Identity & Access Management (IAM) Analyst - Hybrid (Houston or Dallas TX)

AECOM • Dallas, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst to join our Global Security Team. This role will play a critical part in advancing our Identity and Access Management and Zero Trust Identity Program by ensuring secure and efficient identity and access management practices. The successful candidate will assist with daily operational tasks, Privilege Access Management tasks, application onboarding using SCIM or Saviynt solutions, and contribute to the overall security posture of the organization. This position will offer flexibility for hybrid work schedules including both in-office presence and telecommute/virtual work, to be based in either Dallas or Houston, TX.

Requirements

• BA/BS plus at least 6 years of relevant IT experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Proficiency in Active Directory and Azure AD security provisioning, administration, and configuration including Conditional Access Controls.
• Experience with Saviynt or similar identity governance solutions for application onboarding and lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of CyberArk or similar Privilege Access Management tools and Entra for privileged access management and identity governance.
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve IAM-related issues efficiently.
• Familiarity with IAM automation and scripting for process optimization.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to recognize and analyze security events and threats using analytics and correlation of security event IDs.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and their application in identity and access management.
• Ability to document and present technical processes and workflows clearly and concisely.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy and compliance in all IAM processes and documentation.
• A proactive mindset to identify opportunities for improvement and take initiative to implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage user, group, and system objects through their lifecycle, including provisioning, updates, deactivation, and deletion, in alignment with established processes and policies.
• Assist with privileged credential management, access controls following a least privilege model or JIT access implementation.
• Ensure continuous revalidation or access through access control reviews.
• Support the onboarding of applications to the IAM platform using SCIM or Saviynt solutions, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with security standards.
• Collaborate with the Global Security Team to implement and maintain Zero Trust principles within the IAM framework, focusing on least privilege access and continuous verification.
• Develop, document, and communicate Identity and Access Management standards, processes, procedures, workflows, and associated metrics.
• Ensure IAM services are closely monitored for availability, resiliency, and compliance with organizational policies.
• Recognition of security events and threats via correlation of Security event ID’s using analytics.
• Support and contribute to Identity and Access Management-related projects and initiatives, including system upgrades, process improvements, and technology evaluations.

Benefits

• AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees