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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$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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing security by developing and maintaining robust Identity and Access Management solutions, automating processes, and collaborating on secure authentication and authorization...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$66K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement secure identity solutions using Okta, ensuring compliance with DoD standards while enhancing authentication processes across high-visibility systems in a fu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $107K *

Take ownership of enhancing security posture by managing IAM systems, utilizing Microsoft Sentinel and Defender, and leveraging Kusto Query Language (KQL) for threat detection and response in a collab...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $107K *

Advance your career by enhancing security measures through IAM systems, focusing on Microsoft Sentinel and Defender. Collaborate with teams to strengthen threat detection and response, ensuring a robu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Join us to design and maintain enterprise identity governance solutions, enhancing cybersecurity and automating identity processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable capabilities that...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $153K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of identity and access management. As a Backend Engineer III, you'll drive impactful solutions, collaborate across teams, and innovate with AI to enhance user exp...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of a robust identity control plane, ensuring secure access for employees and contractors while optimizing authentication methods and policies across the enterprise s...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Drive identity security innovation and Windows server hardening in a dynamic cybersecurity landscape. Collaborate to reduce identity risk while advancing security operations across enterprise environm...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Manage and enhance identity access strategies, ensuring compliance and security. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize IAM/CIAM solutions while troubleshooting access issues and facilitating user...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Explore the forefront of cybersecurity as you enhance identity management capabilities, ensuring secure access and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with teams to address complex issues and contribut...

Davenport, IARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$217K - $303K *

Shape the future of identity management by designing scalable solutions that enhance authentication and security systems, ensuring compliance while collaborating across teams to address complex challe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$104K - $171K *

Reimagine enterprise identity solutions by designing and supporting IAM systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, automate processes, and ensure compliance while troublesho...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing customer identity solutions. In this role, you'll design, implement, and troubleshoot advanced authentication protocols while collaborating closely with development...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance IAM security by designing and implementing robust architectures and controls across enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity security and explore...

Georgia, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by joining our team as an Identity Operations Engineer, where you'll manage identity lifecycle operations, automate processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with opportunities to manage IAM solutions, collaborate with diverse teams, and ensure security compliance through innovative identity and access management strategies across the org...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $240K *

Elevate our Cyber Security posture by leading the design and implementation of security solutions for High Performance Computing and Virtualization environments, ensuring robust protection of corporat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $240K *

Shape the future of cyber security by leading efforts to secure high-performance computing environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, implement, and enhance security measures, ensuring ro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading the Cyber Security efforts for High Performance Computing environments. Drive security design, implementation, and automation while collaborating across teams to enhance ou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $170K *

Transform the IAM landscape by leading a global team to secure identity and access management. Drive modernization efforts, enhance collaboration, and implement innovative solutions across diverse pla...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Champion a global IAM team, driving secure identity solutions and governance. Engage in hands-on architecture and design while mentoring engineers across diverse locations to modernize and enhance IAM...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Transform the IAM landscape by leading a global team to enhance identity security, governance, and access management. Drive modernization efforts while collaborating across departments to deliver scal...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $239K *

Optimize identity security by leading User Access Review programs, enhancing governance, and automating compliance processes across IAM systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure access m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $239K *

Lead the charge in enhancing identity security by architecting and executing enterprise-wide User Access Review programs. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance, automate workflows, and drive Z...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.