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Title: Global Cybersecurity IAM Analyst (Hybrid)
Duration: 10+ Months
Location: Northbrook, IL
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C
candidates will not be considered.
Schedule Details: It is a hybrid position 3 days a week in office.
Job Description:
Responsibilities:**
The Global Cybersecurity IAM Analyst will be responsible for
implementing robust identity and access management strategies and
solutions to ensure the security and integrity of our organizations
digital assets. They will work closely with the business and application
teams to ensure that the right people have access to the right
resources. This position will report to the Global Cybersecurity IAM
Director.
Provide subject matter expertise on associated identity solutions,
modules, IAM applications, platforms, frameworks, tools, active
directory, privileged account management, synchronization, provisioning,
public key infrastructure, and other relevant identity applications.
Assist with development, enforcement, and remediation for appropriate
policies, standards, and procedures related to identity and access
management.
Participate in audits, perform walkthroughs on access management
processes, and implement enhancements to address control deficiencies.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures, ethical
practices, and regulatory guidelines.
Understand and be able to articulate the companys IAM strategy.
Develop IAM metrics, KPIs and concise reports to upper management to
track progress and measure success.
Understand the various IAM tools and technologies available and be able
to recommend solutions that will meet the companys needs.
Lead IAM projects from start to finish, including developing project
plans, coordinating resources, and managing timelines.
Have a strong understanding of security concepts and how they apply to
IAM.
Manage day-to-day operational activities and ensure escalations are
addressed.
Administer user accounts, user groups, and access privileges in the
organizations identity management system.
Work effectively with team members to ensure that IAM solutions are
integrated seamlessly into the overall infrastructure.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Knowledge and Skills
In-depth knowledge and expertise in identity and access management
methodologies, principles, and best practices. Proficient in
implementing and managing IAM technologies and solutions to safeguard
the organizations digital assets.
Proficient in leading incident response efforts related to IAM security
incidents and troubleshooting IAM-related issues effectively.
Skilled in establishing IAM governance processes and policies to ensure
compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Ability to define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for IAM
activities. Proficient in generating and presenting periodic reports to
senior management, providing insights into the organizations IAM
posture.
Competent in identifying IAM-related risks and implementing risk
mitigation strategies to safeguard against unauthorized access and cyber
threats.
Knowledgeable in implementing strong authentication mechanisms and
multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enhance the security of user logins
and transactions.
Demonstrated ability to design and manage end-to-end identity lifecycle
processes, including user provisioning, deprovisioning, and access
reviews. Skilled in ensuring timely and accurate management of user
identities and access rights.
Proficient in designing and enforcing access control mechanisms,
role-based access control (RBAC), and entitlement management. Capable of
aligning access rights with business needs and security requirements.
Proficient in designing and implementing privileged access management
solutions to secure and monitor privileged accounts and activities.
Translate security-related matters into business terms that are clear
and understandable to executives.
Able to navigate a demanding, high-pressure environment and deliver
under tight deadlines.
Think strategically and incorporate business needs into technical
roadmaps
Professional education and experience:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a
related field
6+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management
In-depth knowledge of IAM concepts, technologies, and frameworks.
Experience with Access Management (AM) tools such as Microsoft Azure,
Okta, Oracle, or Ping Identity.
Personal Characteristics
Is a confident, energetic self-starter with strong interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and possessing a high sense of urgency and personal
integrity
Excellent communi
