IAM (Identity & Access Management) Engineer - Fixed-Term

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Social Development (MSD) seeks an IAM Engineer to design, implement and support secure identity services across workforce and digital environments.

You will work with security architects to align services with NZISM, PSR and governance, implement SSO, federation, and lifecycle management, while fostering knowledge sharing within the Identity Practice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise IAM solutions.
• Exposure to IGA, authentication, federation, and access management.
• Familiarity with SAML, OAuth2, OIDC, and SCIM.
• Understanding of RBAC, least privilege and Zero Trust.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support IAM services across workforce and digital environments.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver identity governance.
• Investigate and resolve identity-related incidents and complex issues.
• Maintain IAM configurations and documentation throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

IAM design

IGA exposure

Auth standards

RBAC & Zero Trust

Cloud & hybrid

NZISM/PSR

Stakeholder comms

Job description

Our team values respect, trust and continuous learning, and we're proud of the collaborative culture we've builtSupportive and skilled Identity Practice that believes the best outcomes come from working togetherShare knowledge, invest in developing each other's capability and create opportunities for people to contribute beyond their immediate roleIf you're looking for a role where you can solve interesting identity challenges, learn from experienced practitioners and help shape the future of identity at MSD, we'd love to hear from you.Build trust into every solution. Strengthen communities. Join MSD.About our team | Mo te timaNew Zealand is changing, and so are we. MSD is transforming to build a smarter, simpler, more responsive welfare system. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a once-in-a-generation transformation to deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders. Join a multidisciplinary team driving people-led, technology-enabled change at scale.It is an exciting time to be at MSD and we are seeking passionate Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineers to be the key players in our Technology Security and Identity practice, driving innovative solutions in a dynamic environment.At MSD, your contribution does more than just advance technology - it enables change and paves the way for accessible support systems for all New Zealanders. Here, you will work alongside like-minded experts, applying your skills and knowledge to create meaningful impact.About the role | Mo te tungaAs an IAM Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our identity and access management capabilities, helping design, implement and support secure identity services across workforce and digital environments. You will work closely with other technical teams, vendors, architects and business stakeholders to deliver identity governance, authentication, federation and access management solutions that enable secure and seamless access to services and support MSD's transformation program.Your expertise will help MSD evolve its identity capabilities in line with emerging technologies, regulatory requirements and organisational transformation objectives.In addition, you'll have the opportunity to:Design, implement, and support identity and access management solutions across workforce and digital service environments including authentication, federation, SSO and identity integrationsConfigure and maintain identity governance, authentication and access management platformsSupport identity lifecycle management processes including onboarding, role changes and offboarding.Contribute to capability development, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the Identity PracticeCollaborate with Practice Managers and Security Architects to ensure identity services align with security policies, standards and regulatory requirementsInvestigate and resolve identity-related incidents and complex technical issuesManage and maintain configurations of IAM services, ensuring documentation is current throughout the service lifecycle.What you bring | Ou pumanawatangaYou'll bring a strong technical foundation in identity and access management along with a passion for modern technologies and secure digital services. You'll also have:Experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise IAM solutionsExposure to Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Authentication, federation, access management or customer identity capabilitiesFamiliarity with implementing modern identity standards including SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect and SCIMAn understanding of least privilege, role-based access control and Zero Trust security principlesExperience with cloud and hybrid environmentsKnowledge of security and governance frameworks such as NZISM and PSRStrong stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills.Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga TungaPlease click here for the Position Description.Salary | Utu-a-tau: $103,846.00 - $125,998.00Applications close | Ka kati nga tono hei te: Sunday 8th NovemberAbout us | Mo matouThe Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whanau and communities.As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.How to apply | Me pehea te tuku tonoBefore you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application. Candidate Guidance - Responsible AI use in recruitmentTo apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your skills and experience relate to the key responsibilities listed in the position description and job advertisement.All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [e-mail] MSD Employees - please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.Joining us | Ko te hono maiJoining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.Find similar jobs:Information Technology Jobs