Senior Manager Cyber OT Tech Consulting Abu Dhabi 1

FP&A; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning

Leadership development

Diverse and inclusive culture

Performance-based rewards

Job summary

EY is seeking a senior IAM leader to drive strategy, architecture, and implementation across the MENA region. You will shape identity security postures for regional and global clients, guiding programs from maturity assessments to operating model design.

You will oversee platform integrations (SailPoint, CyberArk, Okta, Saviynt) and lead governance for RBAC/SoD, bridging IT security with business needs. Strong consulting communication and 10+ years IAM experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in information technology, cybersecurity, or related field.
• Strong business development/account management and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication skills with a consulting mindset.
• 10+ years of experience in IAM domain.
• Valid passport for travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead IAM transformation programs across identity lifecycle management, access governance, PAM, SSO, and MFA.
• Define IAM roadmaps and operating models aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee implementation and integration of IAM platforms (SailPoint, Saviynt, Entra, Okta, Oracle IAM, CyberArk).
• Establish IAM governance with RBAC and policy enforcement across stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and deliver clear status reporting to clients.

Skills

IAM principles

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Cloud IAM

Regulatory requirements

Education

Bachelor/Master in IT or Cyber Security

Tools

SailPoint

CyberArk

Okta

Azure AD

Saviynt

Oracle IAM

Job description

As part of our Cyber Technology Consulting team you will lead and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) engagements for clients across the MENA region. You will work closely with clients to design implement and mature IAM strategies solutions and governance aligned with their business and compliance needs. The client base spans various sectors and includes collaboration with other teams across Advisory services.

The opportunity

Were looking for a senior manager/ director with deep expertise in IAM strategy architecture and implementation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading firm and shape the identity security posture of regional and global organizations.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead IAM transformation programs across identity lifecycle management access governance privileged access management (PAM) single sign-on (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Conduct maturity assessments define IAM roadmaps and develop IAM operating models aligned with regulatory and business requirements.
• Oversee the implementation and integration of IAM platforms such as SailPoint Saviynt MS Entra CyberArk Okta Ping Oracle IAM.
• Work with stakeholders across IT security and business functions to establish effective IAM governance including role-based access controls (RBAC) and policy enforcement.
• Design and enforce least privilege and segregation of duties (SoD) across enterprise applications.
• Conduct access risk reviews manage identity attestation processes and support audit and compliance requirements.
• Ensure alignment with global IAM standards and security frameworks such as NIST ISO 27001 Zero Trust CIS Controls.
• Manage engagement delivery resourcing quality assurance and client satisfaction.
• Develop detailed reports articulate technical findings and deliver actionable recommendations to both technical teams and executive stakeholders.
• Manage multiple engagements ensuring timely delivery quality assurance and adherence to industry best practices.
• Mentor and coach junior team members fostering their technical and professional development.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong understanding of IAM principles including identity lifecycle authentication federation authorization and access certification.
• Experience leading complex IAM engagements with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors.
• Ability to communicate technical IAM solutions/designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in IAM tools and platforms such as CyberArk SailPoint Okta Azure AD or Oracle IAM.
• Ability to define role-based access controls (RBAC) and Segregation of Duties (SoD) for business applications
• Strong grasp of regulatory IAM requirements
• Experience with cloud IAM models and hybrid IAM architectures.
• Excellent communication analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with project team to define project plans perform resource mapping maintain RAID logs and deliver clear status reporting to stakeholders.
• Experienced in managing projects using Agile methodology including Sprint planning retrospective backlog refinements etc.
• Ability to interpret complex technical results and present insights to business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelors or masters degree in information technology cyber security etc.
• Strong business development/ account management and client relationship skills
• Excellent communication skills with a consulting mindset.
• 10 years of experience in IAM domain
• A valid passport for travel.
• Excellent communication skills with a consulting mindset.

Ideally youll also have

• Industry-recognized certifications such as CISSP CISM IAM certs such as SailPoint Certified IdentityNow/IdentityIQ Saviynt Ambassador Saviynt IGA Professional Saviynt PAM Professional CyberArk Defender/Sentry or Okta Certified Professional.
• Experience with Zero Trust architecture and cloud-native IAM solutions.
• Familiarity with automation DevSecOps and identity governance integration in CI/CD pipelines.
• Exposure to customer IAM (CIAM) and identity threat detection.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus we offer:

• Continuous learning: Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Required Experience:

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