Lead IAM Information Security Analyst

ADP

$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
  • 5+ years experience in IAM or Security Operations, specifically with Active Directory and Azure AD.
  • Strong knowledge of identity protocols including LDAP, Kerberos, SAML, OAuth2, and OpenID Connect.
  • Experience with hybrid identity environments and Azure AD Connect.
  • Familiarity with IAM and PAM solutions like SailPoint or CyberArk.
  • Understanding of security frameworks and compliance (NIST, ISO, SOX, HIPAA, GDPR).
  • Proficient in Cloud IAM across major providers (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP).
  • Strong scripting or automation skills, especially in PowerShell or Python.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead IAM security programs focused on Active Directory and Azure AD.
  • Provide security guidance for directory services, including accounts and Group Policy structure.
  • Monitor compliance for role-based access control and least privilege principles in AD and cloud platforms.
  • Ensure oversight of SSO, MFA, PAM, and IGA tools for compliance and security effectiveness.
  • Align IAM configurations with compliance and security requirements for audits.
  • Mentor junior team members through documentation and knowledge sharing.
  • Analyze identity incidents and engage in incident response and root cause analysis.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.
  • Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and industry resources.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead IAM security programs, with a primary focus on Active Directory (on-prem and Azure AD), identity lifecycle management, authentication systems, and overall directory hygiene
  • Provide security oversight and guidance for directory services (Active Directory, Azure AD), including accounts, Group Policy, OU structure, domain trusts, and federation services.
  • Oversight and compliance monitoring for role-based access control (RBAC), conditional access, and least privilege principles across AD and cloud identity platforms.
  • Oversight and compliance monitoring for SSO, MFA, Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) tools.
  • Align IAM configurations and controls to meet compliance, audit, and security requirements as necessary (e.g., CIS, SOX, NIST, ISO 27001).
  • Mentor junior team members in support of IAM security program via process documentation and knowledge sharing.
  • Analyze identity-related incidents and participate in incident response and root cause analysis.
  • Knowledge of modern identity strategies (Zero Trust, passwordless authentication, Just-In-Time access).


To Succeed in This Role:
  • You will have a bachelor's degree or equivalent.


Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience in IAM or Security Operations, with hands-on expertise in Active Directory and Azure AD
  • Strong knowledge of identity protocols (LDAP, Kerberos, SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect)
  • Experience with hybrid identity environments, including Azure AD Connect, conditional access, and authentication flows
  • Familiarity with IAM and PAM solutions such as SailPoint, CyberArk, etc.
  • Understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS) and regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, HIPAA, GDPR)
  • Strong knowledge of Cloud IAM concepts and implementations across the major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP)
  • Strong scripting or automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills


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