Job Description SUMMARY: The Enterprise IAM Solutions Architect's primary role is to administer, implement, and support identity governance & access technologies at Stride. This role will design, build, and improve systems that keep workforce & privileged identities secure using both cloud native and traditional approaches. You will work closely with other IT professionals, including system engineers and security specialists, to ensure seamless integrations into the overall IT infrastructure. You will troubleshoot IAM and IGA issues, develop creative solutions, and implement IGA and IAM controls, supporting IT IAM Controls testing (SOX and non-SOX). You will also create detailed technical documentation and architectural diagrams to support IAM and PAM initiatives. To be successful in this role, you should have extensive experience in IAM, IGA, and PAM technologies, along with strong project management skills to lead and coordinate projects across multiple teams and stakeholders. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will work closely with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to develop and implement IAM solutions. A solid understanding of IT governance frameworks and compliance with relevant regulations and standards is also crucial. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Design, implement, and maintain Stride's Identity Governance, Management, and Privileged Access Management technologies Enforce company policies and procedures related to IAM, IGA, and PAM Work with other IT team members to ensure seamless integrations into the overall IT infrastructure Troubleshoot IAM & IGA issues and develop creative solutions to solve problems Lead IAM, IGA, & PAM projects from start to finish, including developing project plans, coordinating resources, and managing timelines Create detailed technical documentation and architectural diagrams to support IAM and PAM initiatives Provide expert guidance on how to manage workforce identity management best practices Lead the deployment and integration of IAM solutions, ensuring alignment with FERPA regulatory standards and best practices Consider how different elements of business, information and technology architectures can be used to solution for a specific problem Responsible for following standards, architectural and process with regards to the overall security architecture Interface across multiple business areas to coordinate deliverables, build consensus and influence outcomes Manage the tasks and activities that are involved with the successful implementation of your designed solution Consult on highly complex projects requiring in-depth knowledge across multiple business areas Ensure compliance of principles, strategies, frameworks and standards for solutions across the enterprise Monitor regulatory environment for impact on security and IT risk programs and initiatives Stay up to date on the latest trends and best practices Supervisory Responsibilities: This position initially has no formal supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Five (5) years of experience in IAM solutions design, development, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale systems across multiple platforms Documented experience and a solid understanding of identity lifecycle management, credential management, role-based access, and identity governance are required Equivalent combination of education and experience, including prior relevant military service experience. Certificates and Licenses: None required. OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrable experience with identity management & administration tools and practices Prior in-depth experience with Active Directory, Entra ID, Workday, and SailPoint required Experience with application design and consulting experience on IAM functions like user life cycle ma
