Identity & Access Management - Senior Manager

PwC; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India seeks an Identity & Access Management senior manager to lead secure access design and implement strategies for employees and clients. You will guide teams across advisory, assurance, tax and business services, delivering practical IAM solutions and championing inclusive, high‑performing teams.

You will apply systems thinking, validate outcomes with clients, and drive operational excellence while mentoring colleagues through complex cybersecurity challenges in a

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor's degree is required.
• 6+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management or cybersecurity.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written) is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure IAM strategies to protect data and access.
• Lead teams in deployment of authorization management systems and access controls.
• Utilize Azure AD and CyberArk to enhance identity verification processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities and develop proactive solutions.
• Apply systems thinking to IT governance and security workflows.
• Coach teams to solve complex cybersecurity challenges with calm and clear decisions.
• Validate outcomes with clients and iterate based on feedback.
• Document system requirements and identity governance standards.

Skills

IAM leadership

Security design

Team mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Azure Active Directory

CyberArk

Microsoft Identity

SailPoint

Job description

Industry/Sector

Specialism

Cybersecurity & Privacy

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands‑on learning, cutting‑edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As an Identity & Access Management - Senior Manager, you will focus on confirming secure and efficient access to systems and data for employees and clients. Your work will involve designing and implementing strategies to protect sensitive information and manage user identities. Within our Cybersecurity practice, you will leverage your skills and professional network to deliver quality results. You will motivate and coach teams to solve complex problems, applying sound judgment to recognize when to take action and when to escape. Your ability to develop and sustain diverse and inclusive teams contributes to the success of our firm.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will craft and convey clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story. You will apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities, validate outcomes with clients, and act on feedback. Directing teams through complexity, you will demonstrate composure in ambiguous situations. You will initiate open coaching conversations at all levels and make decisions to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness. Your commitment to maintaining professional and technical standards will be key in driving operational excellence and achieving project success.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing secure identity and access management strategies to protect sensitive information
• Leading teams in the development and deployment of authorization management systems and access control models
• Utilizing Azure Active Directory and CyberArk Management to enhance identity verification processes
• Collaborating with stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities and develop proactive solutions for cybersecurity threats
• Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities within IT governance frameworks
• Directing the team through complex situations, demonstrating composure and strategic questioning
• Validating outcomes with clients and acting on feedback to improve service excellence
• Initiating coaching conversations to foster inclusion and teamwork within diverse teams
• Developing technical documentation and system requirements specifications for identity governance frameworks
• Promoting the use of encryption technologies and federated identity management to safeguard data integrity

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor’s degree
• At least 6 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Computer and Information Science, Computer Applications, Computer Engineering, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems
• At least one of the following: One or more certifications aligned to identity governance and access management, including CISSP, CIAM, Microsoft Identity, SailPoint, or equivalent IAM credentials
• Demonstrating advanced skills in Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions
• Utilizing Azure Active Directory and CyberArk Management for enhanced security
• Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities
• Leading teams through complex cybersecurity challenges with composure
• Excelling in crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages

Travel Requirements

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