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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$125K - $150K *

Innovate security solutions in a dynamic environment, enhancing cloud and infrastructure security. Collaborate across teams to automate processes and ensure compliance with Canadian regulations while...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a leading role in advancing Microsoft identity solutions for government clients. Leverage your expertise to enhance enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management capabil...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $195K *

Champion enterprise identity governance by leading complex sales cycles, building trusted relationships with senior executives, and connecting security priorities to measurable business outcomes in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

Shape enterprise identity governance by leading complex sales cycles, building trusted relationships with senior technology leaders, and connecting security priorities to measurable business outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading complex enterprise identity sales cycles, building trusted relationships with senior technology leaders, and connecting identity governance to measurable business outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise identity governance. Engage with senior technology leaders to drive strategic sales cycles, enhance compliance, and unlock AI adoption through innovative ide...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

Engage with enterprise leaders to drive identity governance solutions. Lead complex sales cycles, build trusted relationships, and connect security priorities to business value while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

Elevate enterprise identity governance by leading complex sales cycles, building trusted relationships with senior executives, and connecting security priorities to measurable business outcomes in a r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

Drive enterprise identity governance sales by building trusted relationships with C-suite executives. Lead complex sales cycles, connect security priorities to business value, and orchestrate cross-fu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K *

Lead technical execution for a passwordless authentication platform, guiding a distributed team to deliver secure, high-quality solutions while collaborating closely with Product and Engineering leade...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive security excellence by shaping and managing our vulnerability program, ensuring robust protection for customer data while collaborating with engineering teams to automate and streamline security...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion secure software delivery by architecting and maintaining robust DevSecOps practices across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with stringent security requirements in a fast-paced, classif...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Champion the security of information assets by implementing and enhancing security controls, processes, and technologies. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by safeguarding information assets and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices, enhance security technologies, and mitig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Champion security initiatives by safeguarding applications and cloud infrastructure. Leverage your expertise to identify vulnerabilities, enhance incident response, and train teams, ensuring robust pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of advanced network security solutions across a large enterprise environment, enhancing security posture and resilience while guiding a team o...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise cybersecurity by managing vulnerability assessments and security monitoring. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture across complex environments, ensuring the integrity a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $128K *

Unlock potential by leading the Tenable stack for a global network, ensuring robust vulnerability management and security across an Intelligence Community enterprise. Collaborate with a skilled team t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Lead the Security Solutions Group, architecting and delivering security strategies across Azure and Microsoft 365. Drive customer projects, manage teams, and ensure quality in security architecture an...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of security architecture by leading customer projects and managed services. Drive strategy and delivery across cloud environments, ensuring robust security solutions while mentoring a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $195K *

Transform identity governance operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring effective execution of identity lifecycle management, access controls, and compliance while driving automation and collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $195K *

Champion identity governance operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring effective execution of identity lifecycle management, access controls, and compliance while driving automation and continuou...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $268K *

Join a team that's driving identity solutions by leading Okta and Microsoft Entra implementations, optimizing access management, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance security and efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $291K *

Transform enterprise identity management by leading a high-performing team, driving strategic IAM initiatives, and embedding zero-trust controls across business domains to enhance security and complia...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $275K *

Provide strategic insights and technical expertise to enterprise clients, driving successful pre-sales engagements and fostering relationships to enhance their identity and cybersecurity initiatives a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.