Enterprise IAM Security Specialist

As a seasoned Identity and Access Management professional, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our enterprise-class IAM program. With MKS Instruments as a pioneering force in this journey, we are seeking an experienced IAM Analyst to lead the development and implementation of secure processes for managing identities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the IAM Program and Leader in planning, strategy, development, implementation, operations, and support for these processes to secure the company's digital identity and access for all enterprise workforce members. Primary responsibilities will include developing and implementing a multi-year roadmap for these processes and controls, continually improving IAM practices, and participating in activities to identify revisions, including internal measurement practices, security practice reviews, and internal/external audits.

Additionally, the IAM Analyst will work across the organization to identify outstanding issues and gaps in compliance adherence to these processes and collaborate with those organizations on remediation's of both the acute problems and systemic access control security gaps. They will also provide routine management reporting on identified access management control failures and remediation steps, create and maintain standards surrounding documentation related to identity processes, procedure, and infrastructure.

Assessing current applications and architecture to ensure current implementations align with industry guidelines, best practices, and company-approved standards is also a key responsibility. The IAM Analyst will design security processes and procedures in alignment with the organization's policies and security standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices as noted based on industry standards. Providing technical expertise in threat/risk assessments related to privileged access and working with vendors and co-sourcing partners to successfully resolve problems and implement projects as required.

Implementing major version upgrades and creating or modifying existing policies in PAM solution based on new requests is also essential. Other responsibilities include performing other security-related duties as requested, recognizing issues from ServiceDesk tickets and performance improvements, assisting the IAM manager/Product Owner for the future IAM enhancements to build the IAM Product Roadmap, and operating Platform and changes.

Key skills and qualifications include 5-6 years of experience in identity & access management-related roles, 2-3 years of experience in Saviynt, preferred Saviynt IGA Certified, required Completion of Saviynt L100 and L200 training, understanding industry best practices for access administration activities, authorization and authentication protocols, and access governance, experience working with IAG, experience working in highly regulated environments, and experience working with Identity Governance and IAM ecosystems.

Strong analytical skills, problem-solving, and critical thinking are essential, as well as the ability to lead a project while accounting for the strategic direction. The ideal candidate should be able to research, analyze, and resolve complex problems with minimal supervision and escalate issues as appropriate, demonstrated understanding of risk and compliance frameworks, excellent documentation, written, and communication skills, and the ability to perform multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Preferred requirements include scripting and/or programming skills in technologies such as PowerShell, SQL, Python, and JSON, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate and work effectively with a wide range of cross-functional teams, vendors, and time zones.