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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$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by designing and developing a scalable cloud platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, performance, and analytics while tackling complex challenges i...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Innovate cloud solutions by designing and automating infrastructure in Cloud.gov and Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and security, driving impactful results for clients while shap...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize support processes and lead technical resolutions, mentoring junior team members while collaborating with engineering. Elevate customer experiences by addressing complex issues and enhancing t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing Security Engineering and CloudSecOps team. Drive security initiatives across cloud and enterprise environments, ensuring compliance and resilience whil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the platform engineering team to modernize a .NET insurance platform, enhancing CI/CD practices and infrastructure as code. Drive initiatives for scalable architecture and stability while collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate within a dynamic platform engineering team, driving modernization of a .NET insurance platform. Shape CI/CD practices and infrastructure as code to enhance scalability and stability...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $309K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $233K *

Drive security excellence by leading a high-performing team in incident detection and response. Own the technology stack and enhance security across multi-tenant SaaS environments, ensuring rapid thre...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing advanced Building Automation Systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to ensure optimal system integration and perfo...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Lead the development of innovative cybersecurity strategies and architectures, collaborating with clients and teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with business objectives and emerging thre...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $162K *

Transform enterprise network infrastructure by architecting secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless connectivity and performance while supporting digital transformation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading hands-on security engineering efforts to modernize cybersecurity for a major federal agency. Collaborate with teams to remediate vulnerabilities and enhance cloud infrastru...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise endpoint capabilities by designing, securing, and automating solutions for diverse users. Collaborate with cybersecurity and support teams to ensure effective deployment and lifec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $218K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $251K *

Unlock strategic opportunities in Data Security by partnering with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions, lead evaluations, and ensure customer success in the Public Sector. Drive innovation and c...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance offensive security research by designing red team agents and automating tradecraft. Shape full-chain operations across diverse environments, ensuring robust detection-evasion capabilities and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $145K *

Deliver seamless integration and Tier 3 support for secure mobile infrastructure. Collaborate with enterprise stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance, and customer satisfaction while managing c...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join us to enhance application security by conducting assessments, managing tools, and collaborating with teams to mitigate risks. Your expertise will help ensure secure development practices and prot...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$500K+*

Elevate security by leading a dynamic team to protect client applications across diverse platforms. Drive strategy and technical direction for foundational security capabilities, ensuring robust defen...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$127K - $213K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $85K *

Support our network infrastructure by troubleshooting and resolving LAN/WAN issues, ensuring optimal performance and security for the Department of Defense's medical network services. Bring your exper...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.