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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$159K - $239K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide User Access Review programs, enhancing identity governance, and ensuring compliance across IAM systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$161K - $218K *

Champion security innovation by designing and building advanced cloud access management systems. Lead the development of fine-grained authorization services, ensuring robust security outcomes while co...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $239K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise identity services, driving architecture and engineering for IAM solutions. Collaborate across departments to enhance security and streamline access management wh...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity by implementing and optimizing privileged access solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure critical infrastructure and protect sensitive c...

Philadelphia, PARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$116K - $194K *

Drive the modernization of Customer Identity and Authentication by managing multiple Scrum Teams, overseeing development efforts, and fostering client relationships to achieve strategic goals while en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $200K *

Manage and execute a comprehensive IAM strategy, ensuring robust identity security across corporate and cloud environments. Lead a team to implement Zero Trust principles and enhance identity governan...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize IAM solutions by troubleshooting and enhancing authentication services, ensuring seamless user access and operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to dri...

Dorval, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the integration and commissioning of enterprise security systems, ensuring seamless operation across video management, access control, and network infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to valida...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing IAM solutions, ensuring secure access and compliance across systems. Collaborate with IT and security teams to integrate IAM controls, leveraging AI for enhan...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $160K *

Shape the future of our cloud infrastructure by automating deployment, ensuring system reliability, and collaborating with development teams to enhance our services. This significant role requires exp...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Drive the technical strategy for access management, shaping the infrastructure that provisions and audits user access across the organization. Collaborate across teams to enhance security and operatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing identity access and governance. Leverage your expertise in SailPoint and Okta to drive innovative solutions and ensure top-notch compliance with industry stand...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $239K *

Champion secure identity governance by leading User Access Review programs, automating workflows, and ensuring compliance across IAM systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $239K *

Elevate enterprise identity security by leading User Access Review programs, ensuring compliance and governance across IAM systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to automate workflows and enhance secu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$87K - $161K *

Tackle enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, ensuring secure access across applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain authentication...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$169K - $370K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative Customer Identity and Access Management solutions, focusing on Okta and Microsoft Entra. Drive market strategies, build client relationships, and deliver transfor...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's advancing identity security by implementing SailPoint solutions. You'll develop onboarding processes, manage user lifecycle workflows, and enhance access management through automati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Innovate identity management solutions by implementing SailPoint Identity Security Cloud. Collaborate with teams to streamline user lifecycle processes, enhance automation, and ensure secure access ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Support the implementation and administration of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud, focusing on onboarding applications, user lifecycle management, and automation. Collaborate with a team to enhance i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of identity security by implementing and managing SailPoint solutions. Collaborate on user lifecycle processes and enhance automation while ensuring robust access...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's enhancing identity security by implementing and managing SailPoint solutions. Collaborate on onboarding applications, automating workflows, and ensuring robust user lifecycle manage...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing identity security through the implementation and administration of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud, focusing on automation and user lifecycle management in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Drive the technical strategy for identity governance services, leading a team to enhance identity security across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement SailPoint solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $291K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise identity and access management strategies. Drive operational excellence, oversee IAM governance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security a...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $338K *

Lead transformative CIAM initiatives, shaping strategies and architectures to enhance customer engagement and security across digital platforms while managing diverse teams and client relationships...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.