Senior Identity Access Management Specialist – Threat Mitigation

CloudWave Digital

Contract · Flexible hours

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Identity Access Management Specialist to design and implement robust IAM solutions for a high‑traffic SaaS platform. The project focuses on tightening access controls, automating provisioning, and ensuring compliance across cloud and on‑prem environments.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and enforce IAM policies, roles, and permissions in AWS and hybrid infrastructures.
• Integrate SSO, MFA, and federation services with existing applications.
• Automate user lifecycle management using scripting and IaC tools.
• Conduct risk assessments and remediate privilege escalation gaps.
• Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to embed IAM best practices into CI/CD pipelines.
• Document architecture, processes, and compliance evidence.

Must-have skills

• Deep expertise in AWS IAM, Azure AD, and SAML/OIDC.
• Strong scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, or Bash).
• Proven track record designing zero‑trust architectures.
• Knowledge of security standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2.
• Experience with IAM tooling (Okta, Auth0, CyberArk).

Nice to have

• Familiarity with container orchestration security (Kubernetes RBAC).
• Certifications like CISSP or AWS Certified Security – Specialty.