Cybersecurity IAM Analyst

Codetech•Northbrook, IL

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Cybersecurity IAM Analyst implements identity and access management (IAM) strategies and solutions to protect the organization’s digital assets. The role works closely with business and application teams to ensure appropriate access to resources and reports to the Global Cybersecurity IAM Director. The analyst provides expertise across identity solutions, IAM applications and platforms, access management, Active Directory, privileged account management, synchronization, provisioning, and public key infrastructure. The position supports IAM policies and controls, audits, operational activities, project delivery, and reporting. It also administers user identities and access rights and helps integrate IAM solutions with the broader infrastructure. The role requires extensive IAM experience and knowledge of IAM methodologies, technologies, frameworks, governance, incident response, risk mitigation, authentication, identity lifecycle management, access controls, and privileged access management. The analyst must communicate security matters to business and executive audiences and perform effectively in a demanding environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
At least 6 years of experience in Identity and Access Management.
In-depth knowledge of IAM concepts, technologies, and frameworks.
Experience with Access Management tools such as Microsoft Azure, Okta, Oracle, or Ping Identity.
Expertise in IAM methodologies, principles, and best practices, including implementing and managing IAM technologies and solutions.
Ability to establish IAM governance processes and policies for regulatory and industry compliance.
Ability to define and track IAM KPIs and generate and present periodic reports to senior management.
Knowledge of IAM-related risks and risk mitigation strategies.
Knowledge of strong authentication mechanisms and multi-factor authentication.
Ability to design and manage identity lifecycle processes, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and access reviews.
Proficiency in access control mechanisms, RBAC, and entitlement management.
Proficiency in privileged access management solutions.
Ability to work in a demanding, high-pressure environment and deliver under tight deadlines.
Strategic thinking and ability to incorporate business needs into technical roadmaps.
Strong interpersonal, communication, project administration, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High ethical standards, personal integrity, self-motivation, urgency, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expertise on identity solutions, IAM modules and applications, platforms, frameworks, tools, Active Directory, privileged account management, synchronization, provisioning, public key infrastructure, and related applications.
Assist with developing, enforcing, and remediating IAM policies, standards, and procedures.
Participate in audits, conduct walkthroughs of access management processes, and implement enhancements to address control deficiencies.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures, ethical practices, and regulatory guidelines.
Understand and articulate the company’s IAM strategy.
Develop IAM metrics, KPIs, and concise reports for upper management to track progress and measure success.
Evaluate IAM tools and technologies and recommend solutions that meet company needs.
Lead IAM projects from planning through completion, including coordinating resources and managing timelines.
Apply security concepts to IAM.
Manage day-to-day operational activities and ensure escalations are addressed.
Administer user accounts, user groups, and access privileges in the identity management system.
Work with team members to integrate IAM solutions into the overall infrastructure.
Lead incident response efforts related to IAM security incidents and troubleshoot IAM-related issues.
Establish IAM governance processes and policies to support compliance.
Identify IAM-related risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms, including multi-factor authentication.
Design and manage identity lifecycle processes, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and access reviews.
Design and enforce access controls, role-based access control, and entitlement management.
Design and implement privileged access management solutions to secure and monitor privileged accounts and activities.
Translate security matters into clear business terms for executives.
Incorporate business needs into technical roadmaps and deliver work under tight deadlines.