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 *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and system performance. Drive automation and maintain technical documenta...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support and enhance security and infrastructure operations, ensuring compliance and reliability. Collaborate with engineering teams to maintain secure, efficient AWS environments while managing vulner...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Empower mission-critical initiatives by managing technical projects across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, enhance IT security, and deliver impactful solutions that drive succ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

Transform the future of cloud and AI security by leading advanced assessments, uncovering vulnerabilities, and delivering actionable insights to clients. Collaborate with teams to enhance methodologie...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced cloud and AI security assessments. Collaborate with clients to identify vulnerabilities, develop methodologies, and mentor team members while delivering actionable...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of security architecture and strategy, enhancing cloud and on-premises security measures while collaborating across teams to identify vulnerabilities and implement effective controls an...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at safeguarding information assets by designing and enhancing SIEM infrastructure. Collaborate with IT and compliance teams to ensure robust security measures and effective inciden...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our corporate-wide information security program. Design, implement, and improve SIEM infrastructure while collaborating with IT and compliance teams to ensure robust data...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $278K *

Shape the future of security incident response by designing AI-assisted systems, improving readiness, and leading complex incidents as a senior engineer. Elevate the team's capabilities through innova...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Join a team that's enhancing security operations by designing and implementing ServiceNow solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize vulnerability management and drive effective remediation...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive innovation and optimize next-gen networks by automating deployment and support. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance performance and scalability, ensuring high standards in network infrast...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Drive innovation by automating network infrastructure for enterprise IT workloads. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance performance, stability, and scalability of next-gen networks while ensurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engineer robust data loss prevention strategies for large enterprises, assessing configurations and tools to enhance security. Collaborate with teams to implement effective DLP solutions and ensure co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the resilience of cloud platforms by driving innovative SRE practices. Collaborate across teams to implement scalable solutions while mentoring others and optimizing services focused on reli...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $315K *

Create and implement robust security architectures across enterprise, cloud, and infrastructure environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards while guiding security initiatives and influen...

Carlsbad, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining high-performance computing through innovative Linux solutions. Leverage your expertise in system configuration, networking, and troubleshooting to enhance cutting-edge te...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $146K *

Join a team that's redefining identity and access management while enhancing Atlassian platform administration. Drive automation, improve security compliance, and lead architectural initiatives to ens...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

Drive cybersecurity initiatives by enhancing identity management solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement and maintain SailPoint systems, ensuring compliance and security across environme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Empower your career by enhancing cybersecurity and identity management. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement SailPoint solutions, ensuring compliance and security across environments while suppo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate cybersecurity initiatives by enhancing identity management solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement SailPoint systems, ensuring compliance and security across environments while s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $217K *

Drive innovation in cybersecurity as you lead a team in delivering AI-powered automation solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance security operations through scalable AI platforms focused on adv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $217K *

Champion the evolution of cybersecurity by leading a high-impact AI Security Automation team. Drive innovation in data platforms and automation solutions to enhance threat detection and response capab...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $217K *

Lead the charge in advancing cybersecurity through AI-driven automation, overseeing a high-performing team to architect and deploy scalable AI platforms that enhance security operations and accelerate...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $217K *

Optimize cybersecurity capabilities by leading a team of AI Security Automation Engineers to develop innovative, scalable AI-driven solutions that enhance security operations and streamline decision-m...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $217K *

Drive innovation as a Lead AI Security Automation Engineer, shaping AI-powered cybersecurity platforms and leading a high-performing team while advancing automation solutions to tackle evolving cyber...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.