Identity and Access Management Engineer Jobs

Explore Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. IAM engineers help organizations protect systems and data by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure identity, authentication, and access controls.

What Does an Identity and Access Management Engineer Do?

IAM engineers build and operate the systems that determine who can access applications, infrastructure, and sensitive information. Responsibilities may include configuring single sign-on (SSO) and multifactor authentication (MFA), managing identity lifecycle workflows, automating provisioning and deprovisioning, and supporting role-based access control. They also investigate access issues, monitor controls, and partner with security, IT, compliance, and application teams.

Common IAM Engineer Skills and Technologies

Employers often seek experience with identity providers and directory services, access governance, privileged access management, federation standards such as SAML and OpenID Connect, and automation using scripting or APIs. Familiarity with cloud platforms, security frameworks, audit requirements, and platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, or SailPoint may also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by organization and role.

IAM Engineer Career Opportunities

IAM engineering roles span industries that rely on secure access to business-critical systems, including technology, financial services, healthcare, and consulting. Depending on experience and specialization, professionals may advance into IAM architecture, identity security leadership, security engineering, or broader cybersecurity roles.

Find High-Paying Identity and Access Management Engineer Jobs

Browse Identity and Access Management Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, required technologies, location, and compensation details to find a role aligned with your expertise and career goals.

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$110K - $183K *

Advance your career by designing and implementing secure identity solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance authentication and authorization capabilities across platforms, ensuring...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role in identity security, focusing on IAM solutions across multiple platforms. Lead the implementation of access controls and governance while collaborating with tea...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $195K *

Develop and implement robust identity and access management solutions, focusing on authentication, authorization, and lifecycle management. Collaborate across teams to enhance security and minimize ri...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $164K *

Transform your career by leading Identity and Access Management initiatives, enhancing security protocols, and driving automation in a dynamic IT environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement secure identity solutions using Okta, ensuring compliance with DoD standards while enhancing authentication processes across high-visibility systems in a fu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $107K *

Take ownership of enhancing security posture by managing IAM systems, utilizing Microsoft Sentinel and Defender, and leveraging Kusto Query Language (KQL) for threat detection and response in a collab...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Join us to design and maintain enterprise identity governance solutions, enhancing cybersecurity and automating identity processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable capabilities that...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore the forefront of cybersecurity as you enhance identity management capabilities, ensuring secure access and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with teams to address complex issues and contribut...

Davenport, IARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$217K - $303K *

Shape the future of identity management by designing scalable solutions that enhance authentication and security systems, ensuring compliance while collaborating across teams to address complex challe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Advance IAM security by designing and implementing robust architectures and controls across enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity security and explore...

Georgia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity by implementing and optimizing privileged access solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure critical infrastructure and protect sensitive c...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $200K *

Manage and execute a comprehensive IAM strategy, ensuring robust identity security across corporate and cloud environments. Lead a team to implement Zero Trust principles and enhance identity governan...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $161K *

Tackle enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, ensuring secure access across applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain authentication...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Drive the technical strategy for identity governance services, leading a team to enhance identity security across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement SailPoint solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $291K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise identity and access management strategies. Drive operational excellence, oversee IAM governance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security a...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of IAM solutions, enhancing security, and influencing stakeholders. Drive lifecycle management, automate processes, and stay ahead of industry trends while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a senior engineer managing Active Directory services, ensuring security, availability, and recovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support identity modernization...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion identity lifecycle management by automating access processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing security posture. Collaborate with teams to identify anomalies and streamline auditing while m...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing organizational security by developing security frameworks, assessing controls, and collaborating with technical teams to create a resilient security architecture for moder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $179K *

Manage complex IT projects from concept to implementation, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with federal standards. Utilize Agile methodologies to lead teams and maintain stakeholder communicat...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects from concept to implementation, ensuring alignment with federal standards. Utilize Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality outcomes while overseeing...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career with a Lead Engineer role focused on delivering client engagements, designing security architectures, and leading enterprise security platform migrations while ensuring alignment w...

King Of Prussia, PARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $270K *

Champion IAM initiatives by leading technical implementations and team growth, ensuring seamless access and compliance across global operations while driving automation and user-centric solutions...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and enhancement of corporate security infrastructure, improving automation and maintaining strong security posture in a cloud environment. Collaborate with teams to implement controls...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Identity and Access Management Engineer do?question toggle

    An IAM Engineer designs, implements, and maintains systems that manage digital identities and control access to applications, infrastructure, and data. The work can include SSO, MFA, identity lifecycle automation, access governance, and troubleshooting.

  • What skills are commonly required for IAM Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include identity providers and directory services, SSO and MFA, access control, identity lifecycle management, scripting or API automation, and familiarity with cloud environments. Some roles also request experience with SAML, OpenID Connect, privileged access management, or access governance platforms.

  • Which tools and platforms may IAM Engineers use?question toggle

    Depending on the employer, IAM Engineers may work with platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, or SailPoint, along with cloud identity services, directory technologies, and security automation tools.

  • How much do Identity and Access Management Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary and compensation details.

  • Where can I find Identity and Access Management Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Identity and Access Management Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and use each listing to review qualifications, location, and compensation.