Siemens Digital Industries Software is seeking an IAM Architect to lead the strategic direction, architecture, and implementation of Identity and Access Management solutions across the organization, ensuring secure, scalable, and automated identity solutions that support business growth while safeguarding critical assets.
Requirements
- Deep knowledge of authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SCIM, Kerberos).
- Hands-on experience with IAM platforms such as Okta, Azure AD, SailPoint, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, or similar.
- Experience integrating identity solutions with cloud platforms (AWS IAM, Azure AD, Google Identity) and hybrid infrastructures.
- Expertise in access governance, compliance frameworks, risk management, and identity lifecycle management.
- Strong programming or scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to support automation and integrations.
- Experience in Zero Trust frameworks and identity-based security architectures.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools for CI/CD integration.
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the long-term IAM strategy aligned with business objectives, security frameworks, and industry best practices.
- Establish and enforce IAM standards, policies, and processes that ensure secure, efficient, and auditable identity workflows.
- Lead the design and deployment of IAM systems across hybrid environments, integrating on-premises infrastructure, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and SaaS applications.
- Architect solutions for authentication, authorization, identity federation, privileged access, and lifecycle management using industry-standard protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SCIM).
- Oversee the selection and evaluation of IAM tools and technologies, ensuring alignment with scalability, performance, and security goals.
- Design and implement robust access governance frameworks, including role management, entitlement reviews, and segregation of duties.
- Drive automation initiatives to streamline identity provisioning, access requests, and self-service capabilities.
Other
- 8+ years of experience in IAM architecture, with at least 3–5 years in a senior or leadership role!
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills!
- Industry certifications such as CIAM, CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific certifications (Okta, Azure Security, AWS Certified Security).
- Background in highly regulated sectors like financial services, healthcare, or government.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
