Colorado School of Mines
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IAMEngineer
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“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.
Troubleshoot complex technical issues; Evaluate solution options
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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