IS Director Identity & Access Management

Summary: The IS Director - Identity & Access Management (IAM) is responsible to provide leadership, direction, and support of the Identity and Access Management functions. Is responsible for advising security and technology leadership on ways to improve and maintain the IAM environment and IAM operations. Works closely with the IS Information Security team leadership to improve and maintain the overall security program and ensure compliance with the IS Information Security policies of the organization. Is responsible for providing ongoing managerial and motivational leadership, in line with the organization's values and goals. Works closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization. Collaborates with the VP Information Security/SVP/CIO in strategic and operational planning. Ensures all team members are well-informed and updated on status of their team's deliverables.

Education: Bachelor's degree. Graduate degree desirable, in a science or business concentration, with an emphasis in computer information systems/analytics.

Licensure/Certification: Epic, PMP, Security and/or IS certification a plus, but not required.

Experience: Minimum 10 years I/S primarily in project and personnel management. Experienced in creating business requirements, project plans, policies & procedures, budgets and schedules. Experienced in supporting purchased and in-house hardware and software applications with understanding of software development and infrastructure project lifecycles. Experienced working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Experience with of modern authentication methods including LDAP, SAML, and OAUTH2, Active Directory services, Single Sign-On, Identity Federation, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Provisioning, Access Certification, Role-Based Access Control, and privileged access management. Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures. Demonstrates building a strong internal team with the ability to identify, attract and recruit top talent, retain, and mentor internal talent, and leverage outside consulting expertise. Proven leadership directing and evaluating individual/team performance and takes appropriate action to meet and/or exceed performance standards for IAM. Proven leadership directing and providing leadership to continually improve the capability and results for the IAM program. Expertise in IAM principles, processes, and technology solutions. Proven leadership with a genuine commitment for building and leading exceptional teams through collaboration, mentoring, professional development and transition of technologies and processes as technologies and compliance requirements evolve. Demonstrated strong relationship management skills with internal clients and proven ability to develop creative and collaborative approaches. Understands how to champion IS strategy and a cohesive vision, including excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated success in establishing strategic objectives and driving tactical execution of initiatives aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. Ability to present information effectively to business leaders and diverse groups, for both background and decision-making purposes. Demonstrates strong project management leadership skills including, critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment, under pressure, and meeting deadlines.