UCLA · 22 hours ago
Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expUCLA is a leading university known for its commitment to protecting digital information resources. The Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer will develop and maintain IAM solutions to ensure secure and compliant management of identities and access controls, collaborating with various departments to enhance the security framework.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Development, implementation, configuration, integration and maintenance of IAM solutions that align with the university's security policies and requirements
Ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient management of identities, credentials, and access controls across all internal and external systems
Applying technical expertise in automation, orchestration, and programming to optimize IAM processes and improve overall efficiency of IAM systems, ensuring seamless integration across various platforms
Evaluating hosting platforms, and configuration technologies ensuring consistency between production and non-production environments
Collaborating closely with the IAM Director, IAM Analysts, and various departments across the university and external vendors to maintain and enhance the security and usability of the IAM framework
Ensuring that access and identity data is granted to users in a secure, compliant, and efficient manner
Positively impacting UCLA's operations and culture by protecting University stakeholders' information and data in service of the institution's academic mission
Advancing the University's mission by delivering exceptional security service comprehensively and consistently across faculty, staff, and students
Qualification
Required
3 years experience working in one or more of the following fields: cybersecurity, computer science, computer information systems, or related field
Advanced experience using identity and access tools and systems in a distributed IT environment
Hands-on experience with implementation and configuration of directory services (e.g., Active Directory, LDAP), authentication and federation (e.g., Single Sign-On (SSO)) technologies
Hands-on experience with implementation and configuration of multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions
Experience participating in activities to advance an inclusive environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging
Demonstrated skills applying authentication and account management standards to vendor provisioning solutions, computer software and hardware at scale
Advanced knowledge of IAM infrastructure deployment and configuration. Ability to review and diagnose system issues and implement preventative maintenance to ensure proactive continuity of services
Proficient in scripting and programming languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Java) for automation and integration purposes
Demonstrated expertise in technologies and products, such as: SCIM, J2EE, Java Servlets, XML, Web Services, Perl/CGI, SSL, etc
Strong written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate technical information and ideas to a diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders
Able to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with team members, stakeholders, and customers
Strong organizational skills and is able to balance competing priorities and support concurrent projects. Experience working in a project-based environment using leading project management practices including schedule management, status reporting, and communication of project risks and issues
Strong demonstrated problem-solving skills; scopes solutions based on knowledge of available resources and timelines. Able to ask questions, gather information, evaluate options, and make decisions with integrity
Thinks creatively and proposes innovative ideas, including the incorporation of new technologies or processes. Is able to work with agility in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor's Degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, public administration, business administration, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience/training
Preferred
Experience in complex higher education environments, serving academic and administrative functions of a large public university
5+ years experience working in one or more of the following fields: cybersecurity, computer science, computer information systems, etc
One or more of the following certifications: CCNP Security, CCIE Security, OSCP, CISSP, CEH, or equivalent certification
CCIE Security certification
Benefits
Benefits that start on day one
Company
UCLA
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$157.89MKey Investors
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2025-01-30Grant· $29.14M
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2023-04-25Grant· $2M
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