IAM Consultant

Position Overview

As a member of our Identity and Access Management (IAM) team, you will be responsible for setting a high standard of technical expertise and leadership in client-facing engagements. Our IAM Consultants play a key role in influencing the overall technical direction and work culture of the delivery teams, fostering a transparent and collaborative environment. You will provide expert guidance and solutions in identity management, acting as a trusted technical advisor to our clients. This role requires strong communication skills and expertise in a broad range of identity solutions, software platforms, architectural designs, and deployment infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert in IAM engagements, focusing on delivering identity-centric solutions
• Drive a values-based, pragmatic team culture, embracing best technical practices and continuous learning
• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating strong communication and technical expertise
• Provide solutions across open- and closed-source identity systems, including Java ecosystem platforms and Microsoft Azure identity management
• Engage in a variety of projects including strategic planning, operational improvements, technical training, and troubleshooting for clients
• Ensure the successful completion of projects within higher education and similar sectors

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of professional experience developing and supporting web-based applications, with a focus on identity solutions
• Proven experience in customer-facing technical roles
• Expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) architecture and protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, CAS)
• Hands-on experience with identity applications such as CAS, Grouper, Shibboleth, midPoint, and Azure AD, particularly in higher education settings
• Familiarity with Java-based applications and software deployment best practices

Preferred Skills

• Experience with enterprise architecture analysis, technology governance, and M&A technology evaluations
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and other modern containerization platforms
• Understanding of cryptographic protocols and experience with PKI, certificates, and encryption technologies
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure) and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins
• Experience in higher education or similar industry sectors

Non-Technical Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills, with a transparent and accountable work style
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and coaching technical teams