Apex Systems

Job#: 2076066

Job Description:

Position: IAM Engineer

Location: Remote (must be local to NC, TX, AZ, MN, or IA)

Duration: 12+ month contract

For applicants who are interested in this opportunity, send your updated resume to awhalen@apexsystems.com (Alexa Whalen - Talent Strategy Team Lead)

We are seeking a Lead Information Security Analyst in Cyber Security as part of Identity Access Management (IAM).

The Identity and Access Management (IAM) Governance and Policy Adherence team is responsible for the management of IAM policy and policy adherence monitoring, inclusive of customer security. This role is focused on IAM policy adherence monitoring automation and supporting complex automation initiatives from both a strategic and technical perspective. This position will serve as an IAM SME and interface with other technical SMEs and executives to expand and enhance automated IAM policy monitoring capabilities including Artificial Intelligence (AI). The role will partner with the IAM policy team to enhance IAM policy to improve clarity and enforceability via automation. This role requires a strong understanding of the technical aspects of IAM solutions, tools, and practices, and policy adherence monitoring.

In this role, you will:

• Provide advanced information security consultation for all aspects of Identify and Access Management (IAM) policy compliance and monitoring automation
• Provide technical direction and oversight of the IAM policy adherence monitoring and automation
• Evaluate and consult with the IAM Policy stakeholders to drive alignment with financial service industry standards and security best practices and ensure policy is practical and enforceable via automation
• Influence stakeholders on net new or material changes to policy adherence monitoring to influence decisions
• Evaluate technical aspects of IAM solutions, tools, and practices to establish automated policy adherence capabilities and reporting
• Ensure IAM capabilities are included appropriately in the companys technology architecture to support automated adherence and monitoring
• Engage with many levels of professionals and managers, including executives, companywide and serve as an advisor to senior leadership
• Stay current with emerging IAM technologies and trends (e.g. cloud IAM, Passwordless authentication, DevSecOps) and incorporate them within IAM policy monitoring capabilities
• Identify and apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) use cases and capabilities to achieve adherence monitoring at scale and speed

Required Qualifications, US:

• 5+ years of Information Security Analysis experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 3+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with policy adherence automation including Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML)
• Strong Subject Matter Expertise (SME) experience with IAM principles, technologies, solutions, industry standards and best practices
• Experience with IAM tools and technologies (e.g., Okta, Azure Entra, PAM, IGA, MFA )
• Experience with cloud IAM platforms and related technologies (e.g., Azure, Azure Entra, GCP)
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and integration
• Experience with Policy-as-Code Tools (e.g. Terraform, Azure Resource Manager, Chef, Puppet, Ansible)
• Knowledge of emerging IAM technologies, such as decentralized identity, blockchain-based identity, and passwordless authentication
• Experience in the financial services industry
• Strong understanding with security controls and risk management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP)

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Pay Range:

$69 - $69 per hour