Ascension

Identity Security Engineering Leader

Ascension$138K — $195K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent with 3 years of experience, or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, or 7 years of specific job experience required.
  • Preferred: 3 years of leadership or management experience in a relevant field.
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related engineering discipline (preferred).
  • Active cybersecurity certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CIAM are a plus.
  • Current certifications on enterprise-grade IGA/IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Saviynt, or Okta are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and execute a cloud-first IGA/IAM modernization roadmap.
  • Engineer and automate identity lifecycle event flows and access certification workflows.
  • Direct and mentor a high-performing engineering team using Agile methodologies.
  • Optimize and secure hybrid directory infrastructure with technical control over various platforms.
  • Serve as primary technical escalation authority and compliance subject matter expert.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility.
  • Full-time schedule with dayshift hours.
  • Eligible for annual bonus incentives.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Remote

Department: Data Delivery and Governance

Schedule: Full Time, Day

Salary: $138,258.29 - $195,187.61 per year

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

#LI-Remote

How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Architect and execute the cloud-first IGA/IAM modernization roadmap, orchestrating enterprise-wide application onboarding and replacing legacy systems with highly scalable, standardized identity service platforms.
  • Engineer and automate end-to-end identity lifecycle event flows (Joiner/Mover/Leaver) and access certification workflows, eliminating manual operations through API integrations, infrastructure-as-code, and platform-native automation capabilities.
  • Direct and mentor a high-performing engineering team using Agile frameworks, establishing standard operating procedures, robust change management, and a culture of continuous delivery for identity security solutions.
  • Optimize and secure hybrid directory infrastructure, maintaining deep technical control over Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID, and market-leading enterprise IGA platforms (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt, Okta, OneIdentity).
  • Serve as the primary technical escalation authority and compliance SME, managing internal/external IAM audits, designing robust security control documentation, and translating complex identity risk data into strategic counsel for senior leadership.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • Advanced Technical Degree: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Security, or a closely related engineering discipline.
  • Industry Security Credentials: Possession of active, recognized cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CIAM.
  • Vendor Platform Certification: Current, formal engineering or administration certifications on enterprise-grade IGA/IAM platform ecosystems (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt, Okta).

Responsibilities

  • Architect and execute the cloud-first IGA/IAM modernization roadmap, orchestrating enterprise-wide application onboarding and replacing legacy systems with highly scalable, standardized identity service platforms.
  • Engineer and automate end-to-end identity lifecycle event flows (Joiner/Mover/Leaver) and access certification workflows, eliminating manual operations through API integrations, infrastructure-as-code, and platform-native automation capabilities.
  • Direct and mentor a high-performing engineering team using Agile frameworks, establishing standard operating procedures, robust change management, and a culture of continuous delivery for identity security solutions.
  • Optimize and secure hybrid directory infrastructure, maintaining deep technical control over Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID, and market-leading enterprise IGA platforms (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt, Okta, OneIdentity).
  • Serve as the primary technical escalation authority and compliance SME, managing internal/external IAM audits, designing robust security control documentation, and translating complex identity risk data into strategic counsel for senior leadership.


Qualifications

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1999

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