Job Title : Senior Software Engineer InfoSec (IAM)
Location : Chennai
Experience : 610 years (or as required)
Role Overview :
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in Information Security and Identity & Access Management (IAM). The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing IAM solutions that ensure secure access across enterprise systems and applications. This role will play a key part in enhancing our security posture while enabling seamless user experiences.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-level IAM solutions, including authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management.
- Implement and integrate IAM tools and platforms (e.g., SailPoint, ForgeRock, Okta, Ping Identity, CyberArk, Azure AD).
- Automate IAM processes using scripting and programming (e.g., Python, Java, PowerShell, APIs).
- Collaborate with InfoSec, application, and infrastructure teams to define and enforce access policies.
- Conduct risk assessments, security reviews, and access certifications to ensure compliance with security standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex IAM-related issues in production environments.
- Stay updated with evolving IAM technologies, protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP), and regulatory requirements.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to security architecture best practices.
Required Skills & Experience :
Bachelors / Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.6+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 3+ years focused on IAM solutions.Strong programming / scripting expertise (Java, Python, PowerShell, or similar).Hands-on experience with IAM platforms (Okta, ForgeRock, SailPoint, Ping, CyberArk, Azure AD, etc.).In-depth understanding of authentication & authorization protocols (SAML, OAuth2.0, OpenID Connect, Kerberos, LDAP).Experience with cloud IAM (AWS IAM, Azure AD, GCP IAM).Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI / CD pipeline integrations.Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.Good to Have :
Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or vendor-specific IAM certifications.Knowledge of Zero Trust security frameworks.Experience in regulatory compliance (GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, ISO27001).(ref : hirist.tech)