Hewlett Packard Enterprise · 1 month ago
Head of Identity and Access Management
Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expHewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. The Head of Identity and Access Management is a strategic executive leader responsible for shaping and directing HPE’s global IAM vision, overseeing various IAM functions, and ensuring robust identity solutions that align with business objectives.
Data CenterEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyIT ManagementNetwork Security
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive IAM strategy aligned with HPE’s business goals and the evolving threat landscape, leveraging a threat-based methodology to identify, prioritize, and address emerging risks
Define and track maturity goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) that demonstrate measurable progress toward targets, supported by sound financial planning and effective resource allocation
Oversee all aspects of identity lifecycle management for employees, contractors, and affiliates, ensuring secure authentication, authorization, and role-based access controls, while balancing security rigor with operational efficiency and user satisfaction
Architect and manage scalable solutions for external identities, enabling seamless, secure access for customers and partners. Ensure these solutions reflect a threat-based approach and deliver exceptional user experience and regulatory compliance
Implement and govern robust controls for privileged accounts, minimizing risk through continuous monitoring, auditing, and just-in-time access models. Employ threat intelligence to guide privileged access policies, without compromising workflow effectiveness
Develop and execute the enterprise secrets-management strategy, including the governance, tooling, and lifecycle controls required to securely generate, store, rotate, and audit API keys, service credentials, certificates, and other machine identities
Lead the development and implementation of identity governance frameworks, policies, and processes. Ensure proper alignment of access rights with business roles, regular access reviews, and compliance with regulatory and internal standards. Oversee automated provisioning/de-provisioning, segregation of duties, and recertification to safeguard sensitive data and support audit readiness, while maintaining operational excellence
Lead the integration of IAM into HPE’s Zero Trust framework, with identity serving as a core pillar for all security initiatives. Ensure threat-centric IAM measures complement business agility and user empowerment
Design and champion the roadmap for Agentic AI identities, including governance of autonomous digital agents, ethical considerations, lifecycle management, and secure enablement across HPE’s technology ecosystem
Ensure IAM programs meet all internal and external standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices through continuous threat assessment and adaptive controls
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global IAM team, ensuring the right structure, resources, and capabilities are in place for success. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement, with an emphasis on threat-based thinking and operational excellence
Partner with executive leadership, IT, cybersecurity, product, and business teams to embed IAM into enterprise architecture, drive cross-functional alignment, and deliver solutions that balance strong security with an optimal user experience
Assess and recommend emerging IAM technologies, methodologies, and frameworks that incorporate threat intelligence, operational excellence, and usability to maintain HPE’s competitive edge
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field
15+ years of progressive experience in Information Security, with direct Identity and Access Management experience, and 5+ years in senior leadership roles
Proven track record of developing and executing global IAM strategies in large, complex organizations
Expertise in Workforce IAM, Customer/Partner IAM, Privileged Access Management, Secrets Management and Identity Governance
Strong understanding of Zero Trust security principles and frameworks
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing AI-driven identity solutions
Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CIAM, or equivalent)
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Visionary leadership with the ability to translate complex concepts—including threat-based IAM—into actionable strategies
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
Deep technical proficiency in IAM platforms, authentication technologies, cloud security, regulatory standards, identity governance tools, and threat intelligence systems
Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen and results-oriented mindset, able to balance proactive risk management with operational excellence and user-centric design
Proven ability to foster innovation and lead high-performing teams in a dynamic environment
Analytical approach to risk management and problem-solving
Commitment to ethical practices and responsible AI governance
Benefits
Health & Wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development
Unconditional Inclusion
Company
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is an edge-to-cloud company that uses comprehensive solutions to accelerate business outcomes.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$2.85BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Antonio Neri
President & CEO
Fidelma Russo
EVP & GM, Hybrid Cloud and Chief Technology Officer
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