Job Summary We are seeking an experienced IAM SME/Engineer to design, implement, support, and enhance Identity and Access Management solutions across enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in identity lifecycle management, authentication, authorization, SSO, MFA, directory services, and identity governance. The role will work closely with security, infrastructure, application, and compliance teams to ensure secure and compliant access management. # Key Responsibilities ## IAM Solution Design & Implementation Design, deploy, and support enterprise IAM solutions.

Develop and maintain IAM architecture, standards, and best practices.

Implement authentication, authorization, and access control mechanisms.

Support IAM transformation and modernization initiatives. ## Identity Lifecycle Management Manage Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) processes.

Implement automated user provisioning and deprovisioning.

Maintain identity repositories and access governance processes.

Support role-based access control (RBAC) and attribute-based access control (ABAC). ## Authentication & Access Management Configure and administer:

Single Sign-On (SSO)

Multifactor Authentication (MFA)

Adaptive/Risk-Based Authentication

Federation Services

Support SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and WS-Federation protocols.

Troubleshoot authentication and authorization issues. ## Directory Services Management Administer Active Directory, LDAP, and Azure Entra ID environments.

Manage identity synchronization and federation services.

Support password management and self-service capabilities. ## Application Integration Integrate enterprise and cloud applications with IAM platforms.





Implement user provisioning workflows and connector configurations.

Work with application teams for onboarding and access governance requirements. ## Governance, Risk & Compliance Support access certification and attestation activities.

Conduct access reviews and entitlement validation.

Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Support audit findings, remediation, and reporting activities. ## Operations & Support Troubleshoot IAM-related incidents and service requests.

Monitor IAM platform health and performance.

Create and maintain operational documentation and procedures.

Participate in on-call support and incident response activities. # Required Technical Skills ### IAM Technologies Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)

Access Management (AM)

Privileged Access Management (PAM) concepts ### Authentication & Federation Single Sign-On (SSO)

Multifactor Authentication (MFA)

SAML 2.0

OAuth 2.0

OpenID Connect (OIDC)

JWT

Federation Services ### Directory Services Microsoft Active Directory

Azure Entra ID (Azure AD)

LDAP

Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) ### IAM Platforms (One or More) SailPoint

Saviynt

Okta

ForgeRock

Ping Identity

Microsoft Entra Suite

IBM Security Verify

One Identity

CyberArk (Integration knowledge)



### Scripting & Automation PowerShell

Python

REST APIs

JSON

XML ### Operating Systems Windows Server

Linux/Unix # Required Experience 4+ years of IAM implementation and support experience.

Experience integrating applications using SAML, OAuth, and OIDC.

Experience with user provisioning and lifecycle management.

Strong understanding of access management and governance processes.

Experience working in enterprise or regulated environments. # Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related discipline.

Industry certifications such as

Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator

SailPoint Certification

Okta Certified Professional/Administrator

ForgeRock Certification

CISSP

Security+ # Preferred Skills Zero Trust Security Architecture

Cloud Identity Management (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

ServiceNow Integration

Identity Analytics and Reporting

DevSecOps and CI/CD Security # Soft Skills Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

Ability to work independently and lead IAM initiatives.

Experience engaging with auditors, security teams, and business stakeholders.

Robust documentation and governance mindset. ## Keywords IAM, Identity and Access Management, SSO, MFA, Federation, OAuth, OIDC, SAML, Azure Entra ID, Active Directory, LDAP, SailPoint, Saviynt, Okta, ForgeRock, Ping Identity, Identity Governance, RBAC, ABAC, Access Reviews, User Provisioning, Authentication, Authorization, Zero Trust, PAM Integration.

📌 IAM Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Cognizant
📍 Chennai