IAM Engineer

Network For Electronic Transfers (S); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial technology organization in Singapore is looking for an IAM Engineer. This role involves managing user identities, ensuring adherence to access control principles, and supporting IAM functions across the organization. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and at least 5 years of experience in IT Operations or IAM roles, preferably in financial institutions. Strong communication and technical skills are essential for collaborating effectively with various divisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT Operations or IAM-related roles.
• Experience preferably in financial institutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform user access provisioning and de-provisioning.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Collaborate with IT and business units for access-related issues.

Skills

Access control principles

IAM lifecycle processes

SailPoint

CyberArk

Basic knowledge of Active Directory

Scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python)

Cloud platform exposure

Regulatory compliance frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

Company: Network For Electronic Transfers (S)

BCS is NETS’ wholly owned subsidiary, and is an entity within the NETS Group. It manages and operates clearing and payment infrastructure for the Singapore Automated Clearing House, including Fast And Secure Transfers (FAST), Inter-bank GIRO (IBG), Cheque Truncation System (CTS), and provides services for PayNow and SGQR Central Repository.

Team and Position Summary

The IT Security Team at BCS ensures the security, availability and resilience of BCS systems, protecting data and mitigating emerging cyber threats in alignment with regulatory requirements.

The Identity and Access Management (IAM) unit is a key function within IT Security, responsible to oversee the IAM function within the organisation and deals with provisioning and protecting digital identities and user access permissions in IT systems.

The IAM Engineer will report to the IAM Lead and is responsible for supporting the Identity and Access Management (IAM) function within the organisation. This role ensures secure and efficient management of user identities, access privileges, and authentication mechanisms. The IAM Specialist will work closely with the different divisions in BCS and Technology teams to maintain compliance, strengthen security posture, and deliver IAM services effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform user access provisioning and de-provisioning across various systems and applications.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure timely and secure access management.
• Monitor and respond to IAM-related service requests and incidents.
• Assist in periodic access reviews and certification campaigns.
• Maintain accurate documentation of IAM processes and access records.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to resolve access-related issues.
• Support compliance and audit activities by providing necessary access logs and reports.
• Participate in IAM tool configuration, testing, and deployment activities as needed.
• Ensure adherence to security policies and standards in all IAM operations.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT Operations or IAM-related roles, preferably in financial institutions or related industries.

Skills and Knowledge

• Understanding of access control principles and IAM lifecycle processes.
• Familiarity with IAM tools such as SailPoint, CyberArk, or similar platforms.
• Basic knowledge of Active Directory, LDAP, and ITSM systems (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Experience with scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks applicable to the financial sector in Singapore, including MAS guidelines, GDPR, ISO/IEC 27001, and other relevant data protection and access control standards.
• Exposure to cloud platforms and IAM integration (e.g., Azure AD, AWS IAM).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Professional Certifications

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM).

Banking Computer Services Pte Ltd (a subsidiary of Network for Electronic Transfers (Singapore) Pte Ltd)