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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$160K - $190K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to develop and enhance foundational identity services, ensuring reliability, security, and performance under extreme load while collaborating across engineering...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K *

Transform the software development landscape by optimizing environments and integrating security practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and ensure robust deployment processes, co...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to modernizing critical systems while enhancing security practices. Contribute to the infrastructure, build, and deployment processes, collaborating with development teams...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role in designing and sustaining complex server environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance enterprise infrastructure...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing enterprise ServiceNow applications, workflows, and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform performance and user experienc...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing and maintaining data governance capabilities, ensuring reliable data management through platform configurations, integrations, and automated processes that enhance data...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Join us in enhancing data governance capabilities by developing and maintaining technical solutions that ensure data integrity, visibility, and trust across the enterprise. Collaborate with teams to a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Transform data governance by developing technical capabilities that enhance data management, ensuring reliability and trust across enterprise systems. Collaborate with teams to automate processes and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in data governance by configuring platforms, integrating sources, and automating processes to enhance data management and trust across the enterprise. Collaborate with teams to ensure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping secure AWS environments for Department of War clients. As a Cloud Platform Engineer, you'll support operations, automate tasks, and collaborate with experts to enhance platf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $160K *

Shape the future of data center security by leading innovative designs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AWS's security standards and practices across the Americas region...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $200K *

Elevate your career by supporting a CISO in developing a robust enterprise-wide Information Security program. Collaborate with senior leadership to address complex security challenges across diverse m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security through proactive testing and collaboration. You'll manage vulnerabilities, conduct assessments, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure se...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Support the development and automation of cloud-based systems, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance application functionality and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovation in DevSecOps by automating infrastructure and application deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity compliance and streamline operations in cloud an...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a DevSecOps Lead, where you'll design, deploy, and maintain secure cloud environments, ensuring efficient delivery of features while enhancing operational infrastructure for cri...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by leading DevSecOps initiatives to enhance cloud infrastructure and streamline operations for critical applications supporting Veterans' medical examinations. Drive effic...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to manage access and identity across cloud platforms, ensuring seamless onboarding and offboarding processes. Contribute to hardware support and collaborate with teams to enhance opera...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive identity and access management across cloud and SaaS platforms, ensuring seamless onboarding and offboarding processes while providing hands-on IT support and maintaining compliance through audi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Drive the security strategy by leveraging cloud technologies and DevSecOps practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity management and ensure compliance with security protocols, while maintai...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $189K *

Unlock potential by enhancing cloud provisioning and governance services. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you'll manage secure account onboarding, automate workflows, and ensure compliance across multi-cl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cloud provisioning and governance services, focusing on secure account management, automated workflows, and multi-cloud administration to support mission-critical operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $305K *

Optimize network security strategies to enhance enterprise resilience and compliance. Collaborate across teams to drive operational stability, automate processes, and improve security platforms, ensur...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $305K *

Elevate enterprise security by shaping product strategy and engineering. Collaborate across teams for streamlined operations, incident response, and continuous improvement of security platforms that p...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $305K *

Lead the charge in defining and improving enterprise network security strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability, governance, and automation while driving innovation in critic...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.