IAM Security Analyst

Job Title:

IAM (Identity and Access Management) Security Analyst

Job Summary:

An IAM Security Analyst is responsible for managing and securing user identities, access controls, and authentication systems within an organization. They ensure compliance with security policies, protect sensitive data, and mitigate access-related security risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage IAM solutions, including identity lifecycle management, authentication, and authorization processes.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents related to user access and identity management.
• Conduct access reviews, role-based access control (RBAC) audits, and privilege management assessments.
• Work with security teams to develop and enforce IAM policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and NIST.
• Configure and manage Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.
• Assist in user provisioning and deprovisioning processes to ensure appropriate access control.
• Collaborate with IT, HR, and business teams to define and enforce identity governance strategies.
• Investigate and resolve IAM-related security issues and recommend improvements.
• Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on IAM systems.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of IAM frameworks, protocols, and technologies (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP).
• Experience with IAM tools such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), SailPoint, CyberArk, Ping Identity, etc.
• Knowledge of security standards and compliance regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, SOX).
• Familiarity with cloud-based IAM solutions (AWS IAM, Azure AD, Google Cloud IAM).
• Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (for security-focused roles)

Job Opportunities & Career Growth:

• IAM Security Analysts can advance to roles like IAM Engineer, IAM Architect, Security Consultant, or CISO (Chief Information Security Officer).
• Demand for IAM professionals is high in industries such as banking, healthcare, IT, and government sectors.