ForgeRock Identity and Access Management Engineer

Request Technology; Town of Texas, Coppell (WI, TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Identity and Access Management Engineer to enhance their IAM capabilities. This role focuses on integrating internal applications with the ForgeRock Identity suite, emphasizing security policies and access control. The ideal candidate will collaborate with IT and business teams to implement solutions, ensuring best practices in user access management. If you have a passion for security and a strong background in IAM, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a prestigious financial institution.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IAM experience preferred.
• Proven ability to report on controls and execute effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer and configure IAM products, especially ForgeRock Identity.
• Develop custom integrations and workflows using Agile methodologies.

Skills

IAM System Design

ForgeRock

Java

JavaScript

Groovy

Python

Shell Scripting

Multi-Factor Authentication

Single Sign-On Protocols

Security Frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Industry certifications (CISSP, ITIL)

Tools

ForgeRock Identity Platform

SailPoint Identity IQ

ServiceNow

AWS

Job description

We are unable to sponsor for this permanent full-time role.

Position is bonus eligible.

Overview

Prestigious Financial Institution is seeking a Senior Identity and Access Management Engineer with strong ForgeRock experience. The candidate will be responsible for access control and related programs, supporting applications like ForgeRock, SailPoint, and Duo. The role emphasizes integrating internal applications with the ForgeRock Identity suite using OAuth methodologies and custom scopes, collaborating with application development teams and enterprise architecture. Team members will work on IAM system design, implementation, and operational support, as well as assist with compliance, control evaluation, and audit evidence gathering.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary duties satisfactorily, including administration and configuration of IAM products, especially ForgeRock Identity.
• Develop custom integrations, workflows, and rules using Agile methodologies.
• Plan, implement, enforce, and review security policies, procedures, and controls specific to IAM.
• Process access requests and issue tickets for internal and external customers.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of system issues affecting enterprise production.
• Manage project phases from design to deployment.
• Report on controls, gather evidence, and ensure control execution.
• Collaborate across IT and Business departments to implement technical solutions.
• Monitor, evaluate, and maintain systems to enforce best practices for user access control.
• Research and implement changes to enhance system security.
• Communicate security policies and procedures to users.
• Assist customers with multi-platform security access issues.
• Identify or develop tools to monitor and manage risk.
• Support management with special projects and additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to report on controls, gather evidence, and execute controls effectively.
• Experience working across IT and Business units to implement solutions.
• Ability to monitor and evaluate systems to uphold access management best practices.
• Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, COBIT).
• Experience supporting ForgeRock Identity Platform components.
• Familiarity with Multi-Factor Authentication systems (e.g., Duo, Entrust).
• Knowledge of Single Sign-On protocols (OIDC, OAuth2.0, SAML) and systems (Okta, Ping, Siteminder).
• Development skills in Java, JavaScript, Groovy, Python, and shell scripting.
• Understanding of Encryption and Network protocols (SSL, IPv4, HTTP).
• Basic Linux and Windows server administration knowledge.
• Familiarity with AWS and IT audit processes.
• Preferred skills include SailPoint Identity IQ, E-GRC/Archer, ServiceNow, Mainframe architecture, and Directory services.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of IAM experience preferred.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP or ITIL are advantageous.