Starbucks · 10 hours ago
cybersecurity analyst lead, identity and authentication services
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$145K/yr - $241K/yr
4+ years expStarbucks is a company known for celebrating coffee and connection, and they are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst Lead for their Identity and Authentication Services team. This role involves leading IAM initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems, and driving operational excellence within the organization.
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Responsibilities
Lead IAM initiatives and roadmap execution, including planning, prioritization, deployment, delivery, and ongoing maintenance of identity services supporting authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management
Define and maintain IAM standards, documentation, and workflows to ensure scalability, redundancy, disaster recovery readiness, and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as SOX and PCI
Partner with cross functional teams to design and implement advanced workforce IAM capabilities that align with enterprise security and business objectives
Translate complex technical challenges into actionable, value driven business solutions through strong communication and structured problem solving
Drive continuous improvement and platform resilience through secure configuration practices, directory services integration, and high availability and failover capabilities across identity platforms
Monitor and optimize IAM program performance by conducting risk assessments, technical evaluations, proof of concepts, and vendor assessments for emerging identity technologies
Apply agile delivery methodologies, including Kanban and Scrum, to manage work intake, improve execution efficiency, and deliver IAM initiatives at scale
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or 4+ years of relevant experience
Applies knowledge of business principles and technology practices to achieve successful outcomes in crossfunctional activities
Direct the alignment of systems to fulfil business needs
Spearhead the creation of essential documentation in support of systems
Convey and engage effectively through excellent oral and written interpersonal and communication skills
Strong experience of Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel
Oversee the understanding and improvement of business processes
Ensure provision of superior customer service
Champion the application of systems development concepts
Demonstrate advanced working knowledge of all facets of systems development lifecycle and IT operations
Effectively maneuver multiple priorities and ensure deadlines are met
Display expert configuration knowledge of applicable applications, modules, and platforms
Deep expertise in configuration and integration points of relevant applications/modules/platforms
Solid understanding and design experience with Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Ability to couple technology expertise with deep understanding of business requirements to design and deploy highly reliable, scalable, and sustainable global technology solutions
Collaboratively and objectively assesses benefits, costs, and viability of proposed solution options and drives alignment across a diverse group of stakeholders
Preferred
Three or more years of experience in cybersecurity with hands on focus in Identity and Access Management
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross functional partners and provide technical guidance to peers while contributing to shared security and delivery goals
Working knowledge of identity and access concepts including authentication, access governance, compliance requirements, Role Based Access Control, and lifecycle management of non-human identities
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or IAM focused credentials, or equivalent practical experience in cybersecurity or information risk management
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Family expansion reimbursement
Paid vacation from date of hire
Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
Eight paid holidays
Two personal days per year
Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
A discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
Incentivized emergency savings
Financial well-being tools
100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
Student loan management resources
Access to other educational opportunities
Backup care
DACA reimbursement
Company
Starbucks
Starbucks is a restaurant chain that serves handcrafted ready-to-drink beverages, including coffee, tea, juices, and snack food items.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$2.65BKey Investors
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2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
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2018-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $900M
Leadership Team
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Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Cathy R. Smith
CFO
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