Lead the design and deployment of the organizations Identity & Access Management (IAM) and governance framework, ensuring alignment with business, regulatory, and IT security objectives. Develop and implement enterprise-wide IAM standards, processes, and procedures in line with global security frameworks. Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define and implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Segregation of Duties (SoD) matrices. Integrate standalone and enterprise applications with Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) solutions, including developing custom connectors where necessary. Design, configure, test, and support centralized IAM and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, including hybrid (on-premises and cloud) environments. Manage technologies supporting SSO , PIM/PAM , MFA , Access Governance , and Logical Access frameworks. Conduct periodic IAM assessments and audits to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities. Stay updated on relevant IAM laws, regulations, standards, and emerging technologies. Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert for IAM initiatives, fostering collaboration across internal teams and external service providers. Required Skills & Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Experience: 810 years in IT, with a minimum of 4 years in implementing and managing IAM solutions, access management, and identity governance programs. Hands-on experience in SailPoint or Saviynt implementation (mandatory). Experience with enterprise IAM architecture , integration, and connector development. Exposure to the healthcare sector (preferred) with understanding of industry-specific IT applications and compliance standards. Strong knowledge of IAM tools, frameworks, and security standards. Desirable certifications: CISSP , and Cloud Security certifications (Azure / AWS) . Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to convey complex security concepts to diverse audiences. Strong problem-solving skills, analytical mindset, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively