSO, SCIM, OAuth, SAML, Encryption, PKI
Knowledge of Microsoft technologies such as Server, AD, DNS, Group Policy, Office 365/Exchange, Azure, and Azure Entra ID
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required
Solid understanding of Role Based Access Control (RBAC) in large, distributed environments
Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Experience working with PAM systems
Experience with MFA protocols and techniques

Benefits

Comp & perks

A company committed to our inclusive value through our Employee Resource Groups
Work/life balance
Professional training resources
Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
Volunteer Opportunities through “Optiv Chips In”
The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)