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 - $135K *

Champion innovative data protection solutions by leading engineering efforts in HashiCorp technologies. Collaborate across teams to optimize infrastructure and automate processes, ensuring security an...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Engineer advanced data protection technologies, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges and drive automation in enterprise enviro...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by conducting advanced penetration tests and vulnerability assessments. Utilize expert techniques to identify and validate security weaknesses in cloud and on-premise...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing Tier II technical support for global ISR systems. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while mai...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $219K *

Elevate enterprise security by designing and implementing robust security architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and risk management while leveraging cloud technol...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $270K *

Transform critical HPC systems by implementing robust access controls and permission mechanisms. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $270K *

Advance your career by securing critical HPC resources through robust access controls and permission management, ensuring compliance with security policies and industry standards while collaborating w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $194K *

Drive security innovation by leading assessments, architecture design, and implementation of cybersecurity solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards across complex environments while mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$133K - $213K *

Shape the security landscape by enhancing cloud infrastructure resilience, monitoring threats, and implementing robust security measures. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and drive...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by providing technical expertise and advisory services to enhance enterprise security governance, assess risks, and ensure compliance with security policies and standard...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $136K *

Innovate enterprise solutions as a Microsoft 365 Records & Automation Engineer, driving automation and records management initiatives within federal environments. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize cybersecurity frameworks by integrating security into system design, ensuring compliance, and maintaining authorization artifacts throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-funct...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing, automating, and maintaining secure environments for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance CI/CD processes and ensure ro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise data protection by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure data integrity and availability while managing critical...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enterprise data protection solutions. Leverage your expertise to design, implement, and maintain critical data recovery systems while ensuring...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by overseeing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD automation. Collaborate with teams to enhance deployment processes while ensuring security best practices across environments. Drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping cloud infrastructure by collaborating with teams to enhance platform architecture, ensure availability, and mentor engineers, all while driving innovation in AI capabilities...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Pioneer container security initiatives by assessing risks and implementing governance frameworks. Collaborate with teams to enhance security in development processes, ensuring safe container image dep...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage in enhancing application security by managing container security operations, integrating security into DevOps pipelines, and fostering a culture of secure development across teams to mitigate r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. Play a key role in architecting IL6 environments and automating deployment pipelines to enhance data collection an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform PKI systems by designing, implementing, and managing secure communications. Collaborate with teams to support software projects and provide customer assistance, ensuring compliance and troub...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion secure communications by designing and implementing PKI systems. Engage with customers to support software projects, manage digital certificates, and troubleshoot issues while ensuring compli...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $219K *

Serve as the technical lead for a cloud engineering team, driving innovation in DevSecOps practices, managing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring security compliance while collaborating with cross-func...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the end-to-end vulnerability lifecycle by managing remediation activities, assessing security risks, and coordinating with development teams to ensure timely resolution and compliance with secur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage in managing the vulnerability lifecycle, coordinating remediation efforts, and assessing security risks. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely resolution and maintain effective communication...

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  •   Less than 5 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.