Director, Identity Governance & Administration - Remote

Experian; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global data and technology company is seeking a Director of Identity Governance & Administration to lead their IGA strategy and ensure secure identity management across the organization. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience, including 5 years in leadership roles. This is a remote position offering competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Great compensation package and bonus plan

Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K

Flexible work environment

Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Identity and Access Management, including 5+ years leading IGA programs.
• Experience in product ownership or management of security technologies.
• Background in developing IGA strategies and architectures in large enterprises.
• Hands-on expertise with platforms like SailPoint, Saviynt, or One Identity.
• Knowledge of access control principles, security frameworks, and compliance standards.
• Mentorship experience and ability to present technical topics to a variety of teammates.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the strategic vision, roadmap, and execution of Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) capabilities.
• Be the primary product owner and liaison for IGA solutions across the organization.
• Lead an IGA team, encouraging innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the selection, implementation, and optimization of IGA technologies.
• Integrate automation and AI to enhance operational efficiency and proactive risk management.
• Establish and enforce enterprise-wide access control policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Monitor and improve program effectiveness through Measurements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HIPAA) and manage identity-related risks.

Skills

Identity and Access Management

Leadership

Security Technologies Management

Risk Management

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field

CISSP certification

CISM certification

CISA certification

Tools

SailPoint

Saviynt

One Identity

Job description

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

We are looking for a strategic Director, Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) to join our Global Security Office. You will be the product manager for IGA, driving and accomplishing our IGA strategy, overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of IGA technologies, and ensuring the secure management of identity and access across the organization. You will strengthen our overall cybersecurity posture, working with teams to establish, enforce, and evolve our access control practices.

You will report to the Senior Director of Identity and Access Management (IAM). This is a remote position.

You'll have opportunity to:

• Define and lead the strategic vision, roadmap, and execution of Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) capabilities.
• Be the primary product owner and liaison for IGA solutions across the organization.
• Lead an IGA team, encouraging innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the selection, implementation, and optimization of IGA technologies.
• Integrate automation and AI to enhance operational efficiency and proactive risk management.
• Establish and enforce enterprise-wide access control policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Monitor and improve program effectiveness through Measurements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HIPAA) and manage identity-related risks.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Identity and Access Management, including 5+ years leading IGA programs.
• Experience in product ownership or management of security technologies.
• Background in developing IGA strategies and architectures in large enterprises.
• Hands-on expertise with platforms like SailPoint, Saviynt, or One Identity.
• Knowledge of access control principles, security frameworks, and compliance standards.
• Mentorship experience and ability to present technical topics to a variety of teammates.
• Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA; Bachelor's in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.

Additional Information

Benefits/Perks:

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
• Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://yourexperianbenefits.com/cand-index.html
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Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. You will be also eligible for a variable pay opportunity.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our inclusive workforce allows everyone to succeed and bring their whole self to work. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.