IAM Analyst
Carpinteria , California
100% Remote
Contract
$63.34/hr - $65.51/hr
Leader in their industry, our exciting global SaaS construction platform client seeks a contract IAM Analyst. This is a fully remote position.
We are seeking a seasoned IAM Analyst with a strong background in identity and access management (IAM) technologies. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of IAM systems, protocols, and best practices, with a proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing IAM solutions in enterprise environments. This role includes ensuring the secure access to IT systems, managing user accounts, and implementing IAM policies and procedures.
Contract Duration: 6-Months
Required Skills & Experience
What You Will Be Doing
Daily Responsibilities
We are seeking a seasoned IAM Analyst with a strong background in identity and access management (IAM) technologies. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of IAM systems, protocols, and best practices, with a proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing IAM solutions in enterprise environments. This role includes ensuring the secure access to IT systems, managing user accounts, and implementing IAM policies and procedures.
Contract Duration: 6-Months
Required Skills & Experience
- Familiarity with relevant compliance standards and regulations.
- Knowledge of security best practices and access management protocols.
- Experience designing and developing comprehensive reports and dashboards to track key IAM metrics, such as user access, entitlement reviews, and compliance status.
- In-depth understanding of identity and access management (IAM) concepts, including authentication, authorization, single sign-on (SSO), federation, and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
- Proficiency in IAM technologies and protocols, such as LDAP, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and Active Directory.
- Experience with IAM solutions from leading vendors, such as Microsoft Azure Active Directory, Okta, Veza
- Strong scripting and automation skills, with proficiency in languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex IAM issues and implement effective solutions.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Comprehensive understanding of IAM systems and principles.
- 5-7 years of experience in system engineering, with a focus on identity and access management (IAM) solutions.
- Proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing IAM solutions in enterprise environments.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
What You Will Be Doing
Daily Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement IAM workflows, policies, and procedures that balance security and usability.
- Develop and maintain IAM documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration guides, and best practice recommendations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address IAM-related issues and requirements.
- Provide support and training to end-users regarding IAM policies and procedures.
- Design and develop comprehensive reports and dashboards to track key IAM metrics, such as user access, entitlement reviews, and compliance status.
- Generate and analyze IAM reports to ensure compliance with internal policies and industry standards.
- Present evidence, reports to management and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
- Collaborate with other teams to gather data requirements and ensure accurate reporting.
- Assist in conducting regular access reviews and audits to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Identify and remediate potential security risks and compliance gaps related to IAM processes.
- Analyze existing IAM processes and identify opportunities for automation and optimization.
- Develop and implement new processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provide technical support and guidance on IAM-Audit & Compliance related issues and inquiries.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex IAM reports problems.
- Access Control Oversight - Monitor access controls across systems and applications to ensure compliance with IAM policies and standards
- Implement and enforce IAM policies, standards, and procedures.
- Access Certifications - Manage access certifications in Veza including scheduling, conducting access reviews, and ensuring timely completion of certifications
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.