IAM Engineer (Directory Services)

This is a hybrid position in Milwaukee. Will require onsite presence on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

Summary

This role works under general supervision in a single IAM Domain, handling larger and more complex projects. Provides technical leadership and mentorship to junior personnel, stays updated with the latest IAM technologies and trends, and collaborates with third-party vendors to evaluate IAM tools and services. The roleholder possesses basic skills in requirements gathering and customer-centric thinking and can independently resolve moderately complex issues while seeking assistance for more challenging problems.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

*Works under general supervision within a single IAM Domain on larger, more complex projects
*Able to use problem-solving skills to resolve moderately complex issues independently but may need assistance from others for more complex issues
*Can perform advanced development tasks independently but may need assistance from others on the team for more complex issues
*Has a solid understanding of general security frameworks and delivery models
*Has a solid understanding of Identity & Access Management and tools within their IAM Domain
*Has a basic understanding of Identity & Access Management outside their IAM Domain and how their work impacts others.
*Possesses solid knowledge of engineering best practices within their IAM Domain
*Stays updated with the latest IAM technologies, trends, and emerging threats, and recommends necessary measures to mitigate risks.
*Participates in collaboration with third-party vendors and partners to evaluate IAM tools and services
*Partners with higher-level staff on complex issues
*Troubleshoot or analyze basic process issues, identify causes, and recommend efficiencies or provide formal reporting
*Basic skills of requirements gathering and seeing through the eyes of the customer
*Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to more junior personnel within their domain
*Exhibits appetite for continuous learning and improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Cyber Security, or equivalent work experience within Information Technology

• 3+ years of professional experience

• Experience in supporting at least one of the following domains: Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), AWS, Active Directory.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Strong sense of ownership and drive solutions to completion, including automation, testing, and documentation.

• Ability to explain technical complexities and solutions to multiple audiences.

• Competency with one or more scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, Java, Node.js, React, etc.

• Demonstrate a continuous learning and improvement mindset.

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodology.

Desired skills and experience:

• Experience with Git, Github, and/or Gitlab

• Experience writing/debugging automation technology (IaC, Ansible, Terraform, EKS) within AWS

• Existing certifications or willingness to pursue AWS DevOps practitioner, Azure Identity Administrator

• Should have DevSecOps mindset

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Northwestern Mutual pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement in the salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. At Northwestern Mutual, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Please note that the salary range listed in the posting is the standard pay structure. Positions in certain locations (such as California) may provide an increase on the standard pay structure based on the location. Please c lick here for additional information relating to location-based pay structures.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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We're excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups