Manager, IT Cybersecurity Identity Management

Fort Worth, TX (onsite) role leading Identity Services across IAM and identity governance to support secure, resilient access for users and systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee deployment and configuration of IAM solutions to manage user identities, roles, and system access across organizational systems and applications.
• Lead the design and deployment of identity management solutions aligned to security, scalability, and performance needs and integrated with existing infrastructure and applications.
• Coordinate resources and manage project progress by addressing issues and risks to support successful delivery.
• Continuously monitor IAM systems for suspicious activity; conduct regular audits to validate compliance and produce reporting on access controls and user activity.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to cybersecurity professionals focused on identity and access products, including fostering continuous development through targeted training opportunities.
• Lead execution of regular audits of access controls and directory services to meet internal policies and external regulations, and resolve identified gaps.
• Plan, execute, and deliver critical identity and access projects to meet strategic objectives, on-time completion, and budget expectations.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to cybersecurity regulations and standards, implementing required compliance measures.
• Communicate project risks and strategies to senior management and stakeholders to support transparent, informed decision-making.
• Develop and implement monitoring strategies for availability, performance, and reliability of identity services while managing day-to-day operations of the identity platform.
• Ensure completion of regulatory scheduled reviews and certifications of user access rights to maintain compliance and prevent privilege creep.
• Direct identity-related incident response, troubleshoot IAM platform issues, and support users with access problems.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, project managers, and stakeholders to align cybersecurity initiatives to corporate objectives and support successful project delivery.
• Develop and oversee responses related to certification campaigns and provide guidance to users during campaign processes.
• Work closely with system administrators, developers, HR, and security teams to integrate and support IDM/IGA capabilities across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
• 6+ years prior experience in cybersecurity management or a related field.
• 3+ years in a people leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including at least 3 years in a cybersecurity project management role.
• Proven record managing and delivering successful cybersecurity projects.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, MS Project).
• Experience with regulatory compliance and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001).
• Relevant certifications, including but not limited to: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security+, Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM), and Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate.
• In-depth knowledge of IAM principles, technologies, and best practices, including managing user identities, roles, and access privileges.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements related to access management (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and address IAM access management issues and threats.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to develop, update, and enforce comprehensive IAM strategies and policies; conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with IAM standards.
• Strong agile management skills to oversee implementation and maintenance of IAM solutions.
• Engage with customers to understand pain points with governance, compliance, and access management to identify opportunities where Saviynt can help.

Technologies

• Agile, Waterfall, MS Project
• CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security+
• Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM)
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• GDPR, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOX
• Saviynt

Benefits

• Travel perks: reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across the global network.
• Health benefits: access to health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits on day one.
• Wellness programs.
• 401(k) program: available upon hire; depending on the workgroup, employer contributions available after one year.
• Additional benefits: Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises, and more.

Inclusion and Diversity

• Inclusion and diversity are foundational to the workforce, supported by 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups.
• Employee resource groups connect team members to customers, suppliers, communities, and shareholders to support full potential and an inclusive environment.