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Senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist

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Position: Senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist

Experience: 15+ Years (10+ Years with ForgeRock / PingOne Identity Cloud)

Location: [London, Hybrid]

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist with over 15 years of professional experience, including 10+ years specializing in ForgeRock and PingOne Identity Cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for delivering secure and scalable identity solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, setup, configuration, and deployment of PingOne Identity Cloud environments.
  • Implement and manage ForgeRock solutions including OpenAM, OpenDJ, OpenIDM, and OpenIG.
  • Take ownership of project deliverables and lead IAM teams to successful execution.
  • Develop and enforce best practices for identity lifecycle management, authentication, authorization, and federation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IAM solutions with various applications and platforms.
  • Develop custom scripts and applications using languages such as Java, Groovy, Python, or JavaScript to extend and automate IAM functionalities.
  • Manage and maintain directory services (LDAP) and database integrations.
  • Ensure compliance with web protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, REST, SOAP) and security standards (OAuth, SAML, JWT).
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and support to team members.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of experience in IT with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience with ForgeRock and PingOne Identity Cloud.
  • Proficiency in configuring and administering ForgeRock OpenAM, OpenDJ, OpenIDM, and OpenIG solutions.
  • Strong understanding of identity lifecycle processes, authentication and authorization mechanisms, and federation protocols.
  • Experience with programming and scripting languages: Java, Groovy, Python, JavaScript.
  • In-depth knowledge of LDAP directory services and database management.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard web protocols and security frameworks (OAuth 2.0, SAML, OpenID Connect, JWT).
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and manage projects independently or collaboratively.
  • Project management skills are a strong plus.

Preferred Certifications:

  • ForgeRock Certified Specialist/Professional
  • Ping Identity Certified Professional
  • Relevant IAM or Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.)

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