IAM and Security Services Architect - Remote

Overview

The IAM and Security Services Architect will be a key member of the new Versant Cyber organization, responsible for designing and leading enterprise-scale identity and security solutions.

In Short

• Define IAM and security services architecture roadmap, standards, and reference models.
• Architect identity solutions using Entra ID/Azure AD, Ping, Okta, CyberArk, SailPoint, and related tools.
• Design authentication, SSO, federation, MFA, adaptive access, and privileged access solutions.
• Integrate IAM with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and enterprise SaaS applications.
• Embed IAM and security services into DevSecOps pipelines and application development.
• Define logging and monitoring standards for IAM and security events, integrating with SIEM platforms.
• Conduct security architecture reviews, threat modeling, and design assessments.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to deliver scalable, resilient security services.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (SOX, PCI, GDPR, CCPA, etc.).

Requirements

• 10+ years in cybersecurity, with 5+ years in IAM and security architecture.
• Deep expertise in IAM platforms (Azure AD/Entra, Ping, Okta, SailPoint, CyberArk, etc.).
• Strong experience in IGA, PAM, MFA, PKI, and identity lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to design secure architectures for applications, data, networks, and systems.
• Application security experience, including authentication/authorization, API security, SSO/MFA, microservices, and SaaS integration.
• Data security experience, including encryption, key management, access control, data classification, and compliance alignment.
• Network security expertise, including segmentation, firewall/IDS/IPS, VPNs, Zero Trust networking, and traffic monitoring.
• Hands-on knowledge of cloud IAM (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid enterprise environments.
• Experience with Zero Trust models and identity-driven access strategies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder influence skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A variety of other discounts and perks.