Introduction
In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of our IAM capabilities. You will work in a collaborative, supportive environment with a focus on growth, innovation, and operational excellence. If you are passionate about driving transformation while managing critical legacy systems, we invite you to join our team and make a lasting impact.
Your role and responsibilities
As the Identity and Access Management (IAM) Platform Architect, you will oversee the maintenance, modernization, and transformation of a legacy mainframe-based IAM tool. This role requires deep technical expertise, innovative problem-solving skills, and a strategic mindset to manage and evolve the platform into a more modern solution that aligns with business goals. You will:
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1. Lead the maintenance and enhancement of the existing IAM platform, ensuring its stability, security, and scalability.
2. Architect and implement strategies to modernize the platform, integrating modern technologies and methodologies while preserving critical legacy capabilities.
3. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the IAM team, fostering knowledge sharing and growth.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, operations, and development, to align IAM strategies with organizational objectives.
5. Drive automation of IAM processes to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
6. Ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies, particularly in identity security and access management.
7. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.
Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
Candidates must have deep expertise in the following areas:
• Mainframe Technologies:
o VM Operating System
o MVS Operating System
o VM/CMS REXX Programming
o CMS Pipelines
o ISPF (Panel Development)
o MVS JCL
o MVS TSO
o RACF Commands
o DIRMAINT
• Database and Query Tools:
o DB2
o SQL/QMF
• Networking Protocols:
o FTP / FTPS
o RSCS
o JES NJE
o AVS
o DRDA
• Programming and Scripting:
o PL/1
Preferred technical and professional experience
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Strong knowledge of access management frameworks and best practices.
• Proven ability to modernize legacy platforms with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical, creative, and business-focused problem-solving skills.
• Experience in mentoring and leading teams.
Additional Expectations:
• Stay updated with emerging trends and technologies in identity and access management.
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Champion the transformation of the IAM platform into a modern, secure, and efficient solution
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