IT Security Product Manager C2C jobs Onsite in Fairfax, VA

Title: IT Security Product Manager

Location: Onsite in Fairfax,VA

Interview: In-Person

Client domain: Higher Education University

Note: Candidates must reside within a one-hour driving radius of Fairfax, VA

Responsibilities

· Product Strategy & Vision

o Develop and maintain a strategic roadmap for IAM services including single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), role-based access control (RBAC), and identity lifecycle management.

o Align IAM initiatives with institutional goals, compliance requirements, and user experience standards.

· Stakeholder Engagement

o Collaborate with academic departments, HR, student services, and IT teams to understand identity and access needs.

o Serve as the primary point of contact for IAM-related projects and service enhancements.

· Service Delivery & Optimization

§ Oversee the implementation and operation of IAM platforms and tools (e.g., Azure AD, Okta, SailPoint).

§ Monitor service performance, user adoption, and incident trends to drive continuous improvement.

· Governance & Compliance

§ Ensure IAM services comply with university policies, FERPA, HIPAA, and other regulatory standards.

§ Support audits, risk assessments, and policy development related to identity and access.

· Project & Vendor Management

§ Lead IAM-related projects including upgrades, integrations, and migrations.

§ Manage vendor relationships and evaluate new technologies to enhance IAM capabilities.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).

· 5+ years of experience in IAM, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT product management.

· Strong understanding of identity lifecycle, authentication protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth, LDAP), and access control models.

· Experience with IAM platforms such as Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity, or similar.

· PMP Certification.

· Certifications include CISSP, CISM, CIAM, Microsoft SC-300, Okta Certified Professional, or similar credentials demonstrating expertise in IAM and cybersecurity governance.

· Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills:

· Experience in higher education or public sector IT environments.

· Familiarity with governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).

· Knowledge of directory services, federation, and identity provisioning tools.

· Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design in IAM systems.