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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$110K - $130K *

Transform customer cybersecurity needs into scalable solutions by partnering with sales teams. Lead discovery, develop architectures, and support opportunities from qualification to close, ensuring al...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $188K *

Take ownership of transforming our credentialing ecosystem into a scalable, customer-centric platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative digital enrollment experiences and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $171K *

Elevate your career by leading the transformation of credential management, driving customer-centric solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance digital enrollment experiences...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $290K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of complex systems. Your expertise will drive the design, development, and integration of high-quality hardware/software systems, ensuring performance, reliabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Elevate IT infrastructure solutions through innovative design and implementation. Collaborate with diverse clients to ensure exceptional technical support and alignment with business goals across mult...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $256K *

Shape the future of cloud security by driving secure architecture and leading initiatives across teams. Collaborate with engineers to embed security practices, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $256K *

Advance secure cloud architecture by driving best practices, identifying risks, and leading remediation efforts. Collaborate across teams to embed security into processes, ensuring compliance and fost...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Champion cloud security excellence by engineering robust solutions across AWS and GCP. Drive vulnerability remediation, system hardening, and compliance for federal clients while mentoring junior engi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $220K *

Lead the charge in designing and enhancing cybersecurity technologies across IT and manufacturing environments, ensuring robust protection and compliance while fostering collaboration among cross-func...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $105K *

Innovate secure customer access solutions by leading CIAM initiatives, designing fine-grained authorization models, and ensuring compliance with privacy standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $237K *

Unlock your potential by building resilient, scalable cloud-native infrastructures. Drive automation and security in a collaborative environment while contributing to mission-critical deployments and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of space-based connectivity by ensuring robust configuration control across engineering and production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain product integrity and drive...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Advance your career by overseeing information security governance, managing cyber risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security measures and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of IT security standards and access management, leading a team to ensure compliance and enhance application security across the enterprise. Drive continuous improvement and collaborate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by sustaining and enhancing enterprise release orchestration while driving automation and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure platform reliability and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$133K - $213K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting innovative software solutions in fintech. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to design, develop, and enhance secure applications while leveraging modern...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $228K *

Elevate team performance by leading DevOps initiatives, enhancing software delivery, and ensuring system reliability. Collaborate across departments to drive improvements in critical platform componen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $228K *

Lead and elevate a dynamic DevOps team, driving software development, platform engineering, and build systems. Collaborate across departments to enhance reliability, security, and quality of critical...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Drive the design and enhancement of CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure, optimizing DevSecOps practices across diverse technology platforms while collaborating with engineers to automate and secu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $170K *

Architect resilient cloud infrastructure and automate identity services across AWS and Windows. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security, streamline delivery, and champion infrastructure-as...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform the security landscape by automating system evaluations and enhancing compliance. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and ensure continuous monitoring, driving efficiency across p...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security and DevSecOps practices. You'll assess and strengthen AWS and Azure environments, implement preventive controls, and collaborate with cross-fun...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Advance cloud security and DevSecOps practices by assessing AWS and Azure environments, implementing preventive controls, and collaborating with teams to enhance security across multiple operating com...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Elevate cloud security by assessing and enhancing AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement preventive controls and drive remediation, ensuring robust security t...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$320K - $365K *

Unlock robust security solutions by engineering seamless identity and access infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to implement secure systems and enhance enterprise security initiatives while driv...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.