Senior IAM Architect - Charlotte - Siemens Digital Industries Software

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Senior IAM Architect

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Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries. Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many of the objects we see in our daily lives are being conceived and manufactured using our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.

We are seeking an IAM Architect to lead the strategic direction, architecture, and implementation of Identity and Access Management solutions across the organization. The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced professional with deep expertise in enterprise‑scale identity frameworks, governance models, and security protocols. The role demands thought leadership, technical rigor, and the ability to guide complex projects while ensuring compliance, risk management, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• es:· Develop and lead the long‑term IAM strategy aligned with business objectives, security frameworks, and industry best practic
• es.Provide expert guidance to senior leadership on identity governance, access management, and regulatory complian
• ce.Establish and enforce IAM standards, policies, and processes that ensure secure, efficient, and auditable identity workflo
• ws.Lead the design and deployment of IAM systems across hybrid environments, integrating on‑premises infrastructure, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and SaaS applicatio
• ns.Architect solutions for authentication, authorization, identity federation, privileged access, and lifecycle management using industry‑standard protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SCI
• M).Oversee the selection and evaluation of IAM tools and technologies, ensuring alignment with scalability, performance, and security goa
• ls.Design and implement robust access governance frameworks, including role management, entitlement reviews, and segregation of duti
• es.Partner with legal, compliance, and audit teams to ensure IAM practices meet regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, PCI‑DSS, etc
• .).Lead risk assessments, identity‑related incident investigations, and mitigation strategio
• es.Drive automation initiatives to streamline identity provisioning, access requests, and self‑service capabiliti
• es.Implement advanced monitoring and reporting capabilities to ensure proactive identification of identity threats and anomali
• es.Explore and implement AI‑driven identity analytics and adaptive access controls where applicab
• le.Work closely with application teams, IT operations, DevOps, and cybersecurity teams to integrate IAM solutions seamlessly across syste
• ms.Mentor and coach junior architects, engineers, and security teams to build identity management capabiliti
• es.Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating complex identity issues into actionable solutio
• ns.Continuously review and optimize IAM processes to reduce risk, enhance efficiency, and improve user experien
• ce.Lead initiatives for Zero Trust architecture adoption and identity‑driven security mode
• ls.Provide thought leadership on emerging identity technologies, industry trends, and advanced security techniqu

Qualifications

• ons:· Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related fiel
• d.12· 12+ years of experience in IAM architecture, with at least 3–5 years in a senior or leadership r
• ole· Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise‑scale IAM solutions across diverse environme
• nts.· Deep knowledge of authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SCIM, Kerber
• os).· Hands‑on experience with IAM platforms such as Okta, Azure AD, SailPoint, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, or simi
• lar.· Experience integrating identity solutions with cloud platforms (AWS IAM, Azure AD, Google Identity) and hybrid infrastructu
• res.· Expertise in access governance, compliance frameworks, risk management, and identity lifecycle managem
• ent.· Strong programming or scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to support automation and integrati
• ons.· Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management ski
• lls· Industry certifications such as CIAM, CISSP, CISM, or vendor‑specific certifications (Okta, Azure Security, AWS Certified Securi
• ty).· Experience in Zero Trust frameworks and identity‑based security architectu
• res.· Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools for CI/CD integrat
• ion.· Background in highly regulated sectors like financial services, healthcare, or governm
• ent.· Strong development and system design experie
• nce.· Experience in developing software using technology stacks like Java, C#, Python, Spring Boot, AWS services, Kuberne
• tes.· Experience and ability to build and design an Auth ser
• ver. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability st
• atus. Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United S
• tates.

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility – choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial so

ftware. A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape t

omorrow Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday with Us #LI-PLM #LI-HYBRID

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Information Services and Technology, Information and Media

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