Identity and Access Management Analyst

TikTok Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 119,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is seeking an Identity and Access Management Analyst to design, operate, and govern access to USDS data and systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to implement controls, enforce least privilege, and drive metrics across weekly and monthly cadences.

The role focuses on operationalizing identity ecosystems, provisioning/deprovisioning, and collaboration with Risk and Compliance to meet policy standards and regional regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years IAM or access governance experience.
• Experience designing and deploying enterprise IAM solutions with RBAC, PAM, reviews and provisioning.
• Proficient in at least one language (Python, Java, or Ruby) with API integration skills.
• Strong SQL skills across MySQL, Hive and Redis; cloud deployments a plus.
• Knowledge of frameworks like NIST and ISO and related regulatory requirements.
• Analytical mindset; able to learn fast in changing security contexts.
• Excellent communication for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design IAM program addressing data residency and fine-grained RBAC requirements.
• Develop and implement access governance policies and procedures.
• Define requirements for in-house or external IAM technologies and security controls.
• Automate IAM workflows to improve efficiency and maturity.
• Review access periodically and remediate non-compliant access promptly.
• Monitor and report on inappropriate data access events.
• Collaborate with security and privacy teams to classify data by sensitivity.
• Support risk and compliance interactions and findings for non-compliance.
• Design and report key IAM metrics for weekly to bi-monthly cadences.
• Participate in security reviews to ensure governance policy compliance.
• Align access governance initiatives with organizational goals.

Skills

Identity & Access Management

RBAC

PAM

Access Reviews

SOD

LCM

Automation

Python/Java/Ruby

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Cyber Security, or a related field

Tools

MySQL

Hive

Redis

Job description

Responsibilities

The Identity and Access Management vertical within USDS Data Protection Team is responsible for designing, operating and maintaining an identity and access management program with a mission to enforce the principle of security by design and least privilege. We strive to establish secure and compliant processes around provisioning, deprovisioning and governance of access to USDS data and infrastructure proactively identifying and reducing risks.

As an Identity and Access Management Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting the team along with a team of cross-functional cyber, privacy, engineering, and data protection analysts to define, implement, manage, and measure controls to protect data in accordance with USDS policies and standards relevant to geographical regulations, contractual commitments, and confidentiality requirements. The Identity and Access Management Analyst will play a pivotal role in operationalization of the identity ecosystem and access management programs in USDS.

Responsibilities:

• Design access management program that addresses data residency and fine-grained role-based access requirements and controls as necessitated by business needs and regulations


• Assist in the development and implementation of access governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.


• Build and review technical and functional requirements for in-house or external technologies to support access management and assurance needs, including applying appropriate security measures


• Automate and operationalize access management workflows to improve efficiency and maturity


• Support periodic reviews of access to USDS data and systems, and drive remediation of non-compliant access in a timely fashion


• Implement and enforce mechanisms to proactively monitor, respond and report on inappropriate data access events


• Work with other security and privacy teams to classify and categorize data based on sensitivity and compliance requirements


• Support interactions with Risk and Compliance to understand control requirements and provide information to support findings for non-compliance with internal security policies


• Design and report key metrics and visualizations for weekly, monthly and bimonthly cadences across multiple audiences


• Participate in security reviews to ensure compliance with access governance policies.


• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure alignment of access governance initiatives with organizational goals.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Cyber Security, or a related field, with 5+ years of dedicated experience in identity and access management (IAM) or access governance.


• Proven experience designing and deploying enterprise IAM solutions, with deep practical knowledge of access governance concepts (RBAC, PAM, Access Reviews, SOD, LCM, and automated provisioning/deprovisioning).


• Proficient in at least one modern programming language (such as Python, Java, or Ruby) with hands‑on ability to write scripts, build workflow automations, configure tools, and integrate via APIs.


• Strong experience querying and analyzing complex datasets across diverse database systems (e.g., MySQL, Hive, Redis) using SQL, alongside familiarity with cloud-based deployments.


• Solid working knowledge of industry cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO).


• Sharp analytical capabilities with a demonstrated track record of quickly assimilating new cybersecurity developments and adapting to fast‑paced, evolving environments.


• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to translate complex technical and security concepts clearly for cross‑functional technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of technology environments and various databases


• Experience working with technology partners to validate data-related problems


• Experience working with Microservices architecture


• Experience in automating access management workflows to reduce operational overhead


• Experience with risk and controls frameworks including (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST RMF, FAIR, COBIT, NIST RMF, ISO 31000 etc.) is a plus

About USDS

TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is dedicated to the safety and security of millions of Americans who create, discover, and connect with what they love on the apps we operate. The Joint Venture has been established in compliance with the Executive Order signed by President Trump on September 25, 2025. Our foundation is a comprehensive data privacy and cybersecurity program we operate under defined safeguards to protect national security and secure U.S. user data, apps and the algorithm. We safeguard the U.S. content ecosystem, holding decision‑making authority for trust and safety policies and moderation. USDS Joint Venture helps ensure Americans can continue to express their creativity, discover new hobbies and interests, and build thriving communities and businesses on a global scale.

On‑site presence across teams allows the company to operate with greater speed, alignment, and agility — especially in areas like real‑time decision‑making, team development, and integrated execution. As such, the company is shifting from a hybrid work model to a fully in‑person schedule up to 5 days a week.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.

We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

USDS Reasonable Accommodation

USDS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/USDS-RA

Job Information

【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $118800 - $269800 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;


2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and


3. Exercising sound judgment.