About The Position
The Identity Systems Compliance & Program Lead is responsible for ensuring that enterprise identity platforms and services meet all security, policy, and legal requirements. This role oversees compliance governance, testing standards, and continuous improvement of identity capabilities that support mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in policy, compliance, and risk management aligned with regulatory frameworks, paired with a strong technical understanding of identity security best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.
- 8–12 years of relevant experience in policy, compliance, risk management, or regulatory alignment within technology or security domains.
- Strong understanding of IAM principles, security controls, and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP, FISMA).
- Excellent communication, analytical, and cross-collaboration skills with the ability to translate requirements into actionable plans.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certifications such as CIPP/G, CISA, CRISC, or CISSP strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all identity and access management (IAM) systems comply with applicable security controls, organizational policies, and legal/regulatory obligations.
- Oversee program adherence to established testing standards, validation procedures, and quality assurance frameworks.
- Lead compliance assessments, audit readiness activities, and risk mitigation initiatives across identity services.
- Provide governance and oversight for identity lifecycle processes, including authentication, authorization, provisioning, and privileged access.
- Partner with security, legal, and technology stakeholders to align identity services with evolving regulatory requirements and enterprise security strategy.
- Develop documentation, policies, and reporting that demonstrate compliance posture and program effectiveness.
- Guide continuous improvement efforts to enhance identity security, service resiliency, and operational excellence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
