Senior Engineering Manager, Identity & Access Management

Engineering Manager - Identity & Access Management

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care. By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our Identity & Access Management (IAM) team with a strong focus on hands-on execution and team leadership. In this role, you will oversee the implementation and daily management of our IAM program, ensuring secure, efficient, and scalable access control for our users and systems. Leading a small team, you will work closely with internal stakeholders to support business objectives, manage access policies, and maintain compliance with security standards.

What You Will Do

• Manage and execute IAM solution technology implementations that align with company goals, ensuring reliable access control across systems and applications.
• Lead a small team of IAM specialists, providing mentorship, guidance, and hands-on support to drive efficient and secure operations.
• Implement IAM policies, standards, and procedures to maintain compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate IAM requirements seamlessly within business processes.
• Oversee the selection, deployment, and management of IAM tools, including IGA, enhancing scalability and operational efficiency.
• Regularly assess and improve IAM configurations and workflows to address evolving security needs and industry trends.
• Conduct periodic reviews and audits, implementing improvements based on findings to enhance security and compliance.
• Provide IAM-related support for IT security measures to safeguard user data, applications, and systems against unauthorized access.

What You Need to Succeed

Proven experience in IAM management, including successful program implementation and execution. Strong knowledge of IAM processes, technologies, and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP). Ability to lead a small, dedicated team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on attention to detail and execution. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar are a plus. This role is ideal for a hands-on IAM professional who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and is committed to building a secure, efficient access management program.

We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services. The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is : $148,000$185,000 USD To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and / or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and / or religion. This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. At the end of this application, you will find a set of voluntary demographic questions. If you choose to respond, your answers will be anonymous and will help us identify areas for improvement in our recruitment process. (We can only see aggregate responses, not individual ones. In fact, we aren't even able to see whether you've responded.) Responding is entirely optional and will not affect your application or hiring process in any way. Datavant is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need an accommodation while seeking employment, please request it here, by selecting the 'Interview Accommodation Request' category. You will need your requisition ID when submitting your request, you can find instructions for locating it here . Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. For more information about how we collect and use your data, please review our Privacy Policy.