About the role
IAM Engineer
Job Title: IAM Engineer Experience: 2–5 Years Job Type: Full-Time Work Mode: 100% Remote Locations: New York City, Dallas, Chicago, Seattle Salary: $90,000–$165,000 per year Eligibility: Candidates must currently reside in the United States.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer with hands-on experience in Okta, Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), IAM solutions, and Single Sign-On (SSO). The ideal candidate will help secure enterprise applications, manage user identities, and implement reliable authentication and access-control solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Configure and maintain IAM solutions using Okta and Microsoft Entra ID.
* Implement and support Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
* Manage user provisioning, deprovisioning, and access permissions.
* Configure identity federation using SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect (OIDC).
* Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and least-privilege access policies.
* Troubleshoot authentication, authorization, and access-related issues.
* Support identity lifecycle management and access reviews.
* Integrate enterprise applications with IAM platforms.
* Monitor identity-related security events and support compliance requirements.
* Collaborate with IT, security, infrastructure, and application teams.
Required Skills
* 2–5 years of experience in IAM, identity security, or access management.
* Hands-on experience with Okta and/or Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
* Strong understanding of SSO, MFA, and user provisioning.
* Knowledge of SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect.
* Experience with Active Directory and enterprise application integration.
* Understanding of RBAC, access policies, and identity lifecycle management.
* Familiarity with PowerShell or scripting for automation.
* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with SCIM-based user provisioning.
* Familiarity with Privileged Access Management (PAM) concepts.
* Knowledge of identity governance and access certification.
* Understanding of security best practices and compliance frameworks.
* Experience with IAM monitoring, reporting, and automation.
Work Location & Eligibility
This is a 100% remote, full-time position. Candidates must currently reside in the United States and be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred locations include New York City, Dallas, Chicago, and Seattle. Candidates residing elsewhere in the United States may also be considered.
Compensation
$90,000–$165,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an updated resume highlighting their IAM experience, Okta and Microsoft Entra ID expertise, SSO implementations, current U.S. location, and salary expectations.
Originally posted on Himalayas