Position Title : Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Engineer
Job Type : Full-Time
Location : India
Shift : 1 PM IST – 10 PM IST (Minimum 3 hours overlap with US Eastern Time Zone)
Department : Technology Risk Management
Reports To : ZICC IDAM IGA & PAM Technology Lead (Dotted line to US Head of IDAM and IDAM Operations Lead)
Position Responsibilities
(100% of Role Allocation)
- Maintain, configure, and operate the Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) platform and related integrations with a focus on hands-on implementation and technical engineering.
- Build, code, and customize functionalities such as Access Provisioning, Access Requests, Access Recertification, IT Onboarding and Offboarding, and automated data flows to / from authoritative sources, including the Human Resources Management System (HRMS).
- Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring maximum uptime, scalability, and security of IDAM services.
- Provide Level 2 (L2) and Level 3 (L3) support for IGA-related issues, troubleshooting complex problems and delivering timely, high-quality user experiences.
- Participate in shift rotations to deliver 16x5 operations for IDAM services and provide off-hours escalation support for high-priority incidents (P1, P2).
- Plan, execute, and supervise installations, maintenance, and changes across in-scope IDAM systems and services, utilizing coding and engineering expertise for efficient implementation.
- Develop, test, and deploy advanced functionalities, including APIs, web services, and custom solutions to extend and enhance IDAM capabilities.
- Identify opportunities to optimize IDAM solutions, introduce new features, and build compelling business cases to support strategic initiatives.
- Act as a hands-on technical subject matter expert, offering detailed coding, configuration, and engineering guidance for relevant IDAM programs and initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with global IDAM policies and processes, as well as relevant regulatory requirements, delivering secure and efficient access to Zoetis information systems for all users.
- Lead IDAM data hygiene activities, developing tools and scripts to ensure clean, accurate, and well-managed identity data across systems.
- Collaborate closely with HR teams and other stakeholders to maintain data quality and integrity while aligning IDAM services with business objectives.
Organizational Relationships
Reports directly to ZICC IDAM IGA & PAM Technology LeadDotted line reporting to US-based Head of IDAM and IDAM Operations LeadMember of the global Technology Risk Management organization , reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)Collaborate with ZTD application, infrastructure, and business partner teamsInterface with external vendors and integration partners to deploy, maintain, and support IDAM tools and servicesEducation and Experience
Education
University Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems is requiredAdvanced certifications or training preferred, including :Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Experience
Minimum 6+ years of experience in Information SystemsAt least 4+ years of hands-on experience specifically with IGA tools , especially SailPoint IdentityIQ2+ years of experience in a regulated industry , such as pharmaceutical or animal healthProven experience managing medium to large-scale global IT projectsStrong record of collaboration with managed service providers (MSPs) and cross-functional teams across global time zonesTechnical Skills Requirements
Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
Hands-on expertise with SailPoint IdentityIQ , including configuration, customization, and operational managementProficiency with Identity Lifecycle , Access Request , Recertification , and Provisioning / Deprovisioning workflowsIntegration experience with platforms like MS Active Directory, ServiceNow, Workday, SAPProficient in Java, Beanshell, XML , and REST API developmentAdvanced SQL skills for reporting and integrationFamiliarity with other IGA platforms such as SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) or Saviynt is a plusEnterprise & Cloud Directories
Microsoft Active Directory (AD) : Deep knowledge of directory structures, user / group management, and replication troubleshootingMicrosoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) : Experience with Conditional Access, SSO, B2B trustsPowerShell scripting for automation and troubleshooting across identity platformsData Hygiene
Skilled in ensuring clean, accurate identity data and collaborating with HR teams for authoritative data flowKnowledge of employee offboarding procedures and service account reassignmentsEnd-User and Technology Team Support
L2 and L3 support experience, including troubleshooting authentication and identity synchronization issuesFamiliarity with incident response workflows and RCA processesExperience working with Service Desk , Site Services , and Security OperationsDesirable Skills
Microsoft Power Apps for form building or workflow enhancementAutomation / data tools such as AlteryxUnderstanding of data warehousing concepts and collaboration with data management teamsMust be fluent in English , both written and spoken, and capable of engaging technical and non-technical audiencesPhysical Position Requirements
Must be available to work between 1 PM IST and 10 PM IST , with at least 3 hours of overlap with US Eastern TimeSkills Required
Sailpoint Identityiq, regulated industry , Idam