IAM Specialist - IT

Areas USA, Inc • Miami, FL

6d

About The Position

Manage and maintain the organization's Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems and processes. Ensure secure and efficient user access provisioning, authentication, and authorization across all enterprise systems and applications. Implement and enforce access control policies, perform access reviews and audits, and support compliance requirements. Collaborate with IT teams and business stakeholders to deliver seamless and secure identity management solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 3-5 years of experience in identity and access management, IT security, or system administration
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to security best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Customer service orientation with ability to support diverse user populations
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with security trends
• Strong experience with Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID, and directory services
• Hands-on experience with IAM platforms such as Okta, SailPoint, Ping Identity, or similar
• Knowledge of authentication protocols including SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, LDAP, and Kerberos
• Understanding of identity governance and access certification processes
• Experience with privileged access management (PAM) tools like CyberArk, Beyond Trust, or Thycotic
• Familiarity with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, or similar) for automation
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and their identity services
• Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOX)
• Experience with ticketing and workflow systems (ServiceNow, Jira, or similar)

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications preferred (CISSP, Security+, Azure AD Administrator, Okta Certified Administrator, or similar)
• Knowledge of API integrations and web services for system connectivity

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain IAM platforms including Active Directory, Azure AD, Okta, or similar identity management systems
• Manage user lifecycle processes including account provisioning, modifications, and de-provisioning
• Implement and maintain role-based access control (RBAC) and least privilege access principles
• Configure and manage single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and password policies
• Conduct regular access reviews and recertification campaigns to ensure appropriate user permissions
• Investigate and resolve access-related issues and service requests in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain documentation for IAM processes, procedures, and system configurations
• Monitor IAM systems for security events, anomalies, and potential unauthorized access attempts
• Collaborate with application owners to integrate new systems with IAM infrastructure
• Support identity governance and administration (IGA) initiatives and privileged access management (PAM) programs
• Ensure IAM practices comply with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Participate in security audits and provide evidence of access controls and compliance
• Assist with identity federation and integration with third-party services and cloud platforms
• Provide technical guidance and training to IT staff and end users on IAM-related topics
• Stay current with IAM technologies, security best practices, and emerging threats

Benefits

• We offer full-time eligible employees affordable medical insurance, dental and vision benefits, along with a variety of voluntary insurance options.
• Our benefits package includes company-sponsored life insurance, a free employee assistance program, competitive paid time off, company holidays, and a 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Plus, enjoy access to discount programs for travel and entertainment and a location meal program.
• In addition, this position is bonus eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level