University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Office of Information Technology

Job Title: Identity and Access Management (IAM) Program Director

Position #:828020 – Requisition #: 35188

Job Summary:

Does this describe you?

Are you a strategic leader focused on continuous improvement and moving the needle? Are you well versed in Identity and Access Management technologies, as well as leading, mentoring, and developing a technical team?

We are looking for an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Program Director to direct and manage all aspects of the IAM program and team. This position has full responsibility for essential services critical to identity and access management. This position is responsible for the overall strategy, vision, planning, evaluation, architecture & implementation of the entire Identity/Access Management stack to ensure the effective management of user identities, access rights, provisioning/deprovisioning, and privileges across our organization.

The IAM Program Director will drive process improvements to support the evolving needs of the institution and will work closely with IT teams, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to ensure that the systems meet regulatory and security requirements, institutional goals, and provide a seamless user experience. This position serves a critical role in the overall security of information technology systems and must collaborate closely with Security and Compliance teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Provides strategic and operational leadership for delivery of services to support the identity and access management needs and goals of the university community.
Responsible for the overall strategy, planning, evaluation, architecture & implementation of the entire Identity/Access Management stack
Ensures IdM systems and technologies enforce the security and compliant standards of the university and align with industry best practices.
Engages in full software life cycle, including requirements gathering and client interaction, collaborating with software and system architects on systems design, implementation, and testing, and providing ongoing support and maintenance to IAM software and platforms.
Works closely with the Security Operations team to ensure proper controls are in place for identity management.
Interacts with campus business units to deliver solutions in automated provisioning/deprovisioning, authentication and authorization processes, single sign-on, and other IAM-related efforts.
Gathers requirements to design and deliver IAM solutions that integrate with technology systems that meet customer, business, and regulatory requirements.
Drives technical efforts related to identity and access management system architecture and design.
Maintains financial responsibility for products and services in the IAM portfolio to ensure the university is getting the most value for all technology investments.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the IAM program by regularly reviewing processes, workflows, and technologies for enhancements.

Work Location:

Hybrid – This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment. AMC OIT strives for a high-flex work environment, meaning although this role can predominately be executed effectively with a remote schedule, there may be instances where in-person meetings and/or activities are needed. There is no minimum or prescribed in-person requirement. The work schedule will be based around core working hours in Colorado Mountain Time.

Why Join Us:

Information Strategy and Service (ISS) is a large department that encompasses the Office of Information Technology (OIT), Information Security and IT Compliance (ISIC), Enterprise Architecture (EA), and Information, Data Empowerment and Analytics (IDEA). In Information Strategy and Services (ISS) we emphasize six key principles that connect our teams and ensure our success:

Curiosity- Explore beyond one’s own experience and environment.
Compassion- Demonstrates empathy, understanding, and respect for all people.
Collaboration- Partner well beyond our space and build partnerships to achieve organizational results.
Commitment- Dedication and engagement one has to their job, team, organization and university.
Competence- Know our craft and be committed to continuous improvement and learning.
Confidence- Be empowered and assured to represent our customers and their needs.

In OIT we value our team members and strive to achieve work life balance, inclusivity, and a FUN working environment. Click HERE to view testimonials from OIT Employees about why they enjoy working for OIT! Click here to find out more about the Office of Information Technology

We improve lives by enabling our University mission of education, research, healthcare, and community engagement through information technology services. We facilitate collaboration, improve data integrity, increase secure access to information and technology, and provide exceptional customer-centric service using our skills, talents, and passions.

Active investment in our culture and our people is foundational in developing and delivering service excellence. To cultivate a people centric workplace, we do the following:

Invest in inclusive leadership to promote belonging and integrate DEI into daily operations
Focus on employee wellness
Provide effective coaching and foster continuous learning & development
Offer flexible work arrangements when possible

Click here to find out more about OIT’s Culture

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in information technology, MIS, Computer Science, Business, or a closely related field.

Experience:

2-4 years’ experience as a technical manager or technical lead in identity management domain.
4-6 years’ experience with all phases of the system development lifecycle at an enterprise level.
2-4 years’ experience in enterprise application administration of identity and access systems.
2-4 years’ experience with administering security in IdM systems

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

10 years’ experience in enterprise application administration or identity management.
Master’s degree in a technical discipline
Experience with Containerization and Orchestration Technologies
Experience with Modern Authentication and Authorization technologies
Experience with common automation technologies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must be technically proficient in a broad range of related IdM technologies and be capable of synthesizing and integrating competing priorities and objectives to make measured decisions as to unit goals and objectives.
Experience with major cloud providers.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and to resolve scheduling, competing priorities and other conflicts to meet target dates and budget.
Strong customer service focus and the ability to lead and make sound decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
Ability to work across teams and divisions to continuously improve collaboration and remove silos.

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Curriculum vitae / Resume
Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: ISS Human Resources

iss-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 28, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: $120,000 - $140,000.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

University Staff

Job Category

Information Technology

Primary Location

Hybrid

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Oct 14, 2024

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

ISS Human Resources

Posting Contact Email

iss-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number

00828020

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Identity and Access Management (IAM) Program Director