Senior IAM Architect

Senior IAM Architect/Engineer

Location: Piscatway,NJ/ Charlotte,NC

Position type: W2 contract

Role Summary

The IAM Architect/Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing a scalable, secure Identity and Access Management (IAM) framework, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), to support enterprise user management, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

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Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement RBAC and group-based access models aligned to business roles and least privilege principles
• Define and enforce access policies, including segregation of duties (SoD) and sensitive data (e.g., PHI) controls
• Architect and implement identity lifecycle processes (Joiner, Mover, Leaver) with automated provisioning and deprovisioning
• Develop and integrate authentication and authorization solutions (SSO, MFA, federation)
• Configure and integrate IAM platforms (e.g., Okta, Auth0, Microsoft Entra ID) with enterprise applications
• Establish approval workflows for access requests and sensitive permissions
• Design and implement audit logging, reporting, and access certification processes
• Collaborate with business, security, and engineering teams to translate requirements into IAM solutions
• Support testing, validation, and rollout of IAM enhancements, ensuring compliance and security standards are met

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Required Skills

• Strong expertise in IAM and RBAC design, including role modeling and entitlement mapping
• Experience with IAM platforms such as Okta, Auth0, or Microsoft Entra ID
• Knowledge of authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC) and access control frameworks
• Experience with access governance, audit, and compliance (e.g., PHI, SOX, NIST)
• Familiarity with API integrations and application security concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in healthcare or financial services environments
• Knowledge of policy-as-code or automated access controls
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD integration for IAM solutions
• Experience designing scalable, enterprise-grade access models

Key Outcomes

• Standardized and scalable RBAC framework
• Reduced manual access management and improved operational efficiency
• Enhanced security posture with enforced access controls and auditability
• Improved user onboarding experience through automation and self-service