IAM Security Engineer

Brandwatch
Sofia
Remote

Who this role is best for

Geared toward IAM engineers comfortable with Okta technologies and federated identity protocols, working in a global, collaborative environment with a focus on compliance and security.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on Okta experience and a background in SAML and OIDC federation protocols
    — “Strong background experience with SAML and OIDC federation protocols”
  • Individuals who have managed enterprise identity lifecycle processes and cloud integrations
    — “Manage identity lifecycle processes (Joiner, Mover, Leaver) across enterprise systems”
  • Professionals with a history of contributing to IAM roadmaps and strategic initiatives
    — “Contribute to the development of IAM roadmaps and strategic initiatives”

Things to consider

  • The role may require cross-functional collaboration with security, infrastructure, and application teams globally
    — “collaborate with global teams across security, infrastructure, and application development”
  • Certifications in Okta, CISSP, or Azure Security are advantageous but not mandatory
    — “Relevant certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, CISSP, Azure Security Engineer) are a plus”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Okta Workflows and SCIM provisioning in your resume and interviews
    — “Familiarity with Okta Workflows, API integrations, and SCIM provisioning”
  • Emphasize your ability to support audits and compliance frameworks like SOC2 and ISO27001
    — “Support audits, compliance initiatives (e.g., SOC2, ISO27001), and security assessments”
  • Showcase scripting automation skills in PowerShell or Python for IAM-related tasks
    — “Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python)”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • design and implement IAM solutions using Okta
  • manage identity lifecycle processes
  • integrate Okta with cloud platforms and directory services
  • support audits and compliance initiatives
Typical background
IAM engineersecurity engineer

Skills & requirements

Required

IAMOktaSAMLOIDCScripting

Preferred

CisspAzure Security Engineer

Stack & domain

OktaSAMLOIDCPowershellPythonOkta Certified ProfessionalCisspAzure Security Engineer

About the role

Original posting from Brandwatch via Greenhouse

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. 

Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. 

Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. 

Cision is a global leader in media intelligence and communications solutions. Our InfoSec team is expanding to meet the growing demands of a secure, scalable, and resilient identity infrastructure. We are seeking a skilled IAM Security Engineer to help us build and maintain a robust identity and access management ecosystem across our global footprint, with a strong focus on Okta technologies.

As an IAM Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining identity and access management solutions using Okta as our primary platform. You will collaborate with global teams across security, infrastructure, and application development to ensure IAM policies and technologies align with business and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement IAM solutions using Okta, including SSO, MFA, and lifecycle management.

Manage identity lifecycle processes (Joiner, Mover, Leaver) across enterprise systems.

Integrate Okta with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure AD, AWS IAM), directory services (e.g. Active Directory) and third-party applications.

Support audits, compliance initiatives (e.g., SOC2, ISO27001), and security assessments.

Monitor and respond to IAM-related incidents and vulnerabilities.

Define and enforce access policies and role-based access controls (RBAC) within Okta as well as maintain our existing IdP instances.

Contribute to the development of IAM roadmaps and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

3–5 years of experience in IAM engineering or related security roles.

Relevant certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, CISSP, Azure Security Engineer) are a plus

Strong background experience with SAML and OIDC federation protocols and working with various federated Identity Providers such as Okta.

Familiarity with Okta Workflows, API integrations, and SCIM provisioning.

Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python).

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ISO27001, SOC2).

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

Relevant certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, CISSP, Azure Security Engineer) are a plus.

Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today's data driven world. Our deep expertise, exclusive data partnerships, and award-winning products, including CisionOne, Brandwatch, and PR Newswire, enable over 75,000 companies and organizations, including 84% of the Fortune 500, to see and be seen, understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.

Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.

Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr.support@cision.com

Cision, Inc. "the Company" only communicates with candidates and extends job offers through direct channels, not third parties.

Please review our Global Candidate Data Privacy Statement to learn about Cision’s commitment to protecting personal data collected during the hiring process. 

Source: Brandwatch careers (Greenhouse)

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