Identity Access Management Security Engineer

Company : Highmark Health

Job Description :

JOB SUMMARY

The Identity & Access Management Security Engineer participates in the development, testing, implementation, and integration of Identity and Access Management systems and solutions. This role is a part of our Single Sign-On (SSO)/Federation engineering team, focusing on the support and configuration of identity solutions such as Oracle Access Manager, PingOne Advanced Identity Cloud, Entra ID, and OAuth/SAML/SCIM integrations. Responsibilities include identifying and analyzing system information and requirements and interpreting the data to facilitate the resolution resolving systems design weaknesses, executing tasks based on prioritization of troubleshooting efforts and working with all resources to identify resolutions to complex issues surrounding access to systems. This position works with IT internal support teams and external partners to provide the highest standards of support relative to identity access management practices. Other responsibilities include monitoring and maintenance of IAM systems, training and communication of (IAM) processes, and advising on IAM solutions and best practices.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES ·

• Develops, tests, implements, and integrates Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems and solutions. Performs basic integration testing of systems. Executes engineering tasks to ensure that solutions protect information resources against unauthorized use, inappropriate degrees of access, disclosure, damage and/or loss. Leverages problem solving and data analysis skills to ensure projects deliver on time.
• Troubleshoots and manages the resolution of issues related to identities, systems, access, accounts, authentication, authorization, entitlements, and permissions. Determines and recommends the most appropriate response to identified more complex problems, issues and/or defects by assessing impact and prioritization.
• Executes maintenance, patching, operating, and monitoring of IAM systems. Troubleshoots, supports and resolves system incidents, problems and changes, as required.
• Facilitate the continuous adoption, training, communication, and education of IAM capabilities, functions, and standards.
• Utilizes and refines reusable strategies, decisions, service components, libraries and frameworks to support enterprise-level IAM services.
• Maintains awareness and knowledge of current changes within legal, regulatory, and technology environments which may affect operations. Ensures senior management and staff are informed of any changes and updates in a timely manner. Establishes and maintains appropriate network of professional contacts. Maintains membership in appropriate professional organizations and publications. Attends meetings, seminars and conferences and maintains continuity of any required or desirable certifications, if applicable .
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years of experience in Information Security, IAM Engineering and/or Systems Analysis.
• 3 years' Experience with IAM concepts such as identity life cycle management, role-based access control, authentication, authorization, access control, multi-factor authentication, single sign-on and cryptography.
• 3 years' Experience with:

• Identity Access Management Platforms such as: SailPoint, Saviynt, Dilinea, CyberArk, Duo, OIM, OAM, Ping Identity, SecureAuth, RadiantLogic, Centrify, Entra, RACF.

• Programming/Scripting languages such as: Java, C#/C++, Java BeanShell, XML, Unix shell scripting, JavaScript, PowerShell, Python.

• Supporting Technologies and standards: Active Directory, LDAP, Oracle, SQL server, SQL query, Linux/Unix, Windows platform, Apache, IIS, WebSphere, Weblogic, JBoss, SAML, OAuth, OIDC, FIDO, SCIM.

Preferred

• 3 years of Experience with network security architecture, network and networking protocols.
• 3 years of Experience working within an information security function using the HITRUST Common Security Framework (HITRUST CSF), or the NIST 800-83 cyber security framework.
• 3 years' Experience working within SAFe Agile framework.
• 3 years' Experience in financial, healthcare, or other regulated industries.

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SKILLS

· Knowledge of HITRUST CSF, NIST 800-83 cyber security framework, PCI, HIPAA, HITECH, COBIT, ISO 27001/2, and ITIL3.

· Identity Access Management Platforms: Systems integration or software engineering of identity and access management (IAM) solutions such as SailPoint, Saviynt, DiLinea, CyberArk, Duo, OIM, OAM, Ping Identity, SecureAuth, RadiantLogic, Centrify, Entra, RACF.

· Programming language: Java, Java Beanshell, C#/C++.

· Directory Services: Active Directory, LDAP, virtual directory services.

· Database Services: Oracle, SQL server, query language, stored procedures.

· Operating Systems: Linux/Unix, Windows platform.

· Web/application Servers: Apache, IIS, WebSphere, Weblogic, JBoss.

· Scripting languages: Unix shell scripting, JavaScript, PowerShell.

· Industry standard Web Access Management (WAM) and related protocols: OAuth, OIDC, FIDO, SCIM, LDAP v3, SAML.

· Familiarity with secure SDLC best practices.

· Knowledge of Microsoft Apps and Suites, Windows server, SharePoint, etc.

· Strong teamwork and inter-personal skills.

EDUCATION

Required

· Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or closely related discipline.

Preferred

· Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or closely related discipline.

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

Required

· None

Preferred

· Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

· CISA

· CISM

· SANS Certifications

· IAM Vendor Certification (like Ping, Entra, etc.)

· Cloud Certification

· SAFe Agile Certifications

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office- or Remote-based

Teaches / trains others

Occasionally

Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

No

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

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