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Extensive Identity Security Experience (10–15 years): Proven history of delivering enterprise-class Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) and/or Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including hands-on engineering, architecture, and complex technical problem-solving.
Proven Project Leadership (10+ years): Demonstrated success leading the scoping, planning, and delivery of large-scale, high-stakes identity security projects for enterprise clients, from initiation through post-go-live optimization.
Client-Facing Acumen: Exceptional skill in building trusted advisor relationships with senior-level clients and partners, combining technical credibility with strategic insight.
Complex Project Management Mastery: Expert ability to manage multiple concurrent, technically complex identity projects, balancing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
Comprehensive Project Lifecycle Expertise: Deep knowledge of project planning, resource management, scope definition, schedule management, status reporting, and the production of meticulous technical documentation.
Technical Stack Proficiency: Familiarity or direct experience with:
Core Web Technologies: XML, SPML/SOAP, Web and Application Servers, HTML.
Database Management: Oracle, Sybase, MSSQL, MySQL.
Directory Services: LDAP, Active Directory.
Enterprise HR Systems: SAP, PeopleSoft.
Programming Languages: Java, .NET, or C++.
Identity Management Provisioning Systems: (e.g., legacy Sun, Oracle, IBM, Novell, or similar modern platforms).
Security Software/IT Audit: A strong understanding of broader security principles and practices, or experience in internal IT audit.
Security Domain Knowledge
Mandatory IGA Experience: Must have substantial Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) experience.
PAM Knowledge (Desirable): Familiarity with Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a plus.
Integration Technology: Experience with integration technologies such as REST, LDAP, and database connectors .
Directory Services: Knowledge of directory services including LDAP, Active Directory, and Azure AD .
SaaS Platform Expertise: Must have experience working with SaaS security platforms .
Security Frameworks (Desirable): Understanding of security frameworks like Zero Trust, NIST, and ISO27001 is a strong advantage.
IGA Product Experience
Core IGA Platforms: Must have experience working with one or more of the following IGA products: SailPoint, Okta, Oracle OIM, or Saviynt .
Other Security Products (Nice to have): Experience with Pathlock, CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or Delinea is beneficial.
Access Management (Nice to know): Familiarity with Access Management, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) concepts.
Management & Client Engagement
Stakeholder Management: Proven experience in managing stakeholders, including leading Program Boards and interacting with senior management.
RFP & Contract Management: Experience responding to Service RFPs, scoping projects, estimating, and producing Service Contracts/SOWs.
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