Access Administrator

LionHires; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LionHires is seeking an Access Administrator to safeguard systems while enabling the team with precise access. You will own user lifecycle, enforce privilege standards, and drive continuous security improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years in access management or information security, plus hands-on experience with IAM systems and directory services. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on access management or information security experience.
• Strong understanding of access management principles and security best practices.
• Experience with IAM systems and directory services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end user lifecycle management to maintain security controls.
• Validate and assign access levels based on roles and least privilege.
• Lead regular security audits to identify and remediate excessive access.
• Develop and maintain robust access control policies.
• Monitor user activity to detect anomalies and threats.
• Investigate violations and coordinate incident resolution.
• Prepare reports and propose improvements to security processes.

Skills

Access management

Directory services

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

IAM systems

Active Directory

LDAP

Job description

About the Role

Are you a detail-oriented professional passionate about cybersecurity and user governance? We are looking for an Access Administrator to act as the primary guardian of our system security, ensuring that sensitive data is protected while empowering our team with the exact access they need to succeed. In this role, you will be the cornerstone of our compliance efforts, translating complex security requirements into streamlined, day-to-day operations.

About the Client

Our partner is a tech company building product engineering across Fintech, iGaming, and Marketing. They turn innovative ideas into high-performing engines and launch them at scale.

What You Will Do

• Manage the User Lifecycle: Oversee the end-to-end management of user accounts, including efficient creation, modification, and deletion to maintain tight security control.
• Enforce Privilege Standards: Validate and assign appropriate access levels based on specific roles and responsibilities, ensuring adherence to the principle of least privilege.
• Conduct Security Audits: Lead regular audits of user accounts to proactively identify, track, and eliminate excessive or outdated access rights.
• Implement Access Policies: Develop and maintain robust access control policies to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
• Monitor System Activity: Continuously track user access activities to detect anomalies and identify potential threats or vulnerabilities.
• Execute Incident Response: Investigate access control violations, provide prompt resolution, document all incidents, and elevate to cross-functional teams when necessary.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Analyze post-incident data, prepare detailed reports, and propose process enhancements to optimize security workflows.

What You Bring

• Experience: 1-2 years of hands-on experience in access management, account administration, or information security.
• Core Knowledge: A strong understanding of access management principles and industry-standard security best practices.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated experience working with IAM (Identity and Access Management) systems and directory services such as Active Directory, LDAP, or similar.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable information for employees at all organizational levels.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve security incidents efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Haves)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with the Okta access management platform.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ISO27001, ISO27701, PCI DSS, or GDPR.
• Experience automating access management tasks via scripting.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or similar).

What's in It for You

• True Ownership: You will have the autonomy to influence our security roadmap and make architectural decisions that protect our production environments.
• Impactful Work: Your work directly safeguards real-money flows and critical financial data, making a tangible difference in the security of our users.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a cross-functional team of experts in engineering, fraud, and payments who value security and knowledge sharing.
• Continuous Growth: We invest in your professional development through support for advanced certifications, conference attendance, and research time.
• Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive compensation, health coverage, and flexible working arrangements.

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