Senior, IT Security Specialist

Quest Diagnostics•Norristown, PA

4d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior IT Security IAM Specialist is a key technical leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide identity management systems. This position ensures secure, compliant, and efficient access to company resources, specializing in user provisioning, privileged access management (PAM), and identity governance. The Senior Specialist will lead IAM projects, enforce "least privilege" access policies, and enhance IAM security. Please note this is a hybrid opportunity. The position can be based in one of the following locations; Nooristown, PA, or Secaucus, NJ

Requirements

Experience: 3+ years of direct experience in Identity and Access Management, with a total of 5+ years in information security.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience
Technical Proficiency: -Platforms: Deep expertise in Microsoft Active Directory, Azure Active Directory/Entra ID, SailPoint IdentityIQ, and CyberArk. - Protocols: Strong understanding of SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, and MFA. - Scripting: Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automation.

Nice To Haves

Certifications (Preferred): CISSP, Certified Identity Access Manager (CIAM), or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, SailPoint Certified Engineer).
Developing, documenting and maintaining security policies, processes, procedures and standards.
Audit, compliance, governance experience.
Familiar with management framework – ISO 2700x and the ITIL, COBIT and National Institute of Standards and Technology, Risk Assessment methods and technologies, mainstream operating systems – Microsoft windows, network security appliances, identity and access management, etc.
Network infrastructure – routers, switches, firewalls, etc.
IT security knowledge
Work under pressure, analytical skills, interact with company personnel, strong leadership abilities, written and verbal communication skills, strong customer/client focus, manage expectations, build long term relationships
Knowledge/ experience in CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Swift (for iOS Mobile App Development) & Java (for Android Mobile App Development). C#.net web development as a nice to have
Experience with API security and integration (REST APIs).
Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture principles.

Responsibilities

System Ownership & Design: Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for IAM platforms (e.g., SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, CyberArk), designing scalable, secure authentication and authorization workflows.
Access Management & Provisioning: Oversee the full lifecycle management of digital identities (joiners, movers, leavers), including non-person ID creation, role-based access control (RBAC), and user access reviews.
Privileged Access Management (PAM): Implement and manage PAM solutions to secure, monitor, and manage privileged accounts, ensuring compliance with security policies.
Automation & Integration: Drive automation initiatives to streamline provisioning/de-provisioning, integrating IAM systems with HR systems and cloud applications (AWS, Azure) using scripting languages like PowerShell or Python.
Compliance & Audit: Conduct regular access audits, entitlement reviews, and certification campaigns to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, GDPR).
Incident Response: Serve as a high-level responder for IAM-related incidents, such as compromised credentials or unauthorized access, and conduct root cause analysis.
Provide support for the team on a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week basis when necessary
Implementation and support – day to day IT security
General supervision
Work independently
Provide guidance to and assist in training other specialists or business resources
Establish technical and process related documentation – technical leader

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities and so much more!