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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$112K - $193K *

Architect secure solutions by managing advanced firewall policies and guidance, driving compliance while leading cyber security strategies. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and safeguard sen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing secure Microsoft Azure cloud solutions for critical DoD initiatives, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards while collaborating with cross-funct...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud security architecture, focusing on AWS and IAM. Leverage your expertise to shape security strategies, mentor engineers, and drive risk management initiatives in a...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $192K *

Lead the charge in developing and enhancing IAM solutions, focusing on Oracle Identity Management systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement efficient identity management pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Optimize application security by evaluating software dependencies, assessing risks, and collaborating with development teams to enhance security practices. This role offers a dynamic environment for g...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and integrating multi-factor authentication solutions to enhance security for critical Navy Intelligence systems, ensuring robust protection and seamless user experience...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

Drive the evolution of a robust identity platform, leading a distributed engineering team to modernize authentication and access management systems while ensuring reliability, security, and scalabilit...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $130K *

Champion security initiatives by monitoring alerts, providing user support, and collaborating with teams to enhance security measures. This role is vital in improving incident response and refining su...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team as a customer-facing cloud security expert, collaborating with account teams to assess cybersecurity needs. Leverage your expertise to develop innovative security solutions and enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $202K *

Drive improvements in identity governance and access management by optimizing certification processes and onboarding applications into SailPoint. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance compliance an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a CyberArk Engineer, enhancing cybersecurity and identity management. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions, maintain systems, and ensure compliance while drivi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the enhancement of cybersecurity and identity management solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to implement and maintain robust systems for privileged access management and identity lifecycl...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the charge in enhancing cybersecurity and identity management solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement and maintain Identity Lifecycle Management systems, ensuring compliance and se...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $227K *

Join our team to design and operate high-performing distributed systems, enhancing security and scalability for AWS. Leverage your technical leadership to drive innovation and mentor others in a fast...

Today

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

$80K - $130K *

Engineer robust security solutions by optimizing enterprise physical security systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance performance and reliability across diverse environments, ensuring s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the enhancement of security measures for cloud-based healthcare solutions, focusing on vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $146K *

Transform your career by leading information security initiatives, managing projects, and serving as a key advisor. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security operations and drive compliance ac...

2 days ago

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

$72K - $146K *

Join us to enhance information security across the enterprise, managing projects, leading incident responses, and advising teams on security technologies while ensuring compliance and operational exce...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise identity security by driving strategy and engineering for core identity services. Collaborate across teams to enhance security and automation in hybrid environments, ensuring robu...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $208K *

Transform identity management by leading Okta and Microsoft Entra ID implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize access solutions, troubleshoot issues, and ensure secure authentication...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $184K *

Elevate security measures by designing and automating data protection solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance enterprise security posture and drive innovation while safeguarding critical data a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$190K - $210K *

Advance security initiatives by engineering tier-zero capabilities and collaborating with teams to integrate secure practices into AI-powered customer service solutions, ensuring trust and safety in p...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining AI security by assessing and governing AI systems. You'll lead security assessments, execute adversarial testing, and develop compliance frameworks to ensure safe AI depl...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $136K *

Empower your career by enhancing cybersecurity systems across diverse environments. Collaborate with engineers and analysts to safeguard assets, improve security solutions, and support innovative AI i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading security initiatives and shaping strategy as a Principal Security Engineer. Collaborate with teams to design and implement robust security solutions that align with busi...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.