In this vital role, you will be a hands-on leader for the Access and Privileged Access Management (PAM) team within the Digital Identity Access Services ( DIAS ) organization. You will develop, implement, and maintain IAM strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the security and integrity of our systems and data. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with technologies such as Okta, Microsoft Entra, CyberArk , and a deep understanding of security best practices. You will lead a team in a dynamic, global environment, driving the effectiveness of security operations.
Roles & Responsibilities
- IAM Strategy & Leadership : Lead and mentor the information security team, providing guidance and support. You will develop and implement the IAM strategy, aligning it with the organization's information security goals and regulatory requirements.
- Technical Implementation : Lead the design, implementation, and management of IAM solutions, including governance, access management, and privileged access management . You will also assess and select IAM technologies and tools that align with the strategy.
- Policy & Controls : Create, implement, and maintain IAM policies, standards, and procedures to manage user identities and access rights. This includes designing and enforcing access control mechanisms, such as Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) , to safeguard sensitive information.
- Incident Management : Manage IAM -related security incidents and vulnerabilities, coordinating with IT security teams to mitigate risks.
- Continuous Improvement : Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging threats in IAM . You will also participate in vendor proposals and contract negotiations.
- Reporting : Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track service metrics and generate regular reports for management.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of Privileged Access Management (PAM) , Session Management, and Vaulting technologies.Working knowledge of Web Access Management and SSO technologies ( Okta, Azure, Ping Federate, SAML, OAuth, and OpenID / Connect ).Experience with Authentication, Provisioning / Deprovisioning, Role Management, and Privileged Account Management.Experience in driving transformation initiatives using Scaled Agile methodology.Familiarity with security standards and regulations ( e.g., NIST, ISO 27001 ) and GxP standards.Proficiency in scripting and automation ( e.g., Python, Bash ) is a plus.Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Okta, CyberArk , or a Cloud Identity / Security Certification are preferred.Qualifications
A Master's degree, a Bachelor's degree, or a Diploma in a related field.Experience and background in B2B concepts, application and reverse proxies, SSO , and multi-factor authentication.Work experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry is a plus.Soft Skills
Leadership : Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to provide guidance and mentoring.Problem-Solving : Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.Proactiveness : High degree of initiative and self-motivation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.Teamwork : The ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams.Skills Required
Access Management, Privileged Access Management, Incident Management, authentication protocols , Python, Bash