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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$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to align business strategies with IT architecture, optimizing information management and promoting shared infrastructure. Drive enterprise solutions that adapt to evolving needs while...

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and securing AWS infrastructure, enhancing operational agility through automation and DevSecOps practices, while ensuring compliance with DoD standards in a dynamic, remo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $225K *

Empower our engineering team by safeguarding infrastructure through robust security measures. Collaborate across teams to enhance security architecture, drive data initiatives, and leverage AI tools f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $161K *

Lead the charge in automating IT processes, enhancing operational efficiency through innovative workflows and integrations. Own critical automation platforms, ensuring reliability and continuous impro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $161K *

Unlock potential by automating IT processes and workflows. In this senior role, you'll own and enhance automation systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock innovative BMC software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality firmware and documentation. Collaborate on server power management and ensure reliability through rigoro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Execute the design and development of BMC software solutions, ensuring high quality and reliability through code reviews and testing. Collaborate on firmware implementation and maintain comprehensive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $330K *

Join a dynamic team to set the architecture vision and lead Agile delivery for enterprise-scale software solutions, ensuring high-quality outcomes and strategic alignment across multiple portfolios an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $330K *

Lead the architecture vision and delivery for enterprise-scale software solutions, ensuring high-quality outcomes through Agile methodologies. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to drive alignmen...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud infrastructure by automating deployment processes and enhancing service reliability. Leverage your DevOps expertise in a dynamic environment focused on innovation a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by providing expert instruction in technical security systems, covering installation, maintenance, and inspection, while mentoring other instructors and developing training curricu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $255K *

Lead the charge in enhancing application security for critical space systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement robust security controls, ensuring compliance with government standards wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $240K *

Engineer robust security controls for mission-critical systems, ensuring compliance with government standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance application security and drive initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Empower our security team to enhance infrastructure defenses, develop innovative detection solutions, and mitigate threats. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust protection for our users while adv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion secure, scalable infrastructure solutions for enterprise clients. Collaborate with global teams to design, deploy, and maintain isolated environments, ensuring compliance and reliability whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by providing vital industrial security support across multiple disciplines. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and safeguard classified operations while managing risks i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $130K *

Engage with us to enhance industrial security operations, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing personnel and physical security across classified and unclassified environments. Collabora...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$201K - $352K *

Shape the future of product security by leading critical incident responses, driving vulnerability investigations, and collaborating across teams to enhance security protocols and practices at scale...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $352K *

Lead critical product security initiatives, driving incident response and vulnerability management. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective resolution of security issues, enhancing the overall se...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $317K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of product security, leading investigations and coordinating responses to vulnerabilities. You'll drive improvements and ensure robust security practices across eng...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $230K *

Advance your career by ensuring seamless performance of AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with customers and teams, automating and maintaining infrastructure for reliability across uncla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $198K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cloud security for federal environments, implementing robust controls and collaborating with teams to ensure compliance with government regulations while protecting critic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $198K *

Champion security excellence by designing and implementing robust cloud security controls for federal environments, ensuring compliance with government regulations while collaborating with cross-funct...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $182K *

Lead the assessment and defense of AI systems by evaluating adversarial threats, integrating secure AI solutions, and enhancing AI capabilities for national security missions. Collaborate to deliver i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing reliability across a financial services platform by guiding SRE teams, establishing best practices, and architecting robust AWS infrastructure to support millions of trans...

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  •   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.