IAM Governance Specialist

OneAZ Credit Union; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive financial institution is seeking an IAM Specialist to ensure effective access governance and compliance with regulatory requirements. This remote position requires oversight of user access reviews, coordination with various teams, and a strong background in identity management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in IT Security. A competitive salary range of $75K-$95K is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Low-cost Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Gym fee reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Identity and Access Management
• 3-5 years of experience in IT Security or Compliance
• Experience with user access reviews and audit responses

Responsibilities

• Oversee access governance processes across enterprise systems
• Coordinate access reviews and support audit responses
• Maintain documentation of access review procedures

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Information Security or related field

Tools

IAM tools

Job description

Overview

Join Us in Making an Impact. At OneAZ Credit Union, our success is measured by yours. We're here to create lasting change in the lives of our members, our communities, and our team. If you're looking for a career with purpose, where your work truly matters—you've found it!

Who You Are

You're impactful, compassionate, and fearless, ready to embrace new challenges and shape the future of financial well-being. You take accountability for our success and thrive in an environment where curiosity is celebrated. If this sounds like you, let's build something great together.

What You’ll Do

This position will be remote. Must reside in Arizona.

The Identity & Access Management (IAM) Specialist is responsible for overseeing access governance processes across enterprise systems and applications. This role ensures that access controls are designed and operating effectively, aligned with regulatory requirements and internal security policies. The IAM Specialist will coordinate access reviews, support audit responses, and work to strengthen identity governance within a secure and compliant environment.

• Coordinate and monitor user access reviews across enterprise systems, including Active Directory, core banking platforms, and cloud applications.
• Review and validate role-based access models to ensure alignment with the principle of least privilege and segregation of duties.
• Analyze access rights and user entitlement data to identify and report on anomalies, excessive privileges, or policy violations.
• Partner with system administrators and business units to ensure timely remediation of access issues identified during reviews.
• Maintain documentation of access review procedures, escalation paths, and reviewer responsibilities.
• Support audit and compliance efforts by compiling and validating evidence related to user access controls and identity governance.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, and Information Security to improve access governance processes related to onboarding, transfers, and terminations.
• Participate in IAM policy and standard development, ensuring practices align with regulatory expectations (GLBA, FFIEC, NIST).
• Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of IAM tools or platforms to automate access review and certification processes.
• Assist in defining and refining IAM metrics and reporting dashboards to provide insights into access compliance and control effectiveness.

What You Bring

• H.S. Diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in information security, computer science or a related field required.
• 1-3 years similar or related experience in Identity and Access Management required.
• 3-5 years similar or related experience in IT Security, or IT Compliance required.
• Experience supporting user access reviews and audit responses required.
• Experience with implementing and managing IAM tools preferred.
• Financial industry experience or knowledge of banking applications preferred.
• Familiarity with access control principles, user entitlement analysis, and access governance.
• Understanding of RBAC, least privilege, and segregation of duties principles.
• Working knowledge of regulatory and security frameworks such as GLBA, FFIEC, or NIST.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and accountability.
• Strong collaboration skills across technical and business teams.
• Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) Preferred
• Certified Identity and Access Professional (CIAP) Preferred
• Or similar industry certification
• A passion for people, innovation, and growth.

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous paid time off: paid holidays, floating holidays, personal days, vacation days, plus sick time
• Low-cost Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• Paid childcare assistance
• Award-winning 401K
• Gym fee reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student loan repayment
• ... and much more. Explore all the details in our comprehensive Benefits Booklet
• Target hiring range $75K-$95K (Depending on experience and prior to any incentives this position is eligible for)

Why Join OneAZ?

At OneAZ, we're not just a credit union; we're a financial trailblazer that passionately cares about inspiring dreams and driving prosperity in the communities we serve. We exist to clear the way for dreamers and doers, aspiring to be the bank for new pioneers.

We are driving change in our communities, constantly improving our products and services so our members and their families can relentlessly pursue their dreams. By embodying our values and living our promise, you'll be part of a team committed to exceeding expectations and redefining what's possible.

Additional Notes

Knowingly submitting false information will result in disqualification for consideration of future positions, termination of employment and forfeiture of other rights. Candidates for this position will be required to sign an authorization for OneAZ to conduct a credit and criminal background check, pursuant to procedures in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and any other applicable laws. All candidates will be considered for this position on an individualized basis, in compliance with all applicable equal employment opportunity laws. Ensures compliance with applicable policies, laws, and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance, USA Patriot Act, and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The associate understands that the job description is neither complete, nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an associate may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. Complies with all policies and standards. Position grades could fluctuate based on market value.