Lead Identity Access Management (IAM) Engineer/Architect

The Lead IAM Engineer/Architect leads enterprise IAM initiatives from planning through implementation, develops custom Java-based solutions within SailPoint IdentityIQ, and builds cloud access automation using Python/PowerShell. This role manages complex access provisioning and deprovisioning workflows and partners with security and compliance teams on governance frameworks. This position reports directly to a Director or Senior Director.

Key Responsibilities:

Architectural Leadership & Design

· Lead enterprise IAM initiatives from planning through implementation

· Design and develop custom Java-based solutions within SailPoint IdentityIQ

· Lead the architecture of robust, scalable IAM solutions across hybrid environments

· Collaborate on system architecture decisions and integration patterns

· Design role modeling and certification campaigns

Engineering Excellence & Quality

· Write and modify Java code within SailPoint for custom business logic (not just scripting - actual application development)

· Develop custom connectors and perform connector customization

· Configure and optimize workflow configuration

· Lead implementation of comprehensive testing strategies for IAM solutions

· Troubleshoot complex identity issues across hybrid environments

· Strong SailPoint IdentityIQ administration/development and hands-on Java programming experience

DevOps & Infrastructure

· Build and maintain AWS/Azure cloud access automation using Python/PowerShell

· Implement AWS IAM with hands-on policy creation and automation

· Manage complex access provisioning/deprovisioning workflows

· Integrate Active Directory/Azure AD administration and integration

· Create and maintain technical documentation for audit purposes

Mentorship & Cultural Leadership

· Mentor junior engineers on SailPoint development, IAM architecture, and security best practices

· Coach and train colleagues in best practices for IAM development

· Lead cross-functional teams on IAM transformation projects

· Champion collaborative resolution of complex identity issues

· Provide feedback on processes and recommend improvements

Product & Stakeholder Collaboration

· Partner with security and compliance teams on governance frameworks

· Communicate complex IAM concepts to non-technical stakeholders

· Openly share progress and priorities with key stakeholders

· Lead projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies

· Work under pressure and coordinate across multiple teams simultaneously

Security & Compliance

· Ensure all work products meet enterprise security standards

· Lead secure coding practices for IAM components

· Create and maintain technical documentation for audit purposes

· Design solutions supporting governance and compliance requirements

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline with at least seven (7) years of related experience, or equivalent training and/or work experience;

• Master’s degree and past Financial Services industry experience preferred.

• Experience must include direct experience in leading key areas such as: securing networks and systems architecture, design and implementation, secure software assurance, intrusion detection, defense and incident response, security configuration management, access controls design and implementation and security policy and standards development.

• In-depth knowledge of more than one communications protocol.

• Experience managing several Cyber Security tools, including: Configuration Assessment, Log Aggregation, Integrity Verification, Web Application Security Testing, Network Access Control System, Network Intrusion prevention systems, and Endpoint Security Solutions.

• Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships that improved the quality of work products.

• Should be well organized, thorough, and able to handle competing priorities.

• Ability to maintain focus and develop proficiency in new skills rapidly.

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

• Excellent planning skills.

• Willingness to accept new challenges and grasp new or changing concepts, technologies and procedures.

• In-depth knowledge across all areas of Information Security.

Work Conditions:

• Hybrid work environment, with defined in-person presence requirements.

• Occasional travel and extended hours may be required.

For work that is performed in CO, FL, TX, IL, PA, MA, MD, VA, Washington, DC, NY and NJ, please refer to the chart below for the salary range for the corresponding location. FINRA complies with all state and local pay transparency laws and regulations requiring the disclosure of salary ranges for the position. In addition to location, actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s skill set, level of experience, education, and market considerations.

CO/FL/TX: Minimum Salary $111,400, Maximum Salary $202,100

IL/PA: Minimum Salary $122,800, Maximum Salary $222,400
MA/MD/VA/Washington, DC: Minimum Salary $128,000, Maximum Salary $232,500

NY/NJ: Minimum Salary $128,000, Maximum Salary $242,600

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