IAM Secure Access Cloud Federation Engineering

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Infosec – IAM Cloud Federation Engineer

Today’s world is fueled by vast amounts of information, which means that data is even more valuable than ever before. Protecting data and information systems is central to doing business, and therefore everyone in EY Information Security has an important role to play. Join a global team of almost 900 people who collaborate to support the business of EY by protecting EY and client information assets! Information Security professionals enable EY to work securely and deliver secure products and services, as well as detect and quickly respond when things go wrong. Together, the efforts of our dedicated team help protect the EY brand and build client trust.

Within Information Security we blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and technology service solutions as we consider the entire security lifecycle. You will join a team of highly knowledgeable, security-focused individuals dedicated to supporting, protecting, and enabling the business through innovative, secure solutions that provide speed to market and business value.

The opportunity

The IAM Cloud Federation Engineer has responsibilities to implement & configure the cloud identity authentication, authorization, and federations services utilizing IDaaS (Ping One and PingID), PlainID, Auth0, Azure AD Single Sign-on Federation Technology. This individual will own and manage all end-to-end aspects of services under their remit including but not limited to service, production infrastructure deployment, service roadmaps and standards, vendor management, and budget management. Other responsibilities include driving stability for all technologies and services under their responsibility including resolution of incidents and problems, maintenance and support, application platform change control, and automation of processes and procedures. Implemented solutions will adhere to the core principles of Zero-Trust, Just-In-Time and Just-Enough-Access but balance it with a frictionless experience for end users and applications.

Your key responsibilities

• The IAM Secure Access Cloud Federation Engineer responsibilities include:
• Ability to function with a high degree of autonomy and empowerment in decision making.
• Ability to make key decisions as they relate to service disruptions and problems
• Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team structure, but also independently
• Ability to work with 3rd party vendors (i.e. Ping Identity , PlainID, Microsoft , Auth0) for escalation of service issues.
• Serve as information security IAM subject matter expert, provide advisory and consulting services as required.
• Demonstrates analytical and systematic approach to problem solving.
• Ability to plan, schedule and monitor work activities in order to meet time and quality targets.
• Ensure that each solution is documented and works with the Product engineering and IAM operations team to operationalize the solution for long term sustainability.
• Ability to rapidly absorb new technical information, business acumen, and apply it effectively.
• Good appreciation of wider field of information systems, its use in relevant employment areas and how it relates to business activities.
• Ensure successful transition of project deliverables to support maintenance/operations teams.

Skills and attributes for success

• Possess expertise for IT specific technologies within application platform service teams.
• Single Sign On (SSO) integration and session management for multiple web and cloud applications.
• API Gateways, Enterprise Databases, SSO and Access Management systems, identity federation protocols (SAML),OIDC, OAuth2 and LDAP.
• Ability to understand strategic business objectives as they relate to Application Platform Services.
• System adminstration skills to manage Windows and Linux servers infrastrcture.
• Strong demonstrable knowledge of Azure cloud and IAM services and functions including working of SAML/OIDC federation flow
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill
• Self-starter with real passion for technology
• Excellent attention to detail and good at technical documentation
• Flexibility to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change
• Ability to deal efficiently with escalations and difficult situations/people under pressure
• Good time management, interpersonal, communication, and organization skills
• Ability to understand and integrate cultural differences and work with virtual cross-cultural, cross-border teams
• Ability to work and team effectively with clients and others within IAM team and across Info Sec to deliver solutions

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Degree in Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in technology infrastructure and technology engineering groups. Able to exhibit a progression of increasingly complex analytics during the period inclusive of project management skills and implementation techniques.
• Experience in Identity and Access Management domain and basic IT knowledge.
• Strong understanding of SAMO, OAuth 2.0, SCIM, OpenID Connect.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools.
• Good understanding of automated software application builds and deployments.
• Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team structure, but also independently.
• Flexibility in scheduling with a willingness to work extra non-standard hours on occasion
• Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• Has an urge to learn and grow along with the Organization.
• Ability to meet agreed deadlines with demonstrable productivity.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in using Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) process improvement frameworks.
• Certification in IT Infrastructure or IAM skills is added advantage.
• Cyber-Security Certificates a plus.

What we look for

Seeking self-motivated, well-organized, and detail-oriented individuals who are interested to engage and progress within a strong and dynamic team environment. Ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with superb communication and collaboration skills (excellent written, verbal, and listening skillsets) would be ideal.

A self-starter, independent-thinker, curious and creative person with ambition to learn and passion for delivering security solutions and services.

What we offer

As part of this role, you will work in a highly coordinated, globally diverse team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

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  Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a significant impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be accepted for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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