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 *

Elevate security standards for classified systems by translating complex requirements into actionable engineering solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure robust security throughout the sys...

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

$127K - $185K *

Support the development of critical security software and tools, enhancing Twitch's security, privacy, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address real-world securit...

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

$180K - $200K *

Unlock your potential as you drive the Infrastructure roadmap, ensuring a scalable and reliable foundation for critical data and tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance produc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $209K *

Elevate your career by leading technical direction for critical software systems, guiding architecture, collaboration, and engineering standards while mentoring engineers across teams for impactful te...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise security by engineering and maintaining robust PKI infrastructure. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure secure certificate services, compliance, and high availability for crit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $280K *

Elevate our IT security function by building a secure environment for research operations. You'll manage identity, access, and compliance while enabling fast-paced research through robust security mea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$72K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Network Engineer II, focusing on network maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades. Collaborate with vendors and ISPs to ensure optimal performance across global infrastructu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Innovate in cybersecurity by joining our Managed Security Services team. You'll monitor SIEM environments, support security technologies, and enhance client solutions, ensuring robust protection and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through effective SIEM management. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to implement tailored security solutions, ensuring robust protection...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through innovative SIEM solutions. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to monitor, configure, and optimize security technologies, ensuring r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead our Managed Security Services team in enhancing SIEM environments. Collaborate with clients to implement security technologies, create custom solutions, and ensure robust cybersecurity practices...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through innovative SIEM solutions. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to monitor, configure, and optimize security technologies, ensuring r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate your career as a Cybersecurity Engineer, driving SIEM solutions and enhancing security for clients. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices, troubleshoot issues, and automate proces...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $150K *

Elevate your career by managing endpoint solutions and software deployments. Drive innovation in Microsoft Intune and SCCM environments while enhancing operational efficiency and security across enter...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$60K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing endpoint solutions and software deployments, ensuring compliance and security across enterprise devices. Collaborate on modernizing IT infrastructure while enhancing opera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$60K - $150K *

Optimize endpoint management by administering Microsoft Intune and SCCM, overseeing application deployment, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation. Play a key role in modernizing devi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $146K *

Champion customer-centric solutions by leading Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Exchange implementations. Drive project success through technical expertise, mentorship, and collaboration in a dyna...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $194K *

Lead the charge in designing and operating high-performing distributed systems, ensuring security and scalability for AWS IAM. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate and enhance identity manageme...

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

$135K - $150K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives. Design and implement security solutions to protect critical systems, enhance security posture, and drive innovation in cloud security, automation, and AI as part of...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $214K *

Transform cross-domain security solutions by leading technical implementations, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and architecting robust boundary defenses for secure data transfers in compl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $152K *

Drive security excellence by leading the implementation of security assessments, guiding risk management frameworks, and mentoring teams to enhance cybersecurity practices across complex information s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $152K *

Join our team as a Senior Security Engineer, leading security assessments, managing complex incidents, and implementing security automation to enhance our information systems' resilience and complianc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage in proactive security monitoring and incident response within a dynamic 24/7 SecOps environment. Utilize advanced tools to analyze alerts, document findings, and collaborate with teams to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by leading systems engineering efforts, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring technical integrity across projects. Drive agile methodologies and enhance team perfo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading agile practices as a Scrum Coach. Collaborate with teams to enhance system engineering processes, drive innovation, and ensure technical integrity in a dynamic environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.