Full time salaried opportunity for an experienced leader in Identity and Access Management.

This role is 100% onsite in the Minneapolis area, therefore seeking candidates local to Twin Cities. Client has work authorization status requirements of US Citizen or GC holder.

What you'll do: Oversee the systems and process that manage user identities, access rights, and authentication within the organization. Responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive Identity Management strategy that ensures compliance with global regulatory standards, managing access controls and preventing unauthorized access across the enterprise.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive IAM strategy aligned with the organization's goals and regulatory requirements
• Lead and manage the IAM team, providing direction, coaching, and professional development.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate IAM practices into broader cybersecurity and IT strategies.
• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of IAM systems and solutions, including identity governance, authentication, authorization, and privileged access management.
• Ensure that IAM processes support business needs while maintaining security, compliance, and user experience. Develop and maintain IAM policies, standards, and procedures.
• Identify and mitigate IAM-related risks, ensuring that security controls are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and frameworks, such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and NIST.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of IAM processes and systems.
• Evaluate and recommend IAM technologies and tools to enhance security and efficiency.
• Lead initiatives to automate IAM processes, reduce manual interventions, and improve overall system performance.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on IAM, providing guidance and support for related projects and initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, manage, and staff an IAM team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and promoting a culture of excellence.
• Drive team performance by setting clear goals, providing ongoing feedback, and facilitating professional growth opportunities.

EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• ?8+ years of experience in information security, with experience in a leadership role focusing on IAM.
• Previous experience in managing and implementing IAM solutions in a large and complex organization
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and regulations such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, GDPR, and industry-specific standards (e.g., IEC 62443 for industrial control systems).
• Strong understanding of IAM principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in IAM tools and technologies, such as Entra ID, AD, LDAP, SSO, MFA, PAM, and identity governance platforms.
• Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and team-building skills