Senior IAM System Administrator and Engineer University of California, Riverside - 4.3 Riverside, CA Job Details Full-time $108,262.80 - $206,106.48 a year 13 hours ago Qualifications Technical editing Systems integration Content creation for technical audiences Data Integration (Data management) Operating systems IT user and group management Team leadership IT system monitoring System performance optimization Digital forensics software Business analysis Software implementation System design Team scheduling Enterprise solutions implementation Managing IT teams Data governance Information & network security team management System design for system development Technology management Application design Data Security (Data management) Incident management operations support Systems engineering Scripting Data conversion Software documentation Operating system security Leading team collaboration initiatives Identity and access management (IAM) architecture design Full Job Description The Senior IAM System Administrator and Engineer is a technical leader responsible for the design, development, and hands-on implementation of complex identity and access management (IAM) solutions, aiming for a 70/30 split between implementation/operations and design/strategy. The IAM solutions include identity governance and administration and identity management federation operations; single sign-on, access management, multi-factor authentication, and other systems and services within Identity & Access Management service offering. The incumbent functions with a high degree of autonomy, focusing on hands-on delivery, collaboration with stakeholders, business analysts, and vendors on implementations, and working with vendors and campus partners on integration with service providers while contributing to strategic direction, mentorship, architecture, and design of complex systems. This role may lead teams, projects, and guide the work of other staff as needed to complete projects or operational assignments and is expected to apply skills and effectively select methods and techniques to obtain solutions as a seasoned, experienced IT professional with a full understanding of current practices and relevant policies and procedures to resolve a wide range of issues. This position is classified as predominantly remote with occasional visits to campus as needed. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). This position is funded on soft funds. Information Technology Solutions has funding for two (2) years for this position. Should funding become available in the future, this position could be extended. The full salary range for the IAM System Administrator and Engineer is $108,262.80 to $206,106.48 annually. However, the pay scale for this position is UP TO $157,184.64 annually. UCR bases salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, UCR is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. degree Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required experience Minimum of 6-10 years of related experience. Required Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. required Required Demonstrated skills associated with adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of how system management actions affect other systems, system users and dependent/related functions. Demonstrated advanced knowledge, skills and abilities associated with system problem identification and resolution. Experience with design, configuration, operation, repair, and tuning of technology systems. Basic knowledge of how to apply technologies and systems to meet business needs. Ability to elicit and communicate technical and non-technical information in a clear and concise manner. Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Demonstrates problem-solving skills. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines. Knowledge of the design, development and application of technology and systems to meet business needs. Advanced knowledge of computer security best practices and policies including demonstrated experience securing most complex server-based software. Advanced experience writing and editing the most complex scripts used to perform system maintenance and administration. General knowledge of other areas of IT. Thorough understanding of and experience with systems-related issues and actions that can be taken to improve or correct performance. Ability to write technical documentation in a clear and concise manner. Understanding of system performance monitoring and actions that can be taken to improve or correct performance. Experience leading a team of IT professionals Advanced knowledge of computer security tools, best practices and policies including demonstrated experience securing server-based software. Advanced knowledge of computer security tools, best practices and policies including demonstrated experience securing server-based software. Demonstrated skill at analyzing and preventing security incidents of high complexity. Strong security skills for protecting the operating system, software, data and hardware Demonstrated skill leading technical teams, including organizing workflow and scheduling assignments. Ability to work independently on complex technical projects as well as on a team of technical professionals and departmental decision-makers Experience in data integration and the specification of data services. Ability to understand and model complex knowledge-intensive processes Familiarity with data quality and governance issues and requirements. Demonstrated knowledge supporting third party applications. Familiarity with the concept of middleware. Familiarity with cloud solutions and or containerization platforms. Familiarity with logical data design and data mapping or data conversion. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization; ability to elicit and communicate technical and non-technical information in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of enterprise identity and access management principles, technologies, and practices. Demonstrated significant experience with directory services like LDAP and Active Directory. Ability to understand business needs and translate them into long-term architecture solutions. In-depth knowledge of various areas of IT. Broad knowledge of the IT environment. Advanced working knowledge of authentication technologies such as SAML, OAuth, ODIC, and Shibboleth Demonstrated advanced knowledge, skills and abilities associated with system problem identification and resolution. Knowledge necessary to design, set up, operate and correct malfunctions involving technology systems. Experience in incident response and digital forensics, including data collection, examination and analysis. Advanced knowledge of business and process analysis functions. Knowledge of the design, development and application of technology and systems to meet business needs. Knowledge of the design, development and application of technology and systems to meet business needs. Required