Security Architect – Digital Identity Job Opening in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Uae Job Alert; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

UAE Job Alert is seeking a Security Architect – Digital Identity to shape the IAM strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management. You will architect scalable IAM solutions, guide governance, and collaborate with IT and business units to strengthen cybersecurity resilience.

The role requires senior leadership, deep IAM knowledge, and experience with SSO, MFA, and identity governance. You will report to Enterprise Architect – Digital Security and drive secure identity initiatives across the

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT with architecture/design focus
• 10+ years in cybersecurity with 5+ years in Security Architecture
• Led a large-scale IAM program (20,000+ users, 100+ apps)
• Deep understanding of IAM concepts: federation, SSO, MFA, IGA

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain IAM target architecture and multi-year roadmap
• Develop architecture/design docs for IAM solutions
• Lead architecture governance through committees and risk reviews
• Optimize IAM licensing and ROI on security investments
• Identify gaps and recommend security posture enhancements
• Design and deliver scalable IAM solutions with stakeholders
• Oversee implementation/integration of IAM platforms
• Evaluate IAM technologies for compliance and enterprise needs
• Drive identity governance strategies: provisioning, certs, workflows
• Conduct security architecture reviews and mitigation plans
• Ensure alignment with CB UAE ADHIS & DOH requirements
• Lead audit findings within IAM domain
• Collaborate with Legal/Compliance/IT for data handling
• Act as SME for IAM and provide mentorship
• Maintain architecture docs and implementation guides
• Deliver reports to senior leadership

Skills

IAM architecture

Security governance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master in Information Security

Tools

SailPoint

Saviynt

One Identity

Microsoft Entra ID

CyberArk

Job description

Role Overview: Security Architect – Digital Identity

As a key member of the Security Architecture team within the Chief Information Security Office (CISO), the Security Architect – Digital Identity is responsible for shaping the strategy, implementation, and lifecycle management of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions across the organization. In an era of rapidly evolving cyber threats, this role is critical in strengthening the organization’s Cybersecurity Resilience by ensuring robust identity controls and access frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and maintain the IAM target architecture and multi-year roadmap in alignment with business needs, industry standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Develop comprehensive architecture and design documentation for IAM solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise security standards.
• Lead architecture governance by participating in committees, risk reviews, and advisory boards for new technologies and programs.
• Optimize IAM license usage, ensuring cost-effective utilization and maximizing ROI on security investments.
• Identify and remediate architectural gaps; recommend enhancements to maintain a strong security posture.

Solution Design & Implementation

• Design and deliver scalable IAM solutions in collaboration with IT, security, and business stakeholders.
• Oversee the implementation and integration of IAM platforms and tools, working closely with vendors and internal teams.
• Evaluate and select IAM technologies aligned with enterprise needs and compliance requirements.
• Drive the development of identity governance strategies—including access provisioning, certification, workflow automation, and role management.
• Conduct detailed security architecture reviews, identifying vulnerabilities and defining mitigation plans.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure alignment with relevant regulatory frameworks such as CBUAE ADHIS & DOH by implementing and monitoring appropriate controls.
• Lead efforts to resolve internal and external audit findings within the IAM domain.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Business Units, and IT to ensure secure handling of sensitive data and adherence to data privacy requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Support

• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for IAM, providing thought leadership, mentorship, and guidance to internal teams.
• Maintain detailed documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and implementation guides.
• Deliver performance, compliance, and security reports for IAM platforms to senior leadership and stakeholders.

People Leadership

• Lead by example, setting clear goals and performance expectations.
• Support the development of team members by offering mentorship, training, and regular performance reviews.
• Inspire and motivate staff to contribute to their highest potential.

What You Bring

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Science, Information Security, or related discipline.
• Industry-recognized CISSP, CISM, or IAM-focused certifications (e.g., CIAM, SC-300) are highly preferred.

Experience & Expertise

• 15+ years of experience in Information Technology, with a strong emphasis on architecture and solution design—preferably within a consulting or systems integrator context.
• Minimum of 10 years in cybersecurity, including 5+ years focused on Security Architecture.
• Proven leadership of at least one large-scale IAM program (e.g., 20,000+ users, 100+ applications, including SAP).
• In-depth understanding of IAM concepts, including identity federation, SSO, MFA (Microsoft Entra ID), Privileged Access Management (e.g., CyberArk), and Identity Governance & Administration (IGA).

Technical Proficiency

• Experience implementing and managing IGA solutions like SailPoint, Saviynt, or One Identity.
• Strong command of IAM protocols: SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, Kerberos.
• Familiarity with SAP GRC and its integration with IGA platforms is highly desirable.

Reporting Line

You will report directly to the Enterprise Architect – Digital Security, collaborating closely with peers across the cybersecurity, IT, and business domains.