IAM Architect, Ohio

Job Title: IAM Architect

Job Location - Columbus, OH

Job Description:

Develop and implement IAM strategies and solutions that align with business objectives and security requirements.

Design and document IAM architectures, including user authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management.

Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the security and privacy of customer data.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to understand their CIAM needs and translate them into technical requirements.

Evaluate and select IAM technologies and vendors based on business requirements and industry best practices.

Define and enforce IAM policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Develop analysis & process documents, requirements and roadmaps for various projects and programs across business units, applications, and products.

Advocate and drive adoption of Business Architecture best practices to ensure standardization

Stay up to date with industry trends & advancements in IAM and security technologies.

Required Skills:

Bachelor s or master s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.

8+ years of related experience as an Architect or similar role, with a focus on IAM / CIAM framework (such as OAuth, OpenID Connect & SAML)

Strong knowledge of security principles, including authentication, authentication, and encryption.

Experience with IAM technologies, such as Okta or Ping Identity etc.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and CCPA, and their impact on CIAM

Proficiency in translating business requirements into technical solutions and collaborating with IT teams for implementation.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and subject matter experts.

Strong attention to detail and a passion for operational excellence.

Experience working in both Agile/Scrum & Waterfall development processes

Must be self-directed and able to perform project duties with minimal direction and supervision