Lead Cloud IAM Engineer

This position is open to remote. However, if within 100 miles to MKE or NYC, it will require some onsite presence each week (3 days in MKE or 2 days in NYC).

We seek a Lead Cloud IAM (Identity and Access Management) Engineer to play a crucial role in securing our organization's cloud identities. This role demands deep expertise in Cloud and IAM technologies, tools, and methodologies and a proven track record in designing and securing complex systems. The successful candidate will keep abreast of the latest industry trends and regulatory compliance requirements, ensuring our IAM practices within the cloud align with these standards.

This role will be a leader within the Cloud IAM team and play a critical role in how we approach securing our cloud environment in partnership with stakeholders across the enterprise. If you're a forward-thinking leader with a strong foundation in Cloud and IAM and a desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply!

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

*Works under minimal supervision within the Cloud domain within the IAM Department on larger and more complex projects

*Able to perform the most advanced development tasks within their domain independently but may need assistance from others when working outside of their IAM Domain

*Handles very highly complex issues independently but may need assistance from others on the team for the most complex issues

*Has a solid understanding of general security frameworks and delivery models

*Begins to master multiple IAM Domains

*Defines how Identity & Access Management and tools should be used within their IAM Domain(s)

*Contributes to overall IAM Strategy for domain(s) they represent

*Defines knowledge of engineering best practices within their IAM Domain(s)

*Leads the architecture of IAM solutions, considering scalability, security, and usability requirements within their domain(s)

*Stays updated with the latest IAM technologies, trends, and emerging threats, and proactively implement necessary measures to mitigate risks.

*Leads collaboration with third-party vendors and partners to evaluate IAM tools and services

*Advanced skills in requirements gathering and seeing through the eyes of the customers and aligning technical objectives to business objectives

*Able to troubleshoot or analyze the most advanced process issues, identify causes, and recommend efficiencies or provide formal reporting

*Provides recommendations to higher-level staff on how to resolve new or complex issues

*Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to their IAM Domain and more junior IAM personnel outside of their domain

*Exhibits appetite for continuous learning and improvement

Qualifications:

*Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information systems or equivalent work experience in the IT field, with at least a portion of that time in Security related position

*6-8 years of professional experience required

*Experience architecting and securing enterprises within public cloud environments, AWS preferred.

*Experience in the following domains: Directory Services (SSO/Federation, Active Directory, Azure, AWS), Identity Governance & Administration (Sailpoint IIQ, Access Certifications), Privileged Access, Client Identity and Access Management

*Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar certifications are highly desirable

*Strong experience with engineering best practices, including analyzing, designing, developing, deploying, and supporting software solutions and/or infrastructure implementations/upgrades.

*Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

*Proven experience designing and implementing IAM solutions, including integrating various systems and platforms.

*Competency with one or more scripting/programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java, Ruby, Go, PowerShell, Bash, C#, C/C++, etc.

*Strong ability to identify and set security practices.

*Advanced ability to explain technical solutions to technical and non-technical teams.

*Advanced documentation, testing, and automation skills.

*Strong sense of ownership and the ability to work with a limited set of requirements.

*Advanced ability to align technical needs to business processes.

*Advanced ability to prioritize work based on business objectives.

*Advanced ability to break down work to deliver value incrementally.

*Experience preferred with Agile methodologies/DevOps environment.