IAM Engineer

TechDigital Group; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IAM Specialist to enhance its identity and access management processes. This role involves managing user accounts, processing access requests, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in computer science and experience with Azure IAM tools. You'll collaborate with various departments to maintain a secure environment while providing excellent support to end-users. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will be vital in safeguarding digital assets and ensuring seamless access for users.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in IAM with a focus on Azure cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with Azure Entra ID and RBAC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage user accounts and service principals across systems.
• Process access requests and resolve identity-related issues.

Skills

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Azure

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure Active Directory

IAM Tools

Job description

Responsibilities

1. User Account and Service Principal Management
   Assist in the provisioning, de-provisioning, and modification of user accounts and service principals across various systems and applications.
   Perform routine checks and updates on user accounts and service principals access permissions to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
2. Access Requests
   Process and manage access requests through the organization's ticketing system.
   Verify and validate user access needs, ensuring appropriate levels of access are granted based on job requirements.
3. Incident Management
   Respond to and resolve basic identity and access-related issues, such as login problems, access denials, and permission errors.
   Escalate more complex issues to the IAM Tier 2 team as needed.
4. System Monitoring and Reporting
   Monitor IAM systems for potential issues, unauthorized access attempts, and anomalies.
   Generate and review reports on user access and account activities.
5. Compliance and Security
   Assist in enforcing IAM policies and procedures to maintain compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements.
   Participate in routine audits and security reviews as required.
   Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments to support a cohesive security posture.
6. Documentation and Communication
   Maintain accurate records and documentation related to user access and identity management processes.
   Communicate effectively with end-users and internal teams to provide support and resolve access-related issues.

Key Qualifications

1. The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to Computer Science, Information Security and Information Systems.
2. 1-2 years of experience in an IAM environment with a focus on Azure or related cloud cybersecurity areas.
3. Familiarity with Azure cloud, services, architectures, and security features are strongly preferred.
4. Familiarity with Azure Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), RBAC and IAM tools are strongly preferred.
5. Good written, verbal communication and customer facing skills.
6. Relevant Azure IAM certifications are preferred (SC-300 strongly preferred).