The Manager, Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineering leads the design, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the organization's IAM program and supporting technologies, providing oversight for engineers responsible for identity services, authentication, authorization, privileged access management, identity governance, directory services, and access lifecycle automation. This role ensures the security, availability, scalability, and operational excellence of IAM platforms while supporting cybersecurity objectives, regulatory requirements, and business initiatives. Working closely with Information Security, Infrastructure, Applications, Human Resources, Compliance, and business stakeholders, the Manager establishes technical standards, drives strategic IAM initiatives, oversees platform engineering activities, and ensures identity services align with organizational security policies and industry best practices. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or related field. Work Experience • 2 years of experience in leadership, engineering, customer service, cybersecurity, or related field. • 4 years information technology, cybersecurity, identity and access management, or related experience. A combination of relevant education, professional certifications**, and directly related work experience may be considered in lieu of specific degree requirements where appropriate. **Relevant certifications may include, but are not limited to, CISSP, CISM, Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator, SailPoint certifications, BeyondTrust certifications, or other industry-recognized IAM and cybersecurity credentials. Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) • Ability to lead, mentor, and develop highly technical engineering teams. • Strong organizational, project management, and prioritization skills. • Ability to influence stakeholders and drive cross-functional initiatives. • Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management architecture and security principles. • Knowledge of modern authentication protocols and identity federation technologies. • Understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks including HIPAA, SOX, NIST, and HITRUST. • Experience designing highly available and secure IAM solutions. • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment. Job Duties • Lead and develop the IAM Engineering team, including performance management, coaching, career development, and workforce planning. • Develop and execute the IAM Engineering roadmap aligned with organizational cybersecurity and business objectives. • Establish engineering standards, operational procedures, and governance processes for IAM services. • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and technology roadmaps. • Partner with Information Security leadership to implement identity-related security controls. • Ensure IAM platforms align with organizational security standards, Zero Trust principles, and regulatory requirements. • Support audits, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives. • Drive remediation of identity-related risks and vulnerabilities. • Lead IAM-related projects and initiatives. • Collaborate with application owners and infrastructure teams to integrate enterprise applications into IAM services. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. 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