Intermediate IAM Consultant
CLIENT Location: Vienna, Austria
Job Type: full time
Role type (Permanent/Contract): LONG TERM Contract
Work Model: remote (occasional visits to client office)
Salary range: UNDISCLOSED by client (Please update your preferred daily rate at submission)
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Identity and Access Management (IAM) Consultant to join our cybersecurity team. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing IAM solutions to ensure secure access to organizational resources while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Roles & Responsibilities
IAM Strategy & Design
– Develop and implement IAM strategies aligned with business objectives and security requirements
– Design identity governance frameworks including role-based access control (RBAC) and attribute-based access control (ABAC)
– Create detailed technical specifications for IAM solutions and integrations
– Conduct access reviews and develop remediation plans for identified gaps
Implementation & Integration
– Configure and deploy IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, AWS IAM, or similar solutions
– Integrate IAM systems with existing enterprise applications and directories
– Implement single sign-on (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions
– Develop custom connectors and APIs for application integration
Identity Governance & Administration
– Establish and maintain identity lifecycle management processes
– Configure automated provisioning and deprovisioning workflows
– Implement segregation of duties controls and policy enforcement
– Manage privileged access management (PAM) solutions
Compliance & Risk Management
– Ensure IAM solutions meet regulatory requirements (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.)
– Conduct regular access certifications and compliance audits
– Develop and maintain IAM policies, procedures, and documentation
– Support internal and external audit activities
Technical Leadership
– Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, security, and business stakeholders
– Troubleshoot complex IAM issues and provide root cause analysis
– Stay current with IAM technologies and industry best practices
Required Skills & Qualifications
– Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
– > 4 years of hands-on experience in IAM implementation and administration
– Experience with at least two major IAM platforms (SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity, etc.)
– Strong understanding of identity protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP, Kerberos)
– Experience with directory services (Active Directory, Azure AD, LDAP)
– Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, JavaScript)
– Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their IAM services
– Understanding of database concepts and SQL queries
– Experience with API integration and web services
Certifications (Preferred, please highlight in your CV)
– Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM)
– SailPoint Certified IdentityIQ Engineer
– Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
– AWS Certified Security – Specialty
– CISSP, CISA, or similar security certifications
Qualifications
– Experience in large enterprise environments with complex IAM requirements
– Knowledge of identity federation and trust relationships
– Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
– Understanding of zero-trust architecture principles
– Previous consulting or client-facing experience