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Work Location:

100% Remote (Preference for candidates located in the Northeast)

Employment Type:

Contract (6+ Months with Potential for Permanent Conversion)

Compensation:

$50- $60 Hourly while on

Contract Hours:

40 Hours Weekly (Monday - Friday) About the

Opportunity:

Robert Half is partnering with an organization undertaking a large-scale Identity and Access Management (IAM) modernization initiative. The organization is replacing a legacy identity platform with a modern Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solution and is seeking a Lead IAM Engineer to play a key role in the transformation. This individual will serve as the technical lead throughout the implementation, partnering with infrastructure, security, application, and operational teams as well as third-party vendors to ensure a successful deployment. This is a highly visible enterprise initiative that will have a significant impact across the organization.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the technical lead for a large-scale IAM modernization and implementation project Partner with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to design and deploy a modern IAM solution Analyze existing identity infrastructure, workflows, and access management processes Design and implement Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) workflows and best practices Create and optimize Joiner, Mover, and Leaver (JML) processes Design identity lifecycle management, provisioning, and de-provisioning workflows Integrate IAM solutions with Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and other enterprise systems Develop IAM architecture, access governance models, and role-based access controls Assist with the migration and modernization of legacy identity management environments Work closely with security, infrastructure, HR, and business teams to align identity processes with business requirements Provide technical guidance and mentorship to IAM and security team members Support post-implementation administration, optimization, and ongoing platform enhancements Participate in vendor workshops, architecture reviews, and project planning activities

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of hands-on Identity and Access Management (IAM) experience Experience leading or significantly contributing to IAM or IGA implementation projects Strong understanding of Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) principles Experience designing Joiner, Mover, and Leaver (JML) workflows Experience with identity lifecycle management, provisioning, and access governance Experience integrating IAM platforms with Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID Experience working within large enterprise environments Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, RBAC, SSO, and MFA technologies Experience working directly with vendors and implementation partners Strong communication, leadership, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience migrating from legacy IAM platforms to modern IAM or IGA solutions Experience with platforms such as Fischer Identity, SailPoint, Saviynt, Omada, Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM), or Oracle Identity Manager Experience designing enterprise IAM architecture and governance frameworks Experience supporting highly regulated environments Experience integrating IAM platforms with HR, directory, and cloud-based systems Previous experience serving as a technical lead or mentoring junior engineers Experience working on enterprise-wide security or identity transformation initiatives Technical Environment Identity & Access Management (IAM) Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Active Directory Microsoft Entra ID Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Single Sign-On (SSO) Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Identity Lifecycle Management Provisioning & De-Provisioning Enterprise Security & Compliance Frameworks Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do. ® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .