Project Role : Security Engineer
Project Role Description : Apply security skills to design, build and protect enterprise systems, applications, data, assets, and people. Provide services to safeguard information, infrastructures, applications, and business processes against cyber threats.
Must have skills : Identity Access Management (IAM)
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum
12 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced IAM Operations Manager to lead and manage the Identity and Access Management (IAM) operations for our organization. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with deep expertise in Active Directory (AD), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions.
This role will be responsible for overseeing IAM processes, ensuring secure identity management, and driving the adoption of best practices. The IAM Operations Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations, compliance, and security of all identity systems.
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. IAM Strategy and Leadership:
• Lead and manage the end-to-end IAM operations, including AD, PAM, SSO, and identity governance.
• Develop and implement strategies for scalable, secure, and efficient IAM solutions aligned with business goals.
• Drive the adoption of MFA, RBAC, and zero-trust principles across the organization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to align IAM solutions with business needs.
2. Active Directory and Azure AD Management:
• Manage on-premises AD and Azure AD environments, ensuring seamless hybrid identity management.
• Oversee AD security, including Group Policy management, domain controllers, and access policies.
• Lead initiatives to enhance AD health, replication, and disaster recovery processes.
3. Privileged Access Management (PAM):
• Oversee the administration and operation of PAM platforms (e.g., BeyondTrust, CyberArk).
• Implement privileged account management policies, password vaults, and session management.
• Monitor and mitigate security risks associated with privileged access and ensure compliance.
4. Single Sign-On (SSO) and Identity Federation:
• Manage and maintain SSO and federation solutions (e.g., Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity).
• Ensure seamless integration with internal and third-party applications using SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
• Optimize the SSO experience and improve end-user productivity.
5. Security, Compliance, and Audit Support:
• Ensure IAM operations align with industry best practices and regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR).
• Monitor IAM systems for security incidents, perform risk assessments, and respond to vulnerabilities.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation and reports.
6. Team Leadership and Knowledge Management:
• Lead and mentor a team of IAM engineers, analysts, and administrators.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and ensure team members are up-to-date with industry trends.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), runbooks, and knowledge bases for IAM operations.
Professional & Technical Skills:
• 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and IAM operations.
• Expertise in managing Active Directory (AD), Azure AD, and hybrid identity environments.
• Strong experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) platforms (e.g., BeyondTrust, CyberArk).
• In-depth knowledge of SSO and identity federation technologies (e.g., Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity).
• Good to have worked on IGA solutions like SailPoint, Saviynt.
• Proficiency in identity protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and Kerberos.
• Solid understanding of ITIL practices and hands-on experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Strong knowledge of endpoint security, MFA, RBAC, and zero-trust architecture.
• Experience managing audits, security compliance frameworks, and risk management processes.
• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-500), ITIL certification, or IAM-related certifications are preferred.
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Soft Skills:
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for managing complex environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with business and technical teams.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Focus on continuous improvement and staying updated with industry trends.
Additional Information:
- The candidate should have a minimum of 12 years of experience in Identity Access Management (IAM).
- This position is based at our Bengaluru office.
- A 15 years full-time education is required.
15 years full time education
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