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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Join a team that's redefining cloud networking by architecting secure, automated infrastructures across multi-cloud environments. Leverage your expertise to enhance connectivity and drive innovation i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $184K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud networking by architecting secure, automated infrastructures across multi-cloud environments. Leverage your expertise to enhance connectivity and drive innovation i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $184K *

Drive the design and management of secure, automated multi-cloud networks, enhancing connectivity and operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to innovate and optimize hybrid-cloud environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $184K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing secure, automated cloud networks across multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency while ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $184K *

Elevate your career as a Principal Cloud Network Engineer, driving the design and management of secure, automated multi-cloud infrastructures. Collaborate across teams to enhance connectivity and oper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $220K *

Lead the charge in securing ServiceNow implementations by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with DoD authorization requirements and cybersecurity best practices, enhancing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$232K - $258K *

Lead a global team to manage high-severity cybersecurity incidents, driving strategy and execution across Incident Command, Cyber Resilience, and Insider Threat programs. Foster collaboration, enhance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $115K *

Strengthen cybersecurity by investigating alerts, managing incidents, and enhancing processes. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, recommend improvements, and develop security protocols in a fast...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $156K *

Unlock advanced cybersecurity capabilities by leading engineering initiatives, integrating innovative tools, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation and research. Collaborate with team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $209K *

Unlock potential by tackling complex integration challenges in a collaborative environment, while driving the design and architecture of innovative software solutions that empower AI Governance and en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Elevate your career by leading project delivery in IT and low voltage systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, manage, and implement innovative solutions that meet diverse project needs...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$276K - $363K *

Shape the future of cloud security by building robust infrastructure defenses. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security practices, develop threat models, and implement secure defaults, e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$99K - $121K *

Empower enterprise-wide digital transformation by engineering robust backup and recovery systems. Lead technology evaluations and develop solutions that enhance reliability, scalability, and security...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Transform your career by leveraging deep technical expertise to drive complex infrastructure initiatives, ensuring compliance and security while collaborating across teams to modernize processes and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Elevate your career by leveraging expertise in Google Cloud solutions, driving large-scale infrastructure design and migrations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud deploy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Help us enhance security operations by designing and implementing automation workflows. This senior-level role focuses on improving managed detection and response, integrating security platforms, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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Optimize security automation processes by designing and implementing workflows that enhance detection and response capabilities across multiple environments, ensuring reliability and efficiency in sec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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Transform security operations by designing and automating workflows that enhance detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable security integrations a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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Transform the Teleport Core Product by tackling performance, scalability, and security challenges. Lead a distributed team to design, develop, and implement high-quality solutions while enhancing obse...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise data protection by leading encryption strategies and securing hybrid cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance security controls and ensure reliable data protection ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in securing enterprise-scale data protection platforms, focusing on encryption and key management. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot integrations and automate processes, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in securing enterprise-scale data protection platforms, focusing on encryption and key management. Collaborate with teams to automate processes and maintain security controls, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Empower enterprise data protection by leading encryption strategies and security integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational stability and safeguard sensitive informat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.