Colorado School of Mines

Education

IAMEngineer

$101–112k Golden, Colorado, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“IAM Engineer at Colorado School of Mines. Skills: Single Sign-On, Multi-factor Authentication, Okta. Design enterprise IAM services. Implement enterprise IAM services”

What You'll Achieve.

Enable secure access; Enable reliable access; Advance identity services; Deliver solutions aligned with best practices; Support scalable service delivery; Support consistent service delivery; Support secure service delivery; Support appropriate access; Support operational efficiency; Improve usability; Strengthen sustainability

Industry & Context.

Education
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot complex technical issues; Evaluate solution options

Eligibility Requirements

Commute to campus, Background investigation

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience, 5+ years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or IAM, 4+ years of hands-on experience implementing, configuring, and supporting enterprise IAM platforms and related services, Experience with scripting, APIs, or automation tools, Hands-on experience with enterprise IAM technologies and protocols, Working knowledge of IAM architecture and core identity services, Knowledge of information security principles and access governance practices, Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues

Nice to Have

Okta certification

What You'll Do.

Design enterprise IAM services

Implement enterprise IAM services

Administer enterprise IAM services

Improve enterprise IAM services

Configure IAM platforms

Maintain IAM platforms

Document IAM platforms

Lead SSO integrations

Support SSO integrations

Lead MFA integrations

Support MFA integrations

Troubleshoot IAM-related issues

Implement IAM enhancements

Optimize IAM services

Create technical documentation

Maintain knowledge base content

Provide knowledge transfer

Provide training to support staff

Collaborate with IT teams

Align identity services with requirements

Enhance IAM solutions

Develop role-based access models

Refine identity lifecycle standards

Refine access governance practices

Evaluate current-state services

Evaluate authentication patterns

Identify modernization opportunities

Provide guidance to support staff

Provide guidance to partners

Communicate planned maintenance

Communicate service disruptions

Engage with campus partners

Share knowledge with community

Support service improvement

Participate in working groups

Participate in communities of practice

Participate in institutional initiatives

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Stakeholders across IT; Institutional stakeholders; Campus stakeholders; IT teams; Support staff; System administrators; Broader professional community

Communication Scope

Knowledge transfer; Training; Guidance; Communicate maintenance; Communicate disruptions; Share knowledge

Full Job Description

**Engineering a world of possibilities** The Identity Access Management (IAM) Engineer designs, implements, and supports enterprise identity services that enable secure, reliable access to university systems, data, and applications. This role engineers and administers IAM solutions across the institution, including single sign-on (SSO) integrations for applications at Mines, authentication services, directory integrations, and identity lifecycle processes. The IAM Engineer advances identity services through automation, scalable design, and continuous improvement, and partners with stakeholders across IT and the institution to deliver solutions aligned with security, compliance, and operational best practices. This position currently operates in a hybrid work model with regular campus presence required. Work arrangements are subject to change based on institutional needs. The successful candidate must be able to commute to campus in Golden, Colorado. **Primary Responsibilities** **IDENTITY SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION** * Design, implement, administer, and continuously improve enterprise IAM services and integrations that protect institutional systems, data, and applications. * Configure and maintain IAM platforms, authentication services, directory services, and related integrations, including documentation, configuration standards, and operational procedures. * Lead and support single sign-on (SSO) and multifactor authentication (MFA) integrations for applications at Mines through the university’s enterprise identity platform, Okta, in partnership with vendors and campus stakeholders. * Troubleshoot and resolve IAM-related issues, implement enhancements, and optimize services to improve reliability, performance, and user experience while minimizing technical debt. * Create and maintain technical documentation, knowledge base content, and operational guidance, and provide knowledge transfer and training to support staff, system administrators, and other IT partners. * Coll

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