IAM Specialist

About the Role We are seeking a seasoned IAM (Identity and Access Management) Practice Leader with over 15 years of extensive hands-on expertise across multiple IAM tools and platforms. This leadership role will manage and grow a high-performing team of IAM professionals focused on delivering robust IAM solutions across the globe from India . The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, strategic vision, and proven leadership skills to drive best practices, innovation, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the IAM practice in the India region, overseeing a team of 50+ IAM professionals. Develop and implement IAM strategies aligned with organizational security policies and business objectives. Provide hands-on leadership and mentorship in the design, implementation, and support of IAM solutions. Architect and deploy solutions using multiple IAM tools, including Ping Identity, SailPoint, Saviynt, CyberArk, Microsoft IAM suite, Directory Services, and related technologies. Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to ensure compliance, governance, and risk management in IAM implementations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in IAM processes, automation, and tooling to enhance security posture and operational efficiency. Manage resource planning, budgeting, and performance evaluation within the IAM practice. Stay current with emerging IAM technologies, trends, and best practices to guide the practice's innovation roadmap. Ensure high standards of service delivery, customer satisfaction, and SLA adherence within the IAM team. Lead cross-functional collaboration across cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure teams to strengthen overall identity and access controls. Qualifications & Experience 15+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management with strong hands-on expertise. Proven experience with major IAM tools and platforms, including Ping Identity, SailPoint, Saviynt, CyberArk, Microsoft IAM products, and Directory Services. Demonstrated ability to lead large teams (50+ members) and manage complex IAM projects across diverse environments. Deep understanding of access governance, privileged access management, authentication, SSO, MIM, and identity lifecycle management. Strong knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements impacting IAM (e.g., GDPR, SOX, HIPAA). Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Ability to work in fast-paced environments, manage priorities, and drive results. Preferred Skills Experience working in global or large multinational organizations. Certifications in IAM products - Ping / SailPoint/ Saviynt/ MS/ Okta / etc Experience with cloud IAM solutions and hybrid IAM architectures. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.