Motion Recruitment | Jobspring | Workbridge

Principal IAM Engineer

Chicago Heights, Illinois

Open to Remote

Direct Hire

$150k - $210k

We are helping a leading trading shop in Chicago. They are known for their quantitative approach, wide range of asset classes, and entrepreneurial culture. They are looking for a Senior IAM Engineer with experience establishing IAM practices in a global organization. They are not looking for GRC or non-engineering backgrounds, as this role is highly technical.

You will design and support IAM solutions that meet organizational and security goals while ensuring regulatory compliance. Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement secure access controls, manage entitlements, and run access review campaigns. Deploy and maintain PAM systems to safeguard sensitive assets, and enhance detection of identity-based threats through analytics and insider risk tools. Finally, you will lead efforts in adopting advanced authentication methods like FIDO2 and MFA, and respond to identity security incidents with a focus on automation and efficiency. 


Required Skills & Experience
  • 10+ years of experience specializing in IAM Engineering
  • Experience designing and leading IAM policy
  • Strong Active Directory experience
  • MFA, PAM, JWT, etc.
  • B.S. in Computer Science or related field


What You Will Be Doing
Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% Hands On
  • 30% Team Collaboration

The Offer
  • Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted by: Rose Baldonado

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