Principal IAM Architect - Enterprise Identity Transformation (Remote)

CrowdStrike; Sunnyvale (CA); Remote; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative cybersecurity firm is seeking a Principal IAM Architect to spearhead their Enterprise Identity Transformation. In this pivotal role, you'll architect and implement cutting-edge IAM solutions, guiding cross-functional teams to enhance security and compliance. Your expertise in IAM operations and AI technologies will drive strategic decisions and foster a culture of excellence. With a remote-friendly work environment, this position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth. Join a mission-driven company dedicated to stopping breaches and empowering organizations worldwide.

Benefits

Flexible work culture

Competitive compensation

Equity options

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven success in scaling IAM infrastructure during hyper-growth phases.
• Deep expertise in IAM operations, governance, monitoring, and SRE practices.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the Enterprise Identity Transformation from strategy to implementation.
• Develop bespoke IAM tools and automation systems.

Skills

IAM Operations

AI/ML for Security

Software Development

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

15+ years of IAM experience

Tools

Okta

SailPoint

Delinea PAM

Terraform

Python

Job description

Principal IAM Architect - Enterprise Identity Transformation (Remote)

Join us at CrowdStrike as a Principal IAM Architect - Enterprise Identity Transformation (Remote).

About CrowdStrike: As a global leader in cybersecurity, we protect organizations worldwide with our advanced AI-native platform. Since 2011, our mission has been to stop breaches, fostering a culture of innovation, autonomy, and dedication to our customers and community.

Role Overview

We seek an exceptional Principal IAM Architect to lead our Enterprise Identity Governance Framework. This senior role involves architecting, executing, and improving our identity transformation strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and influencing organizational direction with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead the Enterprise Identity Transformation, from strategy to implementation.
• Guide IAM operations, governance, and SRE monitoring teams for cohesive execution.
• Design and deploy comprehensive IAM solutions utilizing Okta, SailPoint, Delinea PAM, Veza, and LogScale.
• Make strategic technical decisions on IAM architecture and product selection.
• Develop bespoke IAM tools and automation systems.
• Apply AI technologies to enhance identity governance and anomaly detection.
• Establish operational best practices, incident response procedures, and monitoring frameworks.
• Lead the development of IAM SRE practices, including SLAs, SLOs, and observability.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and develop executive presentations.
• Evaluate and improve current IAM architecture, identifying and implementing optimizations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and enforce technical standards for authentication, authorization, and identity management.
• Drive measurable improvements in security, efficiency, and compliance through identity initiatives.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of enterprise IAM experience, including in mid-sized and large global environments.
• Proven success in scaling IAM infrastructure during hyper-growth phases.
• Deep expertise in IAM operations, governance, monitoring, and SRE practices.
• Strong software development skills, including building custom IAM solutions.
• Experience leveraging AI/ML for security and identity management.
• Knowledge of IAM technology stack: Okta, SailPoint, Delinea, Active Directory, cloud IAM (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of RBAC/ABAC, identity protocols (SAML, OAuth/OIDC, SCIM), and federation models.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of influencing C-level executives.
• Leadership experience managing technical teams and mentoring IAM professionals.
• Proficiency with automation tools like Terraform, Python, etc.

Preferred Skills & Bonus Points

• Experience with Zero Trust, containerized environments, multi-cloud IAM, and security compliance frameworks.
• Background in decentralized identity, blockchain, or AI/ML security models.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.

Benefits

• Remote-friendly, flexible work culture.
• Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits.
• Wellness programs, professional development, and community engagement opportunities.

CrowdStrike is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities. For assistance or accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Salary range in the U.S.: $135,000 - $225,000 annually, plus incentives, equity, and benefits. Salary is based on experience, skills, and location.