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Northeastern University · 5 months ago

Senior Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer

Boston, MA (Main Campus)

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$112K/yr - $163K/yr

7+ years exp

Northeastern University is seeking a Senior Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the IAM framework within the institution. The role involves leveraging IAM technologies to protect sensitive information and ensure compliance, while also providing senior operational support and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Education

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the deployment and integration of IAM technologies, leveraging Microsoft Active Directory (on-premises and Entra). Evaluate, select, and guide development of appropriate IAM tools and solutions to enhance security and user experience

Create and implement operational best practices to ensure ongoing availability of identity systems

Work closely with IT, security, and business teams to understand access requirements and implement appropriate controls. Provide expert guidance and mentorship to IAM team members and other IT staff

Oversee the development of automation scripts and workflows (e.g., using PowerShell) to streamline provisioning and de-provisioning processes. Optimize existing IAM processes for efficiency and effectiveness

Act as the highest escalation point for complex access issues not resolved by the IT Service Desk. Oversee the resolution of IAM-related incidents and problems

Qualification

IAM EngineeringMicrosoft Active DirectorySecurity ProtocolsScripting ToolsAutomation ToolsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or relevant experience

Minimum of 7 years of experience in Sr. IAM Engineering and implementation roles

Extensive platform knowledge and experience working with Entra ID, Microsoft Active Directory, Entra Connect, Grouper, Shibboleth and Savyint, or equivalent tools

Extensive Experience with security protocols and standards (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect)

Advanced proficiency in scripting tools, such as bash, SQL, PowerShell, and Jenkins or GitHub Actions, for automation and management tasks. Experience with automation tools and frameworks relevant to IAM is a plus

Excellent technical and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex IAM concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proven track record of working in complex production environments