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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$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead connectivity projects for leased data centers, ensuring compliance with standards and managing cross-functional collaboration from site assessment to operational handoff. D...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise identity management by administering Oracle databases for critical ICAM programs. Ensure data integrity, performance, and security while collaborating with engineeri...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring reliability and security for production environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance deployment practice...

Overland Park, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion the design and development of robust APIs and automation infrastructure, enhancing telehealth services. Collaborate across teams to streamline workflows and improve system reliability, while...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Deliver impactful IT solutions by owning and enhancing infrastructure, systems, and processes that ensure operational integrity and security while collaborating with teams to meet business needs as th...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $180K *

Drive the modernization of Veterans Benefits Administration claims processing by designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines and solutions, ensuring efficient data integration and analytics for i...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $325K *

Elevate your career by securing and managing the transition to a hybrid-cloud infrastructure. Own identity management, cloud security, and developer tooling while leading incident response and threat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Champion program delivery for enterprise IAM solutions, overseeing cost, schedule, and performance. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance identity services and ensure compliance with federal p...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and maintaining secure cloud and infrastructure solutions while collaborating across departments to deliver exceptional client support and proactive maintenan...

Connecticut, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $133K *

Elevate cybersecurity standards by leading complex assessments, evaluating risks, and providing expert guidance to enhance compliance and security across federal systems. Collaborate with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$436K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in managing a team of backend engineers to enhance and innovate platform capabilities, balancing immediate partner needs with future growth while ensuring technical excellence and oper...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Champion your career by leading security engagements, assessing architectures, and enhancing compliance. Collaborate with top professionals to identify risks and implement best practices, ensuring rob...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $134K *

Elevate compliance standards by conducting detailed FedRAMP assessments, analyzing technical artifacts, and collaborating with clients to ensure security controls are effectively implemented and docum...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Analyze and drive AI innovation across the Insurance portfolio, overseeing the full lifecycle of solutions from ideation to production. Lead multidisciplinary teams, shape strategy, and build new capa...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading AI innovation and delivery. Oversee the full lifecycle of AI solutions, guiding multidisciplinary teams and shaping strategic initiatives in a rapidly evol...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in AI innovation within our Insurance portfolio, overseeing the full lifecycle of solutions from ideation to production. Shape strategy, manage multidisciplinary teams, and build new c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the evolution of our Platform & Infrastructure, driving team growth and enhancing collaboration with Product Engineering. Shape processes for monitoring and incident management while optimizing v...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision and growth of Platform & Infrastructure, enhancing team dynamics and collaboration with Product Engineering while optimizing processes and vendor relationships for sustained performan...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by architecting innovative IT solutions that align with client goals. Collaborate with sales teams and engage directly with customers to deliver tailored strategies, ensuring successf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $326K *

Grow your career with a strategic role driving Data & AI Security channel sales. Collaborate with partners to develop scalable practices, enhance revenue, and shape go-to-market strategies while engag...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead enterprise architecture strategy across Oracle CX, ERP, HCM, and SCM Cloud. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable solutions, ensuring alignment with business capabilities and technolo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$155K - $190K *

Deliver seamless order-to-invoice processes by leading a team of specialists, optimizing operations, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure accurate reporting and customer satisfaction in a dy...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $110K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing and maintaining scalable cloud-based data pipelines, enhancing analytics and AI capabilities for enterprise solutions, while ensuring data reliability...

Arlington, VARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Elevate your career by enhancing platform capabilities within the FAA's ServiceNow environment. Drive integration and optimize services through agile practices, ensuring seamless data flow and improve...

Tennessee, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building reliable data pipelines and models for risk and compliance. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure data integrity and support regulatory needs w...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.