Technical Specialist-Cybersecurity

Area(s) of responsibility

Job Description:

Process Design & Improvement : Analyze current IAM processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, security, and compliance

Access Management : Manage user access provisioning, deprovisioning, and role-based access control (RBAC) processes

Policy Development : Develop and maintain IAM policies, procedures, and standards aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements

Compliance & Auditing : Support compliance initiatives (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, etc.) and conduct IAM audits

Stakeholder Collaboration : Work with IT teams, business units, and security to understand access requirements and implement solutions

Documentation : Create and maintain comprehensive process documentation, runbooks, and training materials

System Administration : Manage IAM tools and platforms (directory services, identity management systems, SSO solutions)

Incident Support : Troubleshoot access-related issues and provide technical support

Automation : Identify opportunities to automate IAM processes using scripts, workflows, or tools

5 years of experience in IAM, identity management, or related security role

Strong understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms

Experience with IAM tools (e.g., SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity, Active Directory)

Knowledge of IAM standards and frameworks (NIST, OWASP)

Excellent process improvement and analytical skills

Strong communication and documentation abilities

Project management experience

Proficiency with ticketing/ITSM systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, IAM-certified, or SailPoint-certified)

• Hands-on experience with SailPoint IIQ or IdentityIQ (provisioning, certification, access review workflows)

• Experience with cloud identity platforms (Azure AD, Okta, AWS IAM)

• Knowledge of API security and OAuth/OIDC protocols

• Scripting or programming experience (PowerShell, Python, or similar)

• Experience with zero-trust security models

• Background in finance, or highly regulated industries

• Technical Skills

• SailPoint Identity Management Platform (IIQ/IdentityIQ)

• Directory Services (Active Directory, LDAP)

• Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

• Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)

• SIEM and event logging systems

• Data analysis and reporting tools

• SQL or database query experience

• Soft Skills

• Problem-solving and critical thinking

• Stakeholder management

• Attention to detail and documentation standards

• Ability to work in cross-functional teams

• Communication with both technical and non-technical audiences