Role Description The IAM (Identity and Access Management) Architect will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise IAM solutions that support secure access, regulatory compliance, and business operations. This full-time, on-site role is based in Hyderabad and involves working closely with security, legal, and IT teams to define IAM architectures, standards, and policies. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing identity lifecycle processes, integrating authentication and authorization mechanisms, configuring role-based and attribute-based access controls, and overseeing identity provisioning and deprovisioning workflows.

The IAM Architect will assess current IAM capabilities, perform gap analyses, recommend improvements, and support implementation projects across applications, directories, and cloud platforms. The role also includes documenting architectures, mentoring technical teams, participating in security assessments, and contributing to incident response and audit activities related to identity and access.

Qualifications

- Strong expertise in IAM architecture, including identity lifecycle management, authentication, authorization, and directory services.
- Experience with role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC),



and policy-based access management across on-premises and cloud environments.
- Hands-on experience with enterprise IAM platforms and tools (e.g., SSO, federation, MFA, identity governance, privileged access management).
- Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, secure design practices, and common attack vectors related to identity and access.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards (such as GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, NIST, and other security or privacy frameworks) and their impact on IAM.
- Proficiency in designing and documenting technical architectures, workflows, and integration patterns for complex systems.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and provide guidance on IAM best practices.
- Experience leading or contributing to IAM implementation projects, including requirements gathering, solution design, testing, and rollout.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field; advanced certifications in IAM or security (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CIAM-related certs) are an advantage.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, skilled integrity

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