Sr. Security Engineer - IAM

Description
Position Description:
The IAM Senior Engineer will be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive solutions to our internal and external customers. This role will have hands-on architectural and engineering responsibilities as well as technical leadership and expert level troubleshooting duties.

Position Responsibilities:

• This role will have a focus on supporting and enhancing federation, authentication technologies and their associated protocols (i.e. SAML, OIDC, oAuth, LDAP, MFA)
• In this role you will also support other strategic IAM functions like lifecycle management, access management and privileged identity management
• Design, implement and support highly automated, reliable and available IAM solutions
• Deliver IAM systems which elevate security and compliance for in-house developed and commercial off-the-shelf applications
• Lead emerging trend research, orchestrate product evaluations, and select the latest industry standards and tools
• Provide advanced troubleshooting, participate in on-call rotation, and develop solutions and processes to eliminate off hours support calls
• Assist in the automation of manual tasks
• Development of process documentation and standard, policies, procedures, and baselines
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate collection and analysis of technical requirements based on critical projects IAM use cases and expectations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 3-5 years of applications support or equivalent experience with a specialization in IAM platforms and tools
• Development experience in either an object oriented or scripting language (Powershell, Unix Shell)
• Experience with LDAP directories and relational databases (e.g., AD, eDirectory, Oracle DB, SQL Server)
• Experience with Authentication and Authorization mechanisms and protocols (SAML, RBAC/ABAC, OAuth/Open ID Connect, 2FA/MFA, adaptive/contextual/passwordless authentication)
• Strong familiarity with security issues surrounding Identity Access Management and experience in implementation of security systems and controls.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of information security components, principles, practices, and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to work across a broad range of technologies to deliver complex solutions
• Ability to succinctly articulate complex technical issues with both technicians and business sponsors
• Effective time management skills demonstrated by successful and timely completion of projects
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Knowledge of applicable audit controls and applicability to IAM services architecture, design, and processes.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and troubleshooting skills
• High level critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude, self-starter with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to lead working groups - able to negotiate and create consensus
• Ability to compose and present material to communicate difficult concepts and gain consensus
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with multiple goals
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to deal diplomatically and effectively at all levels of the organization including both technical and non-technical, management and senior leadership

Experience:

• Hands-on experience developing and deploying large-scale enterprise Identity & Access Management solutions
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following technologies: Active Directory, LDAP, Federation, MFA and associated protocols (i.e. SAML, OIDC, oAuth, LDAP, MFA)
• Other IAM technology exposure is a plus: Identity Lifecycle Management, Privileged Identity Management
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Formal Education & Certification

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or equivalent is a plus
• Information Systems Security certifications (e.g. Security+, Network+, GCIA, GCIH, CISSP, CEH, etc.) are a plus

#LI-Hybrid #LI-MFE
CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The salary range for this role is $121,400-$202,300. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant). Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our Benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active Pension Plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic Benefits package for our team and their dependents.

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