IAM Executive Advisor (Information Security Executive Advisor)

Elevance Health (Anthem); Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health in Indianapolis or St. Louis is seeking an IAM Executive Advisor to lead identity and access management initiatives.

The role requires designing IAM architectures, guiding cross-functional teams, and translating complex requirements into practical implementation plans. Ideal candidates will have deep expertise in SailPoint, Okta and CyberArk, with a track record of aligning IAM with business objectives, and reporting to executive management.

Qualifications

• Requires BS/BA in Information Technology or related field and a minimum of 10 years of experience in systems administration and security aspects of information systems, access management and network security technologies, network communications.
• Experience with multiple technical and business disciplines required.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for executive management.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the primary advisor for IAM initiatives, providing expertise and guidance on IAM practices.
• Designs and architects IAM solutions using SailPoint, Okta, and CyberArk to align with business objectives and security requirements.
• Translates complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications for implementation.
• Leads integration of IAM solutions with existing systems for seamless operation.
• Provides hands-on expertise in configuring IAM tools to meet organizational needs.
• Educates stakeholders through training sessions and presentations on IAM processes and tools.

Skills

Identity Management

Security architecture

Stakeholder leadership

Vendor management

Education

BS/BA in IT or related field

Tools

SailPoint

Okta

CyberArk

Job description

IAM Executive Advisor (Information Security Executive Advisor)

IAM Executive Advisor (Information Security Executive Advisor)

Location:

This role requires associates to be in-office 1 day per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Ideal candidates will be able to report to one of our Pulse Point locations in Indianapolis, IN or St. Louis, MO. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

How you will make an impact:

• Acts as the primary advisor for IAM initiatives, providing expertise and guidance on the best practices for identity management solutions.
• Designs and architects IAM solutions using SailPoint, Okta, and CyberArk, ensuring alignment with business objectives and security requirements.
• Translates complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications and actionable plans for implementation.
• Leads the integration of IAM solutions with existing systems, ensuring seamless operation and optimized performance.
• Provides hands-on expertise in configuring and customizing IAM tools to meet specific organizational needs.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to understand business challenges and propose effective IAM strategies.
• Serves as a liaison between IAM technical teams and business units, ensuring clear communication and project alignment.
• Stays up to date with the latest IAM technologies and industry trends to recommend improvements and innovations.
• Conducts training sessions and presentations to educate stakeholders on IAM processes and tools.
• Establishes architecture oversight and planning for information and network security technologies.
• Leads development of an information security risk management program that includes business, regulatory, industry practices and technical environment considerations.
• Establishes strategic vendor relationships for security products and services.
• Develops enterprise-wide security incident response plans and strategies that includes integration with business, compliance, privacy, and legal constituents and requirements.
• Provides advanced level engineering design functions.
• Provides trouble resolution and serves as point of technical escalation on complex problems.
• Creates presentations and seeks IT and business management approval and acceptance of significant replacements or reconfigurations of major security technologies serving the Enterprise.
• Provides technical guidance and leadership to the technical engineers within the organization.
• Participates in the design of the enterprise architecture.
• Proposes opportunities to improve results based on targeted or continuous assessment.
• Researches relevant trends and activities in healthcare, business, competition, and regulatory environments.
• Participates in enterprise planning activity, including vendor assessment, technology platform selection and retirement, prioritization, and integration.
• Serves as technical merger and acquisition lead.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for executive management.
• Provides top-tier support for 6 or more of the information security technology common body of knowledge skill sets: 1) Access Control, 2) Application Security, 3) Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning, 4) Cryptography, 5) Information Security and Risk Management 6) Legal, Regulations, 7) Compliance and Investigations, 8) Operations Security, 9) Physical (Environmental) Security, 10) Security Architecture and Design, 11) Telecommunications and Network Security.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires BS/BA in Information Technology or related field of study and a minimum of 10 years of experience in systems administration and security aspects of information systems, access management and network security technologies, network communications, computer networking, telecommunications, systems development and management, hardware, software, data, and people; experience with multiple technical and business disciplines required; or any combination of education and experience, which would pr