Guardian Life · 8 hours ago
Principal IAM Security Architect
Holmdel, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$152K/yr - $250K/yr
15+ years expGuardian Life is seeking a Principal IAM Security Architect to serve as a thought leader and subject-matter expert within the IAM domain. This role involves defining enterprise-wide IAM strategies and driving innovation to support the business's strategic objectives.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the definition and execution of the organization’s IAM strategy, aligning with the overall enterprise security and technology roadmap
Serve as the top-tier authority on all IAM topics, with an emphasis on integrating cloud and on-premises enterprise architectures
Design scalable, reusable, and forward-thinking IAM solutions that meet current business needs while anticipating future requirements
Establish IAM architectural standards, patterns, and guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across the organization
Champion the adoption of cutting-edge cybersecurity controls across IAM, AppSec, and DevSecOps domains
Drive organization-wide API security implementations, promoting the use of modern open standards like OAuth, OIDC, and strong authentication protocols
Conduct in-depth evaluations of emerging IAM tools and technologies, shaping the organization's future investments
Act as a mentor and advisor to senior architects and engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering talent development
Collaborate closely with business leaders, solution architects, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of IAM capabilities into enterprise solutions
Represent the organization in industry forums and maintain awareness of evolving regulatory compliance standards related to data privacy and security
Advocate for the strategic importance of IAM to executive leadership, articulating risks and opportunities in business terms
Oversee technical delivery for critical IAM projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality benchmarks, and security policies
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management
10+ years of expertise in security architecture, including enterprise-level IAM solution design and implementation
Proven experience leading IAM initiatives across Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and hybrid environments
Extensive knowledge of IAM technologies and protocols, including SSO, MFA, Federation, PAM, OIDC, OAuth, SAML, and SCIM
Deep familiarity with identity proofing, fraud prevention, and verification technologies
Hands-on experience with leading IAM platforms, such as Ping Identity, Okta, and Microsoft EntraID, and Identity as a Service (IDaaS) solutions
Advanced understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., NYDFS, CCPA, GDPR) and security standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)
Strong knowledge of API security, application security (OWASP Top 10), and encryption technologies
Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams, mentoring technical staff, and influencing organizational strategy
Preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) are strongly preferred
Benefits
Skill-building
Leadership development
Philanthropic opportunities
Supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources
Company
Guardian Life
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian) is one of the country’s leading mutual insurers.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2016-08-23Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
Andrew McMahon
Chairman and CEO
Michael Prestileo
Chief Strategy Officer
Recent News
2025-12-11
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