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 - $130K *

Shape the future of endpoint management by leading a team to design and optimize mobile device management strategies using Microsoft Intune within a secure, regulated environment, ensuring compliance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $140K *

Develop strategic enterprise accounts by driving new business and expanding relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex identity challenges, ensuring measurable outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $108K *

Execute transformative cloud solutions for Government clients, ensuring secure, efficient Managed Services delivery across multiple cloud platforms. Collaborate with teams to operationalize and enhanc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $108K *

Empower Government Cloud operations by implementing secure, scalable Managed Services. Collaborate with teams to streamline onboarding, automate processes, and uphold compliance while enhancing custom...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by supporting managed services infrastructure, ensuring seamless incident response, systems administration, and network troubleshooting while collaborating with internal t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional consulting services by managing client implementations, diagnosing technical issues, and providing tailored solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless in...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead robust cloud infrastructure solutions in AWS and AWS GovCloud, ensuring CI/CD and security compliance across environments. Collaborate with teams to optimize deployment and operational processes...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $260K *

Lead the charge in securing global systems as a Cybersecurity Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure architectures while ensuring compliance with critical s...

Carlsbad, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in securing cloud environments through continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust cybersecurit...

Colorado, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, architecting scalable systems and driving DevOps initiatives. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and mentor engineers while en...

Nye, MTRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower customers to maximize value through strategic engagement and support. Manage a portfolio, drive adoption, and ensure satisfaction throughout the customer lifecycle, fostering long-term success...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Engage clients by leading the technical onboarding of a digital banking platform. Collaborate with internal teams to customize features, support data conversion, and ensure timely, high-quality deploy...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform the architecture of diverse security platforms, guiding teams through complex design challenges while ensuring scalable, secure, and maintainable systems across multiple product areas in a h...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $230K *

Drive the product strategy for enterprise non-human identity, shaping governance and accountability across healthcare systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform emerging challenges into scal...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion the audit lifecycle for Medicare and commercial products, ensuring compliance and accuracy in regulatory audits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and mitigate r...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $153K *

Join us to design and implement robust backend systems using Java and Spring Boot. You'll enhance product capabilities through modern engineering practices, CI/CD, and collaboration, while contributin...

Illinois, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $145K *

Partner with us to design and develop innovative full stack applications that enhance legal operations and compliance initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT operations and ensuring compliance. You'll manage daily IT tasks, support security initiatives, and collaborate on maintaining audit readiness, all while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $161K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud IT by designing secure, scalable systems. Collaborate across the organization to implement innovative solutions and drive operational excellence, leverag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $265K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing engineering team focused on firewall validation and security. Drive collaboration across technical and product teams while fostering an inclusive enviro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Empower clients by transforming their needs into innovative system designs. As a Design Engineer 2, you'll lead complex projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and refine your technical expertise whi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $160K *

Unlock potential by developing and enhancing Java applications for a large-scale IAM platform. Collaborate with experts to design solutions, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system stability in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $205K *

Lead the design and implementation of OCI observability solutions, ensuring robust monitoring and compliance for mission-critical systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, security, an...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $327K *

Unlock potential by leading security strategy and architecture, partnering with the CISO to enhance technical oversight and incident response. Drive secure practices across teams while mentoring engin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $165K *

Empower enterprise data management by administering and enhancing analytics platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance while driving continuous im...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.