Identity Access Management Security Engineer

Highmark Health; Jackson (MS); Remote; USD 86,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking an Identity & Access Management Security Engineer to join the SSO/Federation engineering team. You will develop, test, and integrate IAM solutions across Oracle OAM, PingOne AIC, Entra ID, and OAuth/SAML/SCIM integrations to secure access to resources.

You will troubleshoot complex identity-related issues, monitor IAM systems, and train staff on IAM processes. This role emphasizes security engineering and collaboration with IT teams and partners."

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Information Security, IAM Engineering and/or Systems Analysis.
• 3 years of IAM concepts: identity life cycle management, role-based access control, authentication, authorization, entitlements, and permissions.
• 3 years of experience with IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Saviynt, OIM/OAM, Ping Identity, CyberArk, Duo, Entra, and related tools.
• Proficiency with programming and scripting languages: Java, C#, C++, Java BeanShell, XML, Unix shell scripting, JavaScript, PowerShell, Python.
• Familiarity with AD/LDAP, Oracle, SQL Server, Linux/Unix, Windows, Apache/IIS, WebSphere/WebLogic/JBoss, and SAML/OAuth/OIDC/SCIM.

Responsibilities

• Develops, tests, implements, and integrates IAM systems and solutions; performs basic integration testing.
• Troubleshoots identities, systems, access, authentication, authorization, entitlements, and permissions issues.
• Maintains IAM systems through patching, operation, monitoring, and incident handling.
• Facilitates IAM capability adoption, training, communication, and education.
• Uses reusable strategies and frameworks to support enterprise IAM services.

Skills

IAM engineering

Identity lifecycle management

RBAC

SSO

Cryptography

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Computer Science / Information Systems or closely related discipline

Master’s degree in Computer Science / Information Systems or closely related discipline

Tools

SailPoint

Saviynt

OIM

OAM

Ping Identity

RadiantLogic

Centrify

Entra

RACF

CyberArk

Duo

SecureAuth

Job description

Company :

Highmark Health

Job Description :

JOB SUMMARY

The Identity & Access Management Security Engineer participates in the development, testing, implementation, and integration of Identity and Access Management systems and solutions. This role is a part of our Single Sign-On (SSO)/Federation engineering team, focusing on the support and configuration of identity solutions such as Oracle Access Manager, PingOne Advanced Identity Cloud, Entra ID, and OAuth/SAML/SCIM integrations. Responsibilities include identifying and analyzing system information and requirements and interpreting the data to facilitate the resolution resolving systems design weaknesses, executing tasks based on prioritization of troubleshooting efforts and working with all resources to identify resolutions to complex issues surrounding access to systems. This position works with IT internal support teams and external partners to provide the highest standards of support relative to identity access management practices. Other responsibilities include monitoring and maintenance of IAM systems, training and communication of (IAM) processes, and advising on IAM solutions and best practices.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, tests, implements, and integrates Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems and solutions.Performs basic integration testing of systems. Executes engineering tasks to ensure that solutions protect information resources against unauthorized use, inappropriate degrees of access, disclosure, damage and/or loss. Leverages problem solving and data analysis skills to ensure projects deliver on time.
• Troubleshoots and manages the resolution of issues related to identities, systems, access, accounts, authentication, authorization, entitlements, and permissions. Determines and recommend the most appropriate response to identified more complex problems, issues and/or defects by assessing impact and prioritization.
• Executes maintenance, patching, operating, and monitoring of IAM systems. Troubleshoots, supports and resolves system incidents, problems and changes, as required.
• Facilitate the continuous adoption, training, communication, and education of IAM capabilities, functions, and standards.
• Utilizes and refines reusable strategies, decisions, service components, libraries and frameworks to support enterprise-level IAM services.
• Maintains awareness and knowledge of current changes within legal, regulatory, and technology environments which may affect operations. Ensures senior management and staff are informed of any changes and updates in a timely manner. Establishes and maintains appropriate network of professional contacts. Maintains membership in appropriate professional organizations and publications. Attends meetings, seminars and conferences and maintains continuity of any required or desirable certifications, if applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years of experience in Information Security, IAM Engineering and/or Systems Analysis.
• 3 years' Experience with IAM concepts such as identity life cycle management, role-based access control, authentication, authorization, access control, multi-factor authentication, single sign-on and cryptography.
• 3 years' Experience with:

Identity Access Management Platforms such as: SailPoint, Saviynt, Dilinea, CyberArk, Duo, OIM, OAM, Ping Identity, SecureAuth, RadiantLogic, Centrify, Entra, RACF.

Programming/Scripting languages such as: Java, C#/C++, Java BeanShell, XML, Unix shell scripting, JavaScript, PowerShell, Python.

Supporting Technologies and standards: Active Directory, LDAP, Oracle, SQL server, SQL query, Linux/Unix, Windows platform, Apache, IIS, WebSphere, Weblogic, JBoss, SAML, OAuth, OIDC, FIDO, SCIM.

Preferred

• 3 years of Experience with network security architecture, network and networking protocols.
• 3 years of Experience working within an information security function using the HITRUST Common Security Framework (HITRUST CSF), or the NIST 800-83 cyber security framework.
• 3 years' Experience working within SAFe Agile framework.
• 3 years' Experience in financial, healthcare, or other regulated industries.

SKILLS

Knowledge of HITRUST CSF, NIST 800-83 cyber security framework, PCI, HIPAA, HITECH, COBIT, ISO 27001/2, and ITIL3.

Identity Access Management Platforms: Systems integration or software engineering of identity and access management (IAM) solutions such as SailPoint, Saviynt, DiLinea, CyberArk, Duo, OIM, OAM, Ping Identity, SecureAuth, RadiantLogic, Centrify, Entra, RACF.

Programming language: Java, Java Beanshell, C#/C++.

Directory Services: Active Directory, LDAP, virtual directory services.

Database Services: Oracle, SQL server, query language, stored procedures.

Operating Systems: Linux/Unix, Windows platform.

Web/application Servers: Apache, IIS, WebSphere, Weblogic, JBoss.

Scripting languages: Unix shell scripting, JavaScript, PowerShell.

Industry standard Web Access Management (WAM) and related protocols: OAuth, OIDC, FIDO, SCIM, LDAP v3, SAML.

Familiarity with secure SDLC best practices.

Knowledge of Microsoft Apps and Suites, Windows server, SharePoint, etc.

Strong teamwork and inter-personal skills.

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or closely related discipline.

Preferred

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or closely related discipline.

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

Required

None

Preferred

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

CISA

CISM

SANS Certifications

IAM Vendor Certification (like Ping, Entra, etc.)

Cloud Certification

SAFe Agile Certifications

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office- or Remote-based

Teaches / trains others

Occasionally

Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

No

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum:

$86,400.00

Pay Range Maximum:

$138,600.00

Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

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