Hybrid Lead Cloud IAM Engineer

at Northwestern Mutual

• Job title: Lead Cloud IAM Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $126,000 - $234,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: AWS, Azure, Cloud, Cyber Security
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Milwaukee, United States

About the role

• Lead Cloud IAM Engineer securing complex systems and cloud identities at Northwestern Mutual. Collaborating with stakeholders and driving cloud identity strategy while managing advanced projects.

Responsibilities

• Works under minimal supervision within the Cloud domain within the IAM Department on larger and complex projects
• Able to perform the most advanced development tasks within their domain independently but may need assistance from others when working outside of their IAM Domain
• Handles very high complex issues independently but may need assistance from others on team for more the most complex issues
• Has a solid understanding of general security frameworks and delivery models
• Begins to master multiple IAM Domains
• Defines how Identity & Access Management and tools should be used within their IAM Domain(s)
• Contributes to overall IAM Strategy for domain(s) they represent
• Defines knowledge of engineering best practices within their IAM Domain(s)
• Has an advanced understanding of Identity & Access Management outside of their IAM Domain and how their work impacts others
• Leads the architecture of IAM solutions, considering scalability, security, and usability requirements within their domain(s)
• Stays updated with the latest IAM technologies, trends, and emerging threats, and proactively implement necessary measures to mitigate risks
• Leads collaboration with third-party vendors and partners to evaluate IAM tools and services
• Advanced skills of requirements gathering and seeing through the eyes of the customers and aligns technical objectives to business objectives
• Able to troubleshoot or analyze the most advanced process issues, identify cause, and recommend efficiencies or provide formal reporting
• Provides recommendations to higher level staff of how to resolve new or complex issues
• Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to their IAM Domain and more junior IAM personnel outside of their domain
• Exhibits appetite for continuous learning and improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information systems or equivalent work experience in the IT field
• 6-8 years of professional experience required
• Experience architecting and securing enterprises within public cloud environments, AWS preferred
• Experience in the following domains: Directory Services (SSO/Federation, Active Directory, Azure, AWS), Identity Governance & Administration (Sailpoint IIQ, Access Certifications), Privileged Access, Client Identity and Access Management
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar certifications are highly desirable

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities