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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$90K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing mobile application delivery through robust DevOps practices. Leverage your expertise in CI/CD, cloud infrastructure, and automation to ensure operational stab...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Transform digital security by leading the design and implementation of robust cybersecurity measures. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the protection of information assets while maintaining com...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing the deployment and maintenance of OpenMetadata on OpenShift/Kubernetes, ensuring system reliability, security, and integration with enterprise data systems...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $246K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by defining and implementing cloud architecture, collaborating with teams, and automating processes to enhance security across multiple domains while mentoring team memb...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead enterprise identity and Active Directory migrations, ensuring seamless execution and stakeholder engagement. Drive project success through meticulous planning, communication, and risk...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$101K - $124K *

Champion security excellence by leading incident response, conducting investigations, and enhancing cybersecurity protocols. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and drive continuous improvement...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $124K *

Elevate security protocols by leading incident response efforts, conducting advanced investigations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity measures and mitigate risks...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $124K *

Champion security excellence by leading incident response, conducting investigations, and enhancing protocols. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and drive improvements in cybersecurity practi...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Engage in a hands-on role to enhance security across products and infrastructure, collaborating with leadership to prioritize and execute critical security initiatives while ensuring compliance and ri...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance cloud security practices, ensuring robust protection for AWS and Kubernetes environments. Drive innovation in security architecture and team development while i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Optimize enterprise platform services across hybrid infrastructures, leveraging OpenShift and Ansible. This senior role focuses on automation, lifecycle management, and resilient design to enhance clo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Champion the modernization of software Design History Files by automating CI/CD pipelines for embedded medical devices. Collaborate with engineering and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and enhan...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join us to enhance our security posture by building and operating detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design high-signal detections and automate incident re...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion our security posture by designing and automating detection and response systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance incident response and improve security practices, ensuring...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the integrated product strategy for EIAM, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with business needs, while driving innovation with cutting-edge technologies...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive integrated product strategy for EIAM platform, overseeing identity lifecycle management and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders, prioritize technical excellence, and leverage emerging tech...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead the strategy for an integrated EIAM platform, enhancing security through innovative management of identity and access. Drive technical excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Champion the automation and deployment of cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliability and scalability. Collaborate with development teams to integrate applications seamlessly while monitoring and troub...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure by architecting robust defenses, designing comprehensive security programs, and ensuring the integrity of high-stakes compute environments agains...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the security strategy for cutting-edge AI infrastructure, owning end-to-end security from design to implementation. Collaborate with teams to build robust defenses against evolving threats in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure, owning the entire security program from design to execution. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust defenses against evolving threats while arc...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the security landscape of AI by owning and architecting robust defenses for frontier compute environments, ensuring the integrity of critical assets while driving innovation across global in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $269K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a key technical consultant, guiding customers through their digital transformation journey. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver tailored product demonstrations and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $240K *

Transform your career by leveraging your technical expertise to guide customers through their digital transformation journey, delivering tailored solutions and driving sales success in a collaborative...

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$101K - $123K *

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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.