Identity and Access Management Team Lead

CAPTRUST; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company discretionary bonus

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan and company match

Paid time off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Job summary

CAPTRUST is looking for an experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) Team Lead to support IAM operations and drive initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate will have 7–9 years of experience and strong expertise in Microsoft Entra.

This role involves administering IAM policies, overseeing security compliance, and leading team initiatives. Additionally, the IAM Team Lead will partner with IT and Security teams to deliver scalable access solutions. CAPTRUST offers a great culture focused on personal growth.

Qualifications

• 7–9 years of IAM experience, including leading projects.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra and RBAC.
• Experience with SSO and MFA.

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft Entra and optimize RBAC models.
• Support SSO integrations for secure authentication.
• Develop and enforce IAM policies aligned with best practices.

Skills

Microsoft Entra (Azure Active Directory)

RBAC models

Conditional access policies

SSO integrations

MFA implementations

Identity governance

Privileged access management (PAM)

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, CISSP)

Job description

CAPTRUST is seeking an experienced and motivated Identity and Access Management (IAM) Team Lead to support IAM operations and drive key initiatives across the organization. This role is ideal for a professional with 7–9 years of IAM experience and demonstrated ability to lead projects and guide team members. The IAM Team Lead will provide day‑to‑day technical leadership, ensure operational excellence in identity governance, and partner with IT, Security, and Compliance teams to deliver secure, scalable access solutions.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Microsoft Entra (Azure Active Directory), including RBAC models, conditional access policies, and privileged identity management
• Support enterprise-wide SSO integrations, ensuring secure authentication and a seamless user experience
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of IAM policies and standards aligned with industry best practices

Access Lifecycle Management

• Coordinate execution and improvement of joiner, mover, and leaver (JML) processes
• Facilitate periodic access reviews and ensure timely remediation of identified issues
• Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance and automate access workflows

Security & Compliance Support

• Assist in monitoring and responding to identity-related security incidents and alerts
• Partner with audit and compliance teams to support SOX, HIPAA, and GDPR requirements
• Identify IAM-related risks and contribute to remediation activities
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and day‑to‑day support to IAM team members
• Lead IAM initiatives such as SSO onboarding, MFA rollouts, and PAM enhancements
• Help prioritize work efforts and track progress against IAM deliverables and metrics

Technology & Process Improvement

• Evaluate IAM tools and recommend enhancements to improve security and efficiency
• Support development of KPIs for IAM performance (e.g., provisioning time, MFA adoption)
• Drive process improvements and automation to enhance operational effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7–9 years of IAM experience, including experience leading projects or serving in a team lead capacity
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra (Azure AD), RBAC, and conditional access policies
• Experience with SSO integrations and MFA implementations
• Familiarity with identity governance and privileged access management (PAM)

Desired Qualifications / Skills

• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience contributing to IAM architecture and cross‑functional initiatives
• Familiarity with IAM frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, Zero Trust)
• Relevant certifications: Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, CISSP, or similar

What can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?

Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There’s a reason for it; it’s a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.

Employee Benefits Package

• Company discretionary bonus
• Health, dental, and vision coverage, employer 401(k) plan and company match, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary supplemental plans subject to plan terms
• Company‑paid benefits such as life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods
• Paid time off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Where will you be working?

Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work‑from‑home position.

How do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?

We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
• Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy‑to‑understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
• A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
• Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
• An other‑centered mindset
• Integrity through maintaining objectivity

EEO/Diversity Statement

At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.

It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions), gender, race (including hair texture or hairstyles associated with race), religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, uniformed service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This position will remain open until filled.