We are seeking a visionary and experienced Director of Identity and Access Management (IAM) to lead our semiconductor manufacturing client's IAM strategy and operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in IAM technologies, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure, with the capability to drive innovation and efficiency in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
This role will involve close collaboration with organizational business units to plan, build, deliver, and support the IAM program. The Director will provide direction for the development, specifications, and communication of IAM processes, governance, platform architecture, and will offer in-depth consultation to business units and IT management to assist in integrating information security requirements
.
Key Responsibiliti
es
- Develop and implement a comprehensive IAM strategy aligned with organizational business objectives and security requiremen
ts.- Serve as the subject-matter expert on all IAM disciplines, including identity governance and administration (IGA), access and authorization, privileged access management, and identity verification for internal, external, and customer-facing platfor
ms.- Collaborate with Infrastructure and Application teams to manage the lifecycle of IAM technologies and associated infrastructu
re.- Identify opportunities to enhance the performance of the IAM program (people, process, and technology) and reduce cos
ts.- Acquire and manage resources necessary for all IAM functions, including leadership support, financial resources, and key security personn
el.- Lead and manage the IAM team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improveme
nt.- Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of IAM solutions across various platforms, including Active Directory, Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices, both on-premises and in the clo
ud.- Ensure that overall IT strategy and architecture plans are integrated into IAM service programs, methods, and technologies in alignment with leading IAM practic
es.- Align IAM security priorities with the organization's security strategy, informed by current trends in the indust
ry.- Work with application owners and technical stakeholders to incorporate IAM requirements in new and existing applications and platfor
ms.- Ensure seamless integration of IAM solutions with existing IT infrastructure and applicatio
ns.- Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in IAM, including AI and machine learning applications, to drive innovati
on.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure IAM best practices are applied in all relevant IT projects and initiativ
es.- Develop and maintain IAM policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with industry regulations and best practic
es.- Manage vendor relationships and contracts related to IAM technologies and servic
es.- Provide regular reports and presentations to senior management on IAM performance, risks, and opportuniti
es.- Lead IAM-related risk assessments and audits, implementing necessary controls and remediation measur
es.- Direct the planning, implementation, and operations of the IAM team, processes, architecture, and technolo
gy.
Qualificat
ions
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master’s degree prefe
rred.- 10+ years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focusing on Identity and Access Manage
ment.- Extensive knowledge of IAM technologies, including but not limited to Okta, Active Directory, and other leading IAM solut
ions.- Strong understanding of IAM principles, best practices, and industry standards (e.g., OAuth, SAML, OpenID Conn
ect).- Experience implementing and managing IAM solutions across diverse platforms in both on-premises and cloud environm
ents.- Solid grasp of cybersecurity principles and practices related to
IAM.- Familiarity with compliance standards and regulations (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HI
PAA).- Excellent project management skills with a history of successful large-scale IAM implementat
ions.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into business v
alue.- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all le
vels.
Preferred Qualific
ations- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, or IAM-specific certificat
ions).- Experience with identity governance and administration (IGA) solu
tions.- Knowledge of privileged access management (PAM) tools and prac
tices.- Understanding of AI developments and their implications for IAM and IT infrastru
cture.- Background in financial analysis and budget management for IT pro
jects.- Experience with advanced IAM solutions such as SailPoint, Saviynt, and similar plat
forms.- Familiarity with emerging trends in IAM, including adaptive authentication and zero trust architec
tures.
Ideally located in San Jose, Irvine (CA) or Austi
n (TX).