IAM Specialist

Alstom; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Learning opportunities

Social coverage

Job summary

Alstom in Bengaluru is seeking a seasoned IAM Specialist to strengthen our identity and access management landscape. You will lead IAM workshops, maintain documentation, and drive continuous improvements across operations and projects.

Collaborating with HR, IS&T, and business units, you will manage identities, authentication, and access permissions while supporting B2B IAM initiatives and security policy alignment. The role requires Saviynt / Entra knowledge and ISO framework familiarity.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years of IAM operations and security experience; manufacturing IT experience a plus.
• Knowledge of IAM solutions such as Saviynt and Microsoft Entra (Azure Entra).
• Knowledge of CyberArk and Privilege Access Management is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 27002/27005 security frameworks.
• Relevant information security or IAM certification (Saviynt / Azure Entra preferred).
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to perform risk analysis and formalize IAM deliverables (guides, runbooks, processes).

Responsibilities

• Lead IAM workshops, maintain documentation and processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in IAM operations.
• Coordinate with HR, Sourcing, Master Data, IS&T and business teams on IAM projects.
• Manage and guide external IAM support teams.
• Implement IAM solutions for complex operational challenges; support B2B IAM initiatives.

Skills

IAM operations

Saviynt

Microsoft Entra

CyberArk

ISO 27002/27005

Cert in info security or IAM

Communication skills

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Azure AD

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Job description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time IAM Specialist in Bangalore we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your seasoned expertise in identity and access management to a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, collaborative, and dedicated teammates.

You’ll lead the charge in fortifying our digital identity landscape. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (HR, Sourcing, Master Data Managers, IS&T, business representatives), streamline user account lifecycle processes, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of leading IAM workshops, maintaining documentation and processes, and driving continuous improvement in IAM operations.

We’ll look to you for:

• Providing expertise in IAM concepts and architecture
• Developing solutions aligned with our IAM security policy
• Coordinating with diverse stakeholders on IAM projects and enhancements
• Managing and leading external IAM support teams
• Implementing solutions for complex operational challenges
• Contributing to new security solutions such as B2B Operations and B2B SSO in IAM
• Coordinating teams involved in PAM Operations
• Serving as a subject matter expert (SME) for B2E and B2B IAM processes
• Driving service improvement plans in IAM processes
• Troubleshooting and managing issues related to identities, authentication/authorization, and access permissions
• Managing and driving critical incidents to closure through collaboration with support and internal teams
• Leading IAM operations and business-as-usual (BAU) activities

All About You

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience or understanding of IAM operations and security practices (experience in manufacturing IT ecosystems is a nice-to-have)
• Knowledge of IAM solutions such as Saviynt and Microsoft Azure / Entra
• Knowledge of CyberArk and Privilege Access Management (nice-to-have)
• Familiarity with IT security frameworks like ISO 27002 and ISO 27005
• A relevant certification in information security or IAM products (preferably Saviynt or Microsoft Azure / Entra)
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to perform risk analysis and formalize IAM deliverables (patterns, processes, end-user/admin guides, run handbooks, etc.)

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Work with cutting-edge security standards for rail businesses (rolling stock, signalling, services, etc.)
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful coworkers
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our flexible working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions, business lines, and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning
• Progress towards leadership roles in information security
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.