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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$192K - $278K *

Join our team to lead the migration of authentication services, ensuring scalability and reliability. You'll set technical direction, design workflows, and collaborate across teams to enhance security...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading Zero Trust architecture initiatives. Drive enterprise-wide strategies, develop reusable patterns, and ensure alignment with federal standards while guiding...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing security documentation and consulting on architecture. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, perform penetration testing, and implement security improvemen...

Plano, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Transform application security by implementing robust programs across development, QA, and IT. Collaborate with teams to design secure products, conduct reviews, and leverage AI/ML tools to enhance se...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the integration of IT and OT systems, ensuring secure, scalable architectures for customer deployments. Lead technical discovery, implementation, and support, driving seamless connectivity and...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Support SAP security in a DoD IL5 S/4HANA environment, enhancing Zero Trust architecture and system security. Collaborate with cyber and audit teams to solve complex challenges and ensure mission-crit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you develop innovative Cloud-Native architectures for the Royal Canadian Navy, enhancing operational readiness through collaborative systems design and deployment in a dynamic...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence by ensuring the reliability of our AI agent platform. As a Site Reliability Engineer, you'll tackle unique challenges in production, define standards, and enhance perfor...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $121K *

Manage and support network infrastructure for remote sites, ensuring optimal performance and availability. Collaborate on project implementations while troubleshooting complex network issues to enhanc...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $121K *

Transform the network infrastructure by providing expert support and troubleshooting for remote sites, ensuring optimal performance and reliability while collaborating on project implementations with...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading offensive security initiatives, testing applications and AWS infrastructure. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance security measures, implement fixes, and drive inn...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Lead the design and operation of cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring reliability and performance for a high-throughput trading platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing a comprehensive security program, ensuring robust protection for cutting-edge AI infrastructure while innovating security practices across multiple sites...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $145K *

Transform enterprise data platforms by designing and implementing scalable AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance, reliability, and operational excelle...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to guiding customers through their deployment journey, ensuring seamless transitions and successful outcomes. Leverage your expertise to manage complex projects and collab...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $160K *

Transform healthcare supply chains by implementing GHX software solutions, enhancing customer understanding, and driving process improvements through expert analysis and collaboration with stakeholder...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $197K *

Optimize customer engagement by leading sales initiatives for Identity Security Solutions. Collaborate with teams to exceed revenue goals while delivering tailored solutions and exceptional service to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing automation solutions that enhance enterprise IT operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency a...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, focusing on IT service recovery and business continuity. Collaborate with federal staff to develop strategies that ensure operational resilience...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $127K *

Elevate your career by supporting the design and maintenance of enterprise WAN infrastructure. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure network reliability and performance across multiple locations, e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $285K *

Join a team that's redefining security engineering by designing and delivering innovative, multi-domain security services. Collaborate across teams to enhance physical and cloud security, ensuring ope...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$122K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and maintenance of scalable cloud infrastructure. Drive innovation in cloud technologies, ensuring robust security and efficient deployment while collaborating w...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $160K *

Transform the future of endpoint management by developing innovative solutions that enhance security and performance across diverse platforms, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver impactful so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Lead the charge in integrating DOD MP-ICAM solutions, focusing on CAC/PIV, SAML, and Active Directory. Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to enhance identity controls and support privileged-access w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $148K *

Help us deliver exceptional customer experiences by leading technical implementations and training for our product suite. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployments and e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.