IAM Administrator - East Peoria, United States - Illinois Central College

Description

Location : East Peoria Campus, IL

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number:

Department: Technology Services - IT Security & IAM

Opening Date: 05/14/2024

Closing Date: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Central

EEO Statement: Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Summary

The Identity and Access Management (IAM) Administrator manages and safeguards our digital identities and access systems. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity and security of ICC's information systems and ensuring that access rights are appropriately managed across our campus network.
Essential Functions

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. User Access Management: Control and monitor staff and student access rights across various college systems.
2. Policy Implementation: Enforce IAM policies tailored to the educational environment of ICC.
3. System Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain IAM tools and systems to ensure they meet the college's evolving needs.
4. Lifecycle Management: Manage digital identities from creation (e.g., new student enrollments) to termination (e.g., graduating students, departing staff).
5. Authentication Services: Oversee systems for secure authentication and authorization, including multi-factor authentication for sensitive data access.
6. Compliance and Auditing: Ensure IAM practices comply with educational standards and regulations, conducting periodic audits.
7. Incident Response: Act swiftly in the event of security breaches or issues related to identity and access management.
8. Training and Awareness: Educate staff and students on best practices for digital identity security.
9. Collaboration: Work closely with the IT department and other administrative units to ensure a cohesive approach to identity management.
10. Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

1. Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT system administration, with a focus on security and access control.
3. Solid understanding of identity management principles and technologies.
4. Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to an educational setting.
5. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
6. Experience with common IAM solutions and platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience working in an educational institution, particularly in a community college environment.
2. Knowledge of specific compliance standards applicable to education, like FERPA.
3. Familiarity with cloud based IAM solutions and directory services.

Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package including:

• paid time off;
• 10 paid holidays;
• medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;
• tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;
• on-site childcare center;
• 403(b) retirement plans; and
• State University Retirement System pension plan.

01

Do you have a Associate's degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in IT system administration, with a focus on security and access control?

• Yes
• No

Required Question