Identity and Access Management Analyst, IT New

Description

Campus-Only Recruitment

Only current UM Employees* are eligible.

• Open to all employee types including Temporary Staff and Student Employees. Information Technology (IT) invites applications for an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst to provide configuration, coordination, and analysis in support of the University’s IAM infrastructure.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer and support Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms, including Microsoft Entra ID, account provisioning, single sign-on (SSO), and identity synchronization
• Configure and maintain access management policies, including multifactor authentication (MFA), role-based access, and account lifecycle management
• Develop and maintain automation tools and scripts to support identity reconciliation, provisioning, and data integrity across enterprise systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve identity, authentication, provisioning, and access-related issues to ensure accurate and secure user account management
• Coordinate the testing, implementation, and maintenance of IAM solutions in collaboration with technical teams and system owners
• Partner with campus departments to evaluate business needs, improve IAM processes, and maintain documentation for system configurations and workflows
• Support institutional security and compliance efforts by collaborating on risk assessments, audits, and adherence to identity and access management standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of IAM concepts, and platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD, Active Directory, OpenLDAP, or similar systems
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues in user identity, access provisioning, or authentication workflows
• Ability to gather requirements, communicate effectively, and coordinate solutions with both technical and non-technical staff
• Familiarity with Python
• Familiarity with SQL

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
• Experience supporting IAM systems in a higher education environment
• Applied experience working with Microsoft Entra ID
• Familiarity with the InCommon Federation
• Experience with Ellucian Banner
• Experience writing and maintaining Python and SQL scripts to support automation, data reconciliation, and reporting
• Industry certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, CompTIA Security+, CISSP) is desirable

Additional Information

Position Number: S2I002

Compensation Title: Computer Systems Analyst II

Bargaining Unit: FOCUS-MFPE

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, flex for special projects, 12 months/year

Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

A Complete Application Includes

• Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
• Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.

Testing: Individual hiring departments within the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.

The University of Montana offers a wide variety of benefits. Please visit the Montana University System Benefits website for full information or contact our office if you have additional questions.

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Are you a current UM Employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question