Job Title : IAM Architect
Location : 100% remote – must sit in EST/CST hours
Duration : 12+ Months
Type : On W2 & C2C
Notes:- must have big 4 consulting experience must be ok with occasional travel for onsite meetings (10%)
Role Overview:
A Senior IAM Architect responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide identity and access management solutions that ensure secure access to organizational resources while enabling business efficiency.
Primary Responsibilities:
IAM Architect will design and oversee the implementation of identity management solutions including user provisioning, system integrations, RBAC/ABAC, authentication mechanisms, authorization frameworks, and access governance across the enterprise. The IAM architect will work within the broader architecture group to develop IAM roadmaps aligned with business objectives and security requirements, create detailed architecture documentation, and provide technical leadership to implementation teams.
Key Responsibilities:
The architect will act as a key member of the IGA transformation team, focusing not just on the future state but also the current and legacy state of IAM infrastructure within the Ahold Delhaize group. The architect will analyze the current IAM infrastructure to identify gaps and recommend improvements, develop IAM policies and standards, and ensure compliance with security frameworks and regulations. They will help evaluate and select IAM products and vendors, coordinate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, and provide guidance on identity governance and administration processes.
Technical Skills Required:
– Deep expertise in IAM frameworks, protocols, and standards (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, SCIM)
– Strong knowledge of directory services (Active Directory, Entra ID, LDAP) and federation technologies
– Experience with major IAM platforms (Entra ID, Saviynt, SailPoint)
– Understanding of PKI, cryptography, and certificate management
– Familiarity with cloud identity solutions and security architectures
– Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA)
– Experience with privileged access management (PAM) solutions
– Proficiency in identity governance and administration (IGA)
Professional Experience:
– Minimum 8-10 years of experience in IAM with 5+ years in architecture roles
– Track record of successful enterprise IAM implementations
– Experience leading global technical teams and managing stakeholder relationships
– Strong background in information security and risk management
Leadership Qualities:
The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent communication skills for explaining complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and strategic thinking to align IAM solutions with business goals. They should have experience mentoring team members and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Education:
– Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
– Relevant certifications (CISSP, CIAM, CCSP, IGA Product) preferred
Thanks & Regards,
Bala Sunil
Saxon Global Inc.
972-699-5676 X 243
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