About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect to join our growing team. As a key member of our Security organization, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and innovative identity solutions that support the organization's business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of IAM solutions, including user authentication, authorization, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management (PAM).
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders across the organization, including IT, Security, Compliance, and business units, to understand their requirements and translate them into effective IAM solutions.
- Serve as an internal consultant, providing guidance and expertise on IAM best practices, industry standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Stay abreast of emerging IAM technologies, trends, and threats, and proactively identify opportunities to enhance the organization's security posture.
- Mentor and guide junior IAM engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the team.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of IAM policies, procedures, and standards.
- Participate in security audits and assessments, and assist in remediation efforts.
Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management, with a strong focus on design, implementation, and architecture.
- Deep expertise in IAM technologies such as Okta, Azure AD, ForgeRock, SailPoint, and experience with IAM protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
- Strong understanding of security best practices, industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001), and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to risk mitigation.
- Proficiency in English and Dutch is essential.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or industry-specific IAM certifications.
- Experience with cloud-based IAM solutions and cloud computing environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
