Principal Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer
Full Time
Trenton, NJ, USA
Description
Our client is seeking a Principal Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer to lead their migration and modernization journey in Identity and Access Management.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and play a pivotal role in transitioning legacy systems (CA SiteMinder, ForgeRock) to Microsoft Entra ID. This role requires strategic leadership, technical acumen, and a hands-on approach to ensure secure, seamless integration of IAM solutions into our evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive the migration of legacy IAM systems (CA SiteMinder, ForgeRock) to Microsoft Entra ID.
Collaborate with application development teams to retrofit and implement modern identity protection solutions across a wide range of applications.
Build and enhance identity protection strategies upfront, ensuring secure access and compliance.
Provide expertise in SSO (single sign-on) integration and federation with third-party systems.
Serve as a technical leader and hands-on contributor for Microsoft Entra ID implementations and ongoing system optimization.
Coordinate with cloud (AWS/Microsoft Azure) and Microsoft 365 teams to align IAM strategies with broader business objectives.
Post-migration, support ongoing system maintenance and pivot to broader Azure ecosystem initiatives.
Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications:
Deep expertise with Microsoft Entra ID or Ping Federate or Octa and the broader Azure ecosystem.
Proven migration experience from legacy systems (e.g., CA SiteMinder, ForgeRock) to modern IAM platforms (e.g., Entra ID, PingFederate, or Okta).
Strong background in identity federation and SSO concepts.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, especially AWS and Microsoft 365.
Ability to collaborate across teams, including application development and infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with hybrid IAM solutions and integration strategies.
A track record of building scalable, secure IAM architectures for enterprise environments.
Familiarity with IAM lifecycle management and identity protection best practices.
To apply please send your application to dbostock@thedenzelgroup.com
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