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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$136K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing enterprise IAM solutions, ensuring security through Zero Trust architecture while managing authentication and identity processes for critical state...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $126K *

Transform identity management in a regulated healthcare setting by designing and implementing secure access controls, leading lifecycle management, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and HITRUST stand...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to modernizing critical systems for state agencies. Contribute to IAM solutions by managing user accounts, troubleshooting access issues, and supporting technologies like...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K *

Drive modernization efforts by managing IAM solutions, troubleshooting access issues, and enforcing policies. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance security technologies like MFA and SSO, contr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $205K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing identity security solutions. Leverage your expertise in IGA to implement and configure systems, solve client challenges, and collaborate effectively to delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Transform identity security by implementing IGA solutions, solving access challenges, and collaborating with clients to enhance their security posture through innovative design and deployment methodol...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

Unlock your potential by implementing and configuring Identity Governance solutions. Collaborate with clients to enhance security, streamline access management, and deliver tailored solutions in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock the potential of identity security by implementing IGA solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance access governance, and delivering tailored security strategies in a dynamic, team-oriente...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing identity security by implementing and configuring IGA solutions. Collaborate with clients to solve access challenges and ensure robust governance while delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Optimize identity security solutions by implementing IGA systems, collaborating with clients to enhance access governance, and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. Drive innova...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $189K *

Elevate identity security by implementing IGA solutions, customizing workflows, and solving access challenges. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance security posture and deliver high-quality r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Elevate your career by implementing cutting-edge Identity Governance solutions. Collaborate with clients to enhance security, streamline access management, and deliver tailored IGA solutions while thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

Shape identity security solutions by implementing IGA systems, customizing workflows, and collaborating with clients to enhance access governance and lifecycle management. Drive project success throug...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock your potential as a hands-on identity security expert, implementing IGA solutions and solving access challenges. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and deliver tailored soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Elevate your career by implementing and configuring Identity Governance solutions. Collaborate with clients to solve access challenges, ensuring security and compliance while delivering high-quality r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Tackle identity security challenges by implementing IGA solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance access governance, and ensuring high-quality project delivery in a dynamic team environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $164K *

Empower clients by implementing and configuring Identity Governance & Administration solutions. Collaborate with teams to solve security challenges, ensuring high-quality results and effective communi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $205K *

Unlock potential by implementing and configuring Identity Governance solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance security access controls, and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Transform identity security by implementing IGA solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance access governance, and delivering tailored security strategies in a dynamic team environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Lead the charge in implementing Identity Governance & Administration solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance security and access management. Utilize technical expertise to solve challenges an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Join a dynamic team as you implement and configure Identity Governance & Administration solutions, tackling access and security challenges while collaborating with clients to enhance their identity se...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Champion identity security solutions by implementing IGA systems, customizing workflows, and solving access challenges. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance security posture and deliver high...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock potential by implementing and configuring Identity Governance & Administration solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance security and access management while delivering high-quality resu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Innovate solutions in identity security by implementing IGA systems, enhancing client access control, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality results while navigating complex security cha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock potential by implementing and configuring Identity Governance solutions. Collaborate with clients to enhance security, streamline access management, and deliver tailored solutions while thrivin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business 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.