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 *

Elevate security by owning the identity control plane, designing and building systems that authenticate and authorize users, while collaborating with peers to enhance enterprise security across all pl...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

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

$175K - $230K *

Drive security and access management for AI services, ensuring robust identity controls and policy enforcement. Collaborate with teams to implement role-based access and manage API lifecycles, enhanci...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Shape the future of identity and access management by designing robust controls for AI services. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure user and service interactions while maintaining compliance and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing identity and access controls for AI services, ensuring secure user and service interactions while maintaining compliance and separation of duties within...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion access governance by ensuring compliance and security in identity management. Collaborate with IT and business teams to enhance processes, mitigate risks, and maintain appropriate access cont...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of Identity and Access Management by leading daily operations, coordinating workflows, and enhancing security protocols. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement strategies and impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Drive the future of identity and access management by enhancing security systems, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance across cloud and on-premise environments. Lead projects that optimiz...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $170K *

Join us to lead full-stack projects in Identity and Access Management, enhancing security and user experience for MongoDB Atlas. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions while growing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $189K *

Drive innovation in identity management by automating access processes, mentoring junior engineers, and enhancing governance for non-human identities, ensuring secure and efficient operations across t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$118K - $189K *

Shape the future of identity management by leading automation projects, enhancing access controls, and mentoring junior engineers. Drive efficiency and security in IAM processes while ensuring complia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$118K - $189K *

Elevate identity management by leading automation projects, mentoring junior engineers, and enhancing access governance. Drive efficiency and security in IAM processes while shaping the future of non...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$118K - $189K *

Join a team that's redefining identity management by automating processes and enhancing security. As a senior engineer, you'll lead impactful projects, mentor junior staff, and shape governance for no...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Unlock innovative solutions by designing scalable architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to tackle complex challenges, ensuring seamless integration and optim...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Develop innovative solution architectures that align with business goals, ensuring scalability and reliability. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex challenges and optimize system per...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Help us design and implement cutting-edge identity management solutions. Collaborate with clients and teams to create scalable architectures, resolve technical challenges, and ensure seamless integrat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by designing scalable identity management solutions. Collaborate with clients to assess technologies, develop architectures, and resolve complex challenges, ensuring seamless int...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of identity management by designing scalable solutions and integrating advanced technologies. Leverage your expertise to drive successful project execution and fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Analyze and design scalable identity management solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop architecture strategies, resolve technical challenges, and o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Transform complex technical challenges into scalable solutions by designing and reviewing architecture that aligns with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless integratio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $156K *

Optimize IAM solutions for user lifecycle management, enhancing security protocols, and streamlining access governance across diverse systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to impleme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by shaping IAM policies and standards for AI identities. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, ensure compliance, and enhance governance processes while providing insights into the...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $300K *

Drive the evolution of secure identity platforms by leading initiatives that enhance authentication and authorization systems, ensuring a seamless experience for users and developers while collaborati...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Optimize identity security solutions across enterprise, cloud, and data center environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance IAM capabilities, ensuring secure, scalable, and automat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by managing critical information security operations, focusing on privileged access management and incident response. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security integrity and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$178K - $226K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative security solutions for Customer Service, driving strategy and execution across complex identity and access management projects while mentoring teams and infl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.