Principal Security Architect - IAM (senior and hands-...

Title: Principal Security Architect - IAM (senior and hands-on role) Location: Santa Clara, CA 95054 (5 Days Onsite) Duration: Full Time Permanent Key Responsibilities: Engage in and act as an extension of the Client IT team led by the Client IT Security Director/CISO. Lead the definition and execution of the organization's IAM strategy, aligning with the overall enterprise security and technology roadmap. Serve as the top-tier authority on all IAM topics, with an emphasis on integrating cloud and on-premises enterprise architectures. Design scalable, reusable, and forward-thinking IAM solutions that meet current business needs while anticipating future requirements. Establish IAM architectural standards, patterns, and guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across the organization. Champion the adoption of cutting-edge cybersecurity controls across IAM, AppSec, and DevSecOps domains. Provide security thought leadership, consulting and insight into best practices to the Client IT Security team Work with Client IT Security on creating/reviewing/updating the Client security roadmap Review the current Security Architecture and suggest changes and improvements based on Supplier's experience and industry best practices to Customer for review Participate in proof-of-concept projects, including suggesting typical industry best practices Experience managing security infrastructure such as firewalls, IPSs, WAFs, endpoint protection, SIEM and log management technology, IAM, PAM & GRC. Knowledge and Experience The qualified candidate will have: Must work well within a team environment and be results driven to achieve organizational goals Minimum of 12-18 years of relevant information technology: 10 - 12 years demonstrated experience with IT security risk, defences and security technologies. CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Demonstrated experience in the design, development, and implementation of security information processes, procedures, controls, and solutions. Demonstrated adaptation to changing business needs and the ability to work in a variety of different business situations. Education: Minimum bachelor's degree with a desired emphasis in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Computer Engineering.

Created: 2026-03-04