IAM Security Specialist

9 hours ago


Irving, Texas, United States Caris Life Sciences Full time
Job Summary

The IAM / Information Security Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, configuration, implementation, and maintenance of Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems. This role will ensure the security, reliability, and compliance of IAM solutions with regulatory standards such as SOX, SOC 2, HIPAA, and GDPR.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments to proactively identify vulnerabilities and address security risks in IAM systems.
  • Design, implement, and maintain IAM systems to ensure security, reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to define and deliver IAM solutions that meet both business and security requirements.
  • Monitor and maintain IAM systems, performing regular security evaluations, health checks, and audits to ensure peak performance and compliance.
  • Lead incident response efforts related to IAM security breaches, collaborating with the security operations team to resolve issues efficiently.
  • Execute new application integrations and updates with a focus on security best practices and minimizing risks.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Management, Software Engineering, Data Science, and Infrastructure teams to align objectives and deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Generate and implement security process improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, security, and performance.
  • Frequently engage directly with users and engineers to troubleshoot provisioning and security related issues, perform access and activity audits, and assist with projects and resource reviews.
  • Make technical decisions when necessary and facilitate technical decision-making within the team.
  • Ensure the IAM systems meet all applicable regulatory and security requirements, conducting regular audits and compliance checks.
  • Implement IAM automation tools to streamline identity provisioning and improve system efficiency while reducing manual efforts.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and SOPs, ensuring clarity and accessibility across the team.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to support critical IAM issues and ensure system availability.
Requirements
  • High School degree or equivalent
  • Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM) development, deployment, and engineering
  • Expert-level experience with IAM protocols such as SCIM, SAML, OpenID, OAuth
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex IAM issues
  • Proven ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with adaptability to manage changing priorities
  • Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and work collaboratively with technical teams
  • Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools and practices
  • Demonstrated experience with Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions
  • Proficiency with Okta Identity Governance, API Access Management, Workflows, MFA, and ServiceNow
  • Strong understanding of security compliance and auditing processes (e.g., SOX, SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA) and experience aligning IAM programs to meet these standards
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with application programming interfaces (APIs) and frameworks such as JSON, Java, JavaScript, Expression Language, and PowerShell
  • Hands-on experience with API development and consumption, particularly in IAM-related workflows
  • Proven experience building IAM workflow-integrated automations between IAM and ITSM platforms (e.g., Okta, ServiceNow)
  • Relevant experience in Healthcare, Life Sciences, or similar industries is a plus
  • Demonstrated curiosity to learn and apply automation tools to improve IAM processes
  • Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Working knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and its application in IAM
Training

All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Physical Demands

Must possess ability to sit, stand, and/or work at a computer for long periods of time.

Other

Job may require after-hours response to emergency issues.



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