IGA/ IAM Architect

TEKsystems•Dallas, TX

9d•$70 - $85•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced IGA/IAM Architect with deep expertise in Saviynt to design, implement, and scale enterprise identity governance solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong architectural mindset, hands-on technical leadership, and a proven ability to deliver secure, compliant, and business-aligned identity programs. This role is responsible for leading the strategy, architecture, and implementation of identity governance capabilities across the enterprise, with a focus on scalability, automation, and Zero Trust principles.

Requirements

Deep expertise in Saviynt
Strong architectural mindset
Hands-on technical leadership
Proven ability to deliver secure, compliant, and business-aligned identity programs
Experience integrating with HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors)
Experience integrating healthcare applications and platforms: EHR systems such as Epic, Clinical and operational systems requiring role-based and compliant access

Nice To Haves

Saviynt certifications (e.g., Saviynt Certified Engineer/Architect)
Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture frameworks
Familiarity with scripting or development (Java, Python, SQL) for custom integrations

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of Saviynt-based IGA solutions.
Architect and implement core identity governance capabilities, including: JML workflows, Access Request & Provisioning, Access Certifications / Reviews, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) & Role Engineering, Segregation of Duties (SoD), Identity Analytics and Reporting.
Define and drive the IGA roadmap and strategy, aligning with organizational security, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives.
Evaluate existing IAM/IGA landscape and recommend modernization aligned with Zero Trust and identity-first security models.
Design integration patterns for onboarding enterprise applications (cloud and on-prem) into Saviynt using connectors, APIs, and custom integrations.
Establish and enforce architecture standards, design principles, and governance frameworks for identity management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Security, Infrastructure, Application Owners, Audit, and Compliance) to ensure successful delivery and adoption.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to IGA engineers and guide implementation best practices.
Support troubleshooting, performance tuning, and optimization of identity systems.
Ensure solutions comply with regulatory and audit requirements (SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.).