Identity & Access Management (IAM) Architect
Judge Group
Southlake, TX
Salary: $80.00 USD Hourly - $84.00 USD Hourly
Description: Our client is currently seeking an Identity & Access Management (IAM) Architect
Locations: Southlake, TX or Austin, TX
About the Role
We are looking for a seasoned IAM Architect to lead the design and execution of enterprise-scale identity and access management strategies. In this role, you will define secure identity lifecycle frameworks, drive cloud and on-premises IAM integration, and serve as a technical authority across authentication, authorization, and privileged access domains.
Responsibilities
- Establish architecture and strategies to securely manage the identity lifecycle, including user authentication and authorization for on-premises and cloud environments
- Define and maintain reference architecture documentation, technology standards, processes, and policies for core IAM solutions
- Integrate IAM solutions effectively into existing enterprise infrastructure
- Provide technical leadership for infrastructure support, on-call escalations, and resolution of complex implementation and system integration issues
- Design and implement federation solutions using ADFS and Ping Identity with deep expertise in SAML and OAuth/OIDC protocols
- Architect IAM solutions within Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and other cloud platforms
- Lead Proof of Concept (POC) initiatives and develop tactical and strategic IAM solution roadmaps
- Collaborate with product vendors and internal governance teams to demonstrate and validate application solutions to stakeholders
- Provide direction on Active Directory infrastructure deployments with a focus on best practices, security architecture, vulnerability management, and resiliency
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years focused on IAM
- 3+ years in an enterprise-level architecture role specifically involving IAM technologies and strategy
- Deep knowledge of IAM domains including authentication and authorization, Single Sign-On (SSO), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Directory Services, Federation Services, and Privileged Access Management (PAM)
- Proven ability to define IAM architecture and strategic roadmaps
- Strong background in aligning IAM strategy with enterprise security policies and business objectives
Preferred Qualifications
- Active cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CISM
- Experience implementing Zero Trust and Just-In-Time (JIT) Access models
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About the Company
Judge Group
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