IAM Security Architect

Cambia Health Solutions; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Annual employer contribution to health savings account

Generous paid time off

10 company-paid holidays

Market-leading retirement plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Cambia Health Solutions in Portland, Oregon, seeks an IAM Security Architect to lead the evolution of identity solutions. This hybrid position entails developing architectures, setting technical strategies, and providing security leadership throughout the organization.

Candidates should have extensive IT experience, strong business understanding, and expertise in health insurance technologies. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $140,000 – $175,000, with additional benefits covering health, retirement, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 10 years total IT experience, including 2 years in information security.
• 5+ years designing complete system solutions in complex environments.
• Experience in health insurance technologies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply reference architectures and implementations.
• Provide technical security leadership across the organization.
• Translate business feedback into technical direction.

Skills

Architectural experience in information security

Security technology domains expertise

Problem-solving ability

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of NIST CSF, HITRUST, ISO 27001

Experience with AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or a related field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

IAM Security Architect – Hybrid (In office 3 days/week) located in Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Utah. Lead the evolution of identity solutions across the enterprise, covering workforce IAM and customer IAM, and build modern, high‑trust identity experiences using adaptive MFA, passwordless authentication, SAML, WebAuthn, and OIDC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply reference architectures, patterns, and implementations to technology solutions, documenting all work with industry‑standard tools.
• Set technical and product strategies by interpreting industry trends, anticipating market opportunities, and aligning current activities with future direction across the organization.
• Provide technical security leadership organization‑wide and serve as a key resource on security matters, shaping security architecture solutions and services.
• Estimate and manage project resources accurately, auditing project status to ensure technical and process excellence throughout execution.
• Partner strategically with internal and external stakeholders, including industry leaders and customers, to develop business strategies that anticipate and influence industry trends.
• Translate business feedback into technical direction, aligning individual project roles and overseeing solution design based on project requirements and architectural patterns.
• Oversee product development processes by teaming with management to integrate business direction with technical strategies and execution.
• Drive thought leadership by utilizing industry intelligence, shaping initiatives and standards, and conducting presentations at customer, industry, and media events.
• Champion process improvement by challenging and refining IT processes and leading architecture practices to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Facilitate organizational adaptation in response to company and industry changes while continuously developing personal technical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Ten years total IT experience, including at least two years in information security and two years of technical leadership/architecture experience.
• Minimum five years of experience evaluating business requirements and designing complete system solutions in complex environments.
• Strong business understanding, including health insurance technologies and regulations.
• Experience in the health insurance industry, payer‑oriented processes, or equivalent education and experience.

Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrated architecture experience in information security.
• Subject‑matter expertise in security technology domains and their relation to overall technology infrastructure.
• Ability to resolve highly complex, large‑scale or systems‑level problems efficiently.
• Strong verbal, written, and persuasive communication skills to influence individuals and groups.
• Proficiency in audio/visual tools and presenting technical information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to influence and lead project direction and collaborate with peers to implement ideas and concepts.
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST CSF, HITRUST, and ISO 27001.
• Experience with AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity and decision‑making (highly desired).

Compensation & Benefits

Expected hiring range: $140,000 – $175,000 per year, depending on skills, experience, education, and training; relevant licensure or certifications; and performance history. Bonus target: 15%. Current full salary range: $140,000 – $228,000 per year.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members, including mental health benefits; annual employer contribution to a health savings account; generous paid time off; 10 company‑paid holidays; market‑leading retirement plan with company match on 401(k) contributions and discretionary contribution based on company performance; up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligibility requires 12 months of continuous service); award‑winning wellness programs; employee assistance fund; commute and parking benefits. Full details available in our benefits information.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity employer dedicated to a drug and tobacco‑free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.