Duties & Responsibilities

Lead IAM Transformation Initiatives

Drive strategic projects across Customer Identity Management, Workforce Identity/IGA, and Access Management/SSO to modernize and secure identity platforms.

Design and Implement Scalable Identity Solutions

Architect and deliver secure, enterprise-grade identity solutions that meet compliance and performance requirements.

Oversee Access Governance and Lifecycle Management

Ensure proper identity lifecycle processes (provisioning, de-provisioning, role management) and enforce least-privilege principles.

Manage Authentication and Single Sign-On (SSO)

Implement and optimize SSO and MFA solutions to enhance user experience while maintaining solid security controls.

Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams

Work closely with application owners, infrastructure teams, and security stakeholders to integrate IAM solutions across the enterprise.

Policy and Compliance Alignment

Ensure IAM practices comply with regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, SOX) and internal security policies.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation





Identify identity-related risks and implement controls to minimize exposure.

Incident Response and Troubleshooting

Provide expert support for identity-related incidents and ensure timely resolution.

Continuous Improvement

Monitor IAM performance metrics and drive enhancements for scalability, automation, and user experience.

Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- 7+ years in Cyber Security with a focus on Identity & Access Management.
- Proven experience in implementing IAM solutions (Customer Identity, Workforce Identity/IGA, SSO).
- Hands-on experience with IAM platforms (e.g., Ping Identity, Okta, SailPoint, Saviynt, Azure AD).
- 7+ years in Cyber Security with a focus on Identity & Access Management.
- Strong understanding of authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (GDPR, SOX, ISO 27001).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and

📌 Lead Security Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Staples India Business Innovation Hub
📍 Chennai