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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Director, Identity and Access Management Engineer to join our Information Security Division team. This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA .

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: 

  • Architect and Deliver Scalable IAM Solutions: Lead the design, development, and deployment of SailPoint IIQ/ISC and related integrations to enable secure and compliant identity lifecycle management across the enterprise.
  • Technology and Security Governance: Establish and enforce development standards, security controls, and code review processes in alignment with internal risk management, audit, and compliance requirements (e.g., SOC1, SOX, FFIEC, GLBA).
  • Strategic Partnership and Roadmapping: Collaborate with senior technology and business leaders to define and execute the IAM strategy, roadmap, and modernization initiatives supporting digital banking and regulatory readiness.
  • Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Drive efficiency through automation, reusable frameworks, and continuous integration practices that improve speed-to-market while maintaining compliance and control.

 

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

  • 15+ years of progressive experience in software engineering for IAM solution development, including 5+ years of direct experience with SailPoint IdentityIQ and ISC
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required, advanced degree preferred 
  • Proven full-stack development expertise leveraging Java, Beanshell, REST/SOAP APIs, and relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL).
  • Experience integrating SailPoint IIQ/ISC with directory services (Active Directory, LDAP), SSO/MFA solutions, and enterprise cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
  • Solid understanding of financial regulatory frameworks impacting IAM (e.g., SOC1, SOX, GLBA, PCI DSS) and risk-based access controls.
  • Hands-on experience implementing custom connectors, role models, and provisioning workflows within SailPoint.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, Azure DevOps) and agile software delivery practices.
  • Strong knowledge of information security, identity governance, and least-privilege access principles.

 

People Leadership requirement:

  • Lead and develop a team of SailPoint engineers and full-stack developers, ensuring alignment with strategic business and security objectives.
  • Foster a high-performing, inclusive, and accountable team culture emphasizing technical excellence, innovation, and professional development.
  • Provide thought leadership on identity security trends, regulatory impacts, and emerging technologies relevant to financial services.
  • Collaborate closely with risk, compliance, audit, and cybersecurity teams to ensure controls are embedded in solution design and execution.