IAM Architect

PwC South Africa; Zürich; Vor Ort; Vertraulich; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PwC is seeking a seasoned IAM Architect/Manager to lead design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-wide identity solutions for client engagements. You will define scalable IAM architectures spanning authentication, authorization, CIAM, and PAM, while aligning with security and regulatory requirements.

The role requires deep IAM expertise, familiarity with major platforms like Azure AD, Okta, SailPoint, and CyberArk, and the ability to drive cross-functional teams in client environments.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IAM architecture and implementation.
• Proven experience with IAM platforms such as SailPoint, ForgeRock, Okta, CyberArk, or similar.
• Strong understanding of directory services (Active Directory, LDAP), PKI, and identity federation.
• Understanding of cloud architectures and strategy (public, private, and hybrid).
• CISSP, CISM, or product vendor certifications is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Define and implement IAM architecture strategies aligned with business and security objectives of our clients.
• Design scalable and secure identity solutions including authentication, authorization, identity lifecycle management, CIAM, and PAM.
• Lead IAM integration designs and architectural guidelines for new apps and services (APIs, SSO, federation protocols).
• Drive adoption of authentication and authorization reference architectures across IAM technologies.
• Develop and enforce IAM policies, standards, and best practices.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Zero Trust Architecture

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Tools

SailPoint

ForgeRock

Okta

CyberArk

Active Directory

LDAP

PKI

Jobbeschreibung

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Cybersecurity & Privacy Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary

Your Team Are you ready to contribute to the successful delivery of Cyber Technology & Transformation engagements? This is an exciting opportunity to join our fast growing Cyber Technology and Transformation team. We support our clients along the whole cyber security journey, ranging from technology assessments, identification and implementation of cyber solutions, defining cyber strategy and many more. You benefit from a great team to work with and from our broad engagements enabling you to growth personally and professionally.

Your Impact

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-wide IAM solutions for our clients. This role is critical in ensuring secure, scalable, and compliant identity services across organization. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in IAM technologies, a strong understanding of security frameworks and architecture, and the ability to translate business requirements into robust identity solution.

Your role will be client facing Define and implement IAM architecture strategies aligned with business and security objectives of our clients. Design scalable and secure identity solutions including authentication, authorization, identity lifecycle management, Customer Identity and access management (CIAM), and privileged access management (PAM). Serve as the technical authority for IAM tools and platforms (e.g., Azure AD, ADFS, SailPoint, Saviynt, Okta, CyberArk, Forgerock etc.) Lead the client project for integration of legacy and modern identity providers into a unified IAM framework Develop strong architecture principles and guidelines including scalability, resilience, modularity, and security-by-design Lead the deployment and configuration of IAM solutions for clients across cloud and on-premises environments Provide IAM integration designs and architectural guidelines for new applications and services, including APIs, SSO, and federation protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect). Conduct review IAM systems for performance, availability, and security Drive the adoption of Authentication and Authorization reference architectures for existing, new and emerging IAM technologies Develop and enforce IAM policies, standards, and best practices. Help our client to achieve compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOX, HIPAA) and internal security policies. Participate in enterprise architecture governance and contribute to strategic planning.

Your Skill Set

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field 8+ years of experience in IAM architecture and implementation Proven experience with IAM platforms such as SailPoint, ForgeRock, Okta, CyberArk, or similar. Strong understanding of directory services (Active Directory, LDAP), PKI, and identity federation. Understanding of cloud architectures and strategy (public, private, and hybrid). CISSP, CISM, or product vendor certifications is a plus.

Technical Skills

Expertise in IAM protocols and standards (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SCIM). Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid identity models. Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and modern security frameworks. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Education

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• Agile Methodology
• Analytical Thinking
• Azure Data Factory
• Coaching and Feedback
• Communication
• Creativity
• Cybersecurity
• Cybersecurity Framework
• Cybersecurity Policy
• Cybersecurity Requirements
• Cybersecurity Strategy
• Embracing Change
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Encryption Technologies
• Inclusion
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Learning Agility
• Managed Services
• Optimism
• Privacy Compliance
• Professional Courage

Desired Languages

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Other

Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date

Conclusion

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.