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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$95K - $115K *

Innovate cutting-edge Identity and Access Management solutions, ensuring security and compliance while enhancing user experience. Collaborate with teams to deliver technical guidance and develop best...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by designing and implementing advanced Identity and Access Management solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance security, ensure compliance, and drive customer success across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing advanced Identity and Access Management solutions, ensuring security and compliance while enhancing user experience and supporting sales and engineering...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing advanced Identity and Access Management solutions, ensuring security and compliance while enhancing user experience and driving sales across diverse marke...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex technical challenges by designing and implementing high-performance C++ applications. Leverage your expertise in Windows internals to enhance system sta...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Strategize the design and implementation of innovative secure connectivity solutions. Lead the migration to cloud-delivered services while ensuring robust network security and seamless user experience...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Drive the enhancement of IT Security systems by designing and implementing robust measures to safeguard organizational data and networks against evolving cyber threats, while collaborating across depa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $136K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative security solutions within a dynamic AWS environment. As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you'll integrate security into DevOps practices, ensuring robust compliance f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $147K *

Engage in user-focused design and development as you advocate for positive experiences across UI, CLI, and API. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, resolve issues, and contribute to a cultu...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$231K - $265K *

Unlock potential by executing security operations, identifying threats, and developing automation to enhance incident response and security posture, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the future of software engineering by designing high-performance C++ applications. Leverage your expertise in Windows internals and advanced troubleshooting to tackle complex technical challe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Advance your career by designing high-performance C++ applications, tackling complex technical challenges, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system stability and security in a d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$233K - $330K *

Lead the charge in software security as a Principal Engineer, defining security architecture and driving initiatives across platforms. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure development practices and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$233K - $330K *

Drive software security excellence by leading architecture initiatives, mentoring teams, and integrating AI solutions. Collaborate across functions to ensure secure application development and mitigat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$233K - $330K *

Drive software security innovation as a Principal Engineer, bridging high-level strategy and hands-on execution. Lead cross-functional teams to design secure applications, mentor engineers, and enhanc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in securing AI systems by designing and implementing robust security measures across platforms, models, and data pipelines, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in securing multi-cloud environments. This role focuses on crafting and implementing cloud security strategies across AWS, Azure, and GCP, ensuring compliance and...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$136K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you secure software development, AI governance, and cloud security. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security measures, conduct threat modeling, and ensure compli...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise infrastructure by leading the optimization and modernization of Windows Server and AWS environments. Drive automation and operational excellence while ensuring reliability, security...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud security by implementing robust protections for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with experts to enhance security operations and compliance, ensuring the integrity...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$122K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a DevOps Engineer IV, driving automation and optimizing infrastructure solutions to enhance software development and deployment processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensur...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by designing and scaling secure infrastructure for AI workloads across cloud and edge environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance platform reliability and impleme...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Take ownership of security initiatives by collaborating with IT partners to develop best practices and secure design solutions, ensuring a robust security posture across modern technologies and platfo...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of security by providing hands-on support for modern technologies. Collaborate with IT partners to develop best practices and secure design solutions, ensuring a robust security postu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security across modern technologies. You'll collaborate with IT partners, develop security best practices, and manage vulnerabilities to ensure a robust secur...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.