Principal Identity and Access Management Architect
| Company | Cox |
|---|---|
| Location | Atlanta, GA, USA |
| Salary | $159400 – $265600 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD |
| Experience Level | Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 10+ years’ experience in a related field (or a master’s degree and 8 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 5 years’ experience; or 22 years’ experience in a related field)
- In-depth knowledge of IAM frameworks and principles
- Experience with Identity Governance & Administration (IGA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
- Expertise in Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Single Sign-On (SSO), and Federated Identity Management
- Strong understanding of Zero Trust Architecture
- Experience with Cloud IAM platforms such as Azure AD, AWS IAM, and Google Cloud IAM
- Proficiency in secure API authentication (OAuth 2.0) and identity lifecycle management
- Knowledge of security compliance and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOX)
- Proficient in Active Directory (AD), Azure AD, LDAP, SAML, Kerberos, and certificate-based authentication
- Understanding of authentication protocols including OIDC, OAuth, and SAML
- Hands-on experience with tools such as Okta, Ping Identity, Microsoft Entra ID, SailPoint, and CyberArk
- Experience in identity workflow automation and provisioning
- Proficiency in API development for IAM integration
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and JavaScript for security automation
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines for IAM deployment
Responsibilities
- Develop and own the overall IAM architecture strategy, standards, and roadmap
- Design scalable, secure IAM solutions including authentication, authorization, identity governance, and privileged access management
- Lead technical design and implementation of IAM platforms such as Okta, SailPoint, CyberArk, Microsoft Entra, Ping Identity, etc.
- Define IAM policies, roles, and entitlements that align with business and compliance requirements
- Collaborate with engineering, application, and infrastructure teams to integrate IAM capabilities across the environment
- Evaluate emerging IAM technologies and recommend adoption strategies
- Mentor junior IAM engineers and architects, fostering growth and knowledge sharing
- Serve as a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders on IAM-related initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.