Lead IAM Analyst

NB Healthcare Technologies; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

NationsBenefits in Hyderabad, India is seeking a Lead Analyst - IAM to strengthen identity and access management across our Azure ecosystem. The role emphasizes automation, governance, and secure lifecycle management in a regulatory-heavy environment.

The ideal candidate will drive automation of JML, implement least-privilege access, and support audits with robust evidence. A strong background in Azure AD, HRIS integrations, and IAM frameworks is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in computer science, Information Security, or related field.
• 810 years of experience in IAM or IT Security.
• Experience integrating Microsoft Entra ID with HRIS platforms (preferably UKG).
• Background in IAM governance and automation in compliance-heavy environments.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Entitlement Management.
• Automate Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) workflows and user lifecycle events.
• Map IAM controls to compliance frameworks (NIST, HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI DSS).
• Manage Azure subscriptions, RBAC, Intune and Defender for Endpoint.
• Develop SOPs, processes, and policy documents for IAM governance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)

PowerShell

Graph API

Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

Job description

Job Title: Lead Analyst - IAM

Department: Cyber Security - IAM

Location: Hyderabad, India

Employment Type: Full-time

About NationsBenefits:

At NationsBenefits, we are leading the transformation of the insurance industry by developing innovative benefits management solutions. We focus on modernizing complex back-office systems to create scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms that streamline operations for our clients. As part of our strategic growth, we are focused on platform modernization transitioning legacy systems to modern, cloud-native architectures that support the scalability, reliability, and high performance of core back-office functions in the insurance domain.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-driven IAM Automation and Governance Specialist to enhance and automate our identity and access management (IAM) practices. The role will be primarily focused on integrating Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) with UKG (HRIS) systems, ensuring secure identity lifecycle management aligned with Zero Trust, least privilege, and regulatory compliance (HITRUST, HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI DSS).

Key Responsibilities:

Identity & Access Management:

• Expert-level experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
• Hands-on with Entitlement Management: Access Packages, Catalogs
• Proficient in Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Access Reviews, Conditional Access
• Automate Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) workflows and user lifecycle events
• Identify and remediate orphaned accounts and over-permissioned users
• Strong understanding of RBAC and ABAC access control models

Scripting & Automation:

• Strong proficiency in PowerShell (Graph API, AzureAD, MSOnline, Az modules)
• Ability to automate:
• IAM data exports (e.g., PIM assignments, access packages)
• Sign-in & activity log queries
• Provisioning/Deprovisioning tasks
• Knowledge of modular and maintainable scripting best practices

Security & Compliance:

• Understanding of frameworks: NIST 800-53, HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI DSS
• Ability to map IAM controls to compliance framework
• Experience supporting audits through evidence gathering and documentation

Azure Cloud & Microsoft Ecosystem:

• Manage Azure subscriptions, resource groups, and RBAC
• Experience with Intune, Defender for Endpoint, and Company Portal
• Troubleshoot Conditional Access and authentication issues
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance Center

Documentation & Process Management:

• Develop SOPs, process flows, and policy documents
• Create and maintain IAM maturity models and strategic roadmapsPrepare documentation to support regulatory audits

Key Competencies:

• Process Automation: Streamline IAM operations through scripting and workflows
• Security Focus: Deep understanding of IAM security challenges and solutions
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to evaluate and improve access control models
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Bridge gaps between technical and business functions
• Regulatory Awareness: Strong foundation in data protection, access control standards, and compliance regulations

Soft Skills:

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Strong attention to detail with a security-first mindset
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong collaboration across HR, IT, Security, and DevOps teams

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors in computer science, Information Security, or related field
• 810 years of experience in IAM or IT Security
• Experience integrating Microsoft Entra ID with HRIS platforms (preferably UKG)
• Background in IAM governance and automation in compliance-heavy environments

Preferred Certifications:

• Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator
• CISSP / CISM (or equivalent)
• Azure Security Engineer Associate