Security IDaaS Engineer

Compunnel, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm is seeking a Security IDaaS Engineer in Kansas City. This role will focus on developing and maintaining secure Identity-as-a-Service solutions, improving security posture, and automating identity management processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 5 years of experience in security engineering, and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in identity and access management or security engineering.
• Strong understanding of IDaaS platforms and secure integration practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain security rules, controls, and safeguards.
• Facilitate secure application integrations and IAM objects.
• Collaborate to enhance authentication and API services.

Skills

Identity and Access Management

Security Engineering

Automation

API Services

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Security IDaaS Engineer to join the Federation Services team and support the development, configuration, and maintenance of secure Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) solutions.

This role focuses on improving security posture, automating identity and access management processes, and ensuring compliance across enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain security rules, controls, and safeguards to protect information assets.
• Facilitate and configure secure application integrations and IAM objects (users, groups, service accounts, API tokens).
• Collaborate with the Federation Services team to enhance authentication, authorization, and API services.
• Support change management processes and incident resolution related to identity services.
• Assist in designing and developing code for Access Management Services.
• Contribute to rapid recovery strategies for critical incidents such as ransomware.
• Create and maintain documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
• Share knowledge and mentor team members to build internal capabilities.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve automation and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience); Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in identity and access management or security engineering.
• Strong understanding of IDaaS platforms, IAM objects, and secure integration practices.
• Experience with API services, authentication protocols, and access controls.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with change management and incident response processes.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and security best practices.
• Exposure to automation tools and scripting for identity services.