Identity and Access Management Consultant

Key Responsibilities: 

• For each project, understand the client's business processes, security policies, and compliance requirements to be able to design IAM solutions that meet the client's objectives. 
• Develop and implement IAM architecture that includes access control, authentication, identity management, and ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and meet the client's requirements. 
• Maintain technical currency for the latest IAM tools and solutions, assess their suitability for the client's requirements, and recommend solutions that meet their needs. 
• Conduct IAM assessments of the client's existing IAM infrastructure, identify risks and vulnerabilities, and recommend remediation strategies to address these issues. 
• Work with clients to develop IAM policies and procedures that comply with regulatory requirements and align with their business objectives. 
• Provide technical guidance and support to clients throughout the IAM solution lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, and post-implementation support. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Previous experience working in or with higher education institutions is preferred. 
• 5+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management consulting.  
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field (related industry experience will be considered in place of a degree). 
• Experience developing and implementing IAM architectures, including access control, authentication, and identity management.  
• Knowledge of IAM technologies and solutions, including Active Directory, LDAP, SSO, and multi-factor authentication, including their strengths and weaknesses. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple clients and projects at one time. 
• SAML and CAS expertise to configure services, manage and troubleshoot IdP (user store, claim configuration), and manage certificates.  
• Knowledge and experience working with IdP solutions such as Ellucian Ethos Identity, WSO2 Identity Server, Shibboleth Identity Provider, Apereo CAS, QuickLaunch, PortalGuard, Entra ID, ADFS, and Okta. 
• Experience with the LDAP protocol and working with a directory server (such as Active Directory, OpenDJ/Open LDAP, etc) to configure, deploy, and manage the environment. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Ellucian Products & Single-Sign-On Configuration. 
• Experience with Ellucian User Provisioning (EUP). 
• Significant experience working with IAM tools including InCommon Trusted Access Platform, Shibboleth, Grouper, Midpoint, Comanage, Microsoft Identity Manager, and Entra ID.  
• Technical skills working with Java and Java Server Pages. 
• Knowledge and experience working a variety of multi-factor authentication (MFA) products to design, test and deploy solutions depending upon clients requirements. 
• Knowledge of the SPML framework will be helpful in this position. 
• Experience working with RESTFUL APIs will be helpful. 
• CIAM, CISSP or CISM certifications are important. 

Compensation & Benefits: 

Starting salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000 depending on individual skills and experience.  

• Remote (with possible travel for onsite client engagements) 
• Flexible hours 
• Annual bonus
• Medical, vision and dental 
• Flexible spending/Health savings account 
• PTO, Sick and holiday pay 
• Life insurance 
• Retirement 401(k) 5% employer contributions
• Professional Development opportunities  
• Monthly Connectivity stipend