Principal Identity Architect
Core
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including lifecycle management, access control, federation, and privileged access management.
Role type
Principal Identity Architect
Builds
Secure, scalable IAM platforms and governance frameworks for the organization
Domain
Cybersecurity / Identity Management
Required skills
IAM architecture, identity lifecycle management, access control policies, identity federation, authentication/authorization mechanisms, privileged access management (PAM), security compliance frameworks, IAM roadmap development
Preferred skills
Cloud identity solutions (SailPoint, EntraID), PAM solutions (CyberArk), OAuth/SAML protocols
Technologies
SailPoint IdentityNow, EntraID/Azure AD, CyberArk, OAuth, SAML
Responsibilities
Architect IAM solutions based on business requirements and security standards; Define access control policies to enforce least privilege; Integrate IAM solutions with existing systems and directories; Implement identity federation and single sign-on (SSO); Design authentication and authorization mechanisms including MFA and RBAC; Establish identity governance frameworks and policies; Evaluate and recommend IAM products and technologies; Deliver long-term IAM strategy and roadmap; Provide expert guidance during IAM security incidents.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
