Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager – Healthcare & OKTA

Hays; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager, specializing in OKTA and healthcare compliance. This remote role involves managing IAM initiatives to ensure secure and efficient access to systems and data, aligning with operational needs while adhering to regulations. Candidates will have deep expertise in IAM technologies and must demonstrate excellent leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IAM, with 2+ years in a managerial role.
• Expertise in OKTA and healthcare regulatory requirements (HIPAA, HITECH).
• Familiarity with IAM protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, SCIM).

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of IAM strategy focusing on OKTA.
• Oversee user lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with IT, Security, and Compliance teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Healthcare Compliance

IAM Technologies

OKTA Implementation

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

OKTA Identity Cloud

SailPoint

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our client is seeking an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager – Healthcare & OKTA for a Remote opportunity.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IAM Manager to lead our Identity and Access Management initiatives, with a strong emphasis on OKTA implementation and healthcare compliance. This role is critical in ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient access to systems and data across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in IAM technologies, particularly OKTA, and a solid understanding of healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and HITECH.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design, implementation, and management of the enterprise IAM strategy, with a focus on OKTA.
Oversee user lifecycle management, including provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (HIPAA, HITECH) and internal security policies.
Collaborate with IT, Security, HR, and Compliance teams to align IAM processes with business needs.
Manage integrations between OKTA and various applications (cloud and on-premise).
Develop and enforce IAM governance, policies, and procedures.
Conduct regular audits and risk assessments related to identity and access.
Lead incident response efforts related to identity breaches or access violations.
Mentor and manage a team of IAM analysts and engineers.

Skills & Requirements

Required Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.
5+ years of experience in IAM, with at least 2 years in a managerial or lead role.
Proven experience implementing and managing OKTA Identity Cloud.
Strong understanding of healthcare IT environments and regulatory requirements (HIPAA, HITECH).
Experience with SSO, MFA, RBAC, and identity federation.
Familiarity with IAM protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, SCIM).
Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Preferred:

Certifications such as OKTA Certified Professional, CISSP, CISM, or HCISPP.
Experience with other IdP/IGA tools (SailPoint, EntraID, Savyint ).
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their IAM models.

Benefits/Other Compensation:

Health, Dental, Vision, 401K and PTO.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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