Head - Identity and Access Management (Cyber Security)

Responsibilities

IDAM Strategy & Solution Delivery

• Develop and implement scalable, secure, and compliance-driven IDAM frameworks tailored to client needs.
• Lead end-to-end execution of IDAM projects, from requirements gathering and architecture design to deployment and post-implementation support.
• Ensure solutions align with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging cybersecurity trends.

Client Engagement & Advisory

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their security needs and recommending the right IDAM strategies.
• Collaborate closely with CISOs, CIOs, and security teams to design customized access control solutions.
• Drive long-term client relationships by ensuring high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement.

Operational Excellence & Service Delivery

• Establish efficient workflows, processes, and governance models for seamless IDAM implementation and management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality, scalability, and automation in IDAM solutions.
• Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and compliance adherence to ensure high standards of delivery.

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor IDAM engineering teams in deploying best-in-class authentication, authorization, and access control solutions.
• Oversee the integration of IAM, PAM, SSO, MFA, and Zero Trust architectures into client environments.
• Provide technical leadership on complex IDAM challenges, ensuring risk mitigation and security compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with cybersecurity, cloud, IT infrastructure, and compliance teams to ensure seamless IDAM integration.
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to support pre-sales, RFPs, and solution proposals for clients.
• Stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity threats and drive innovation in IDAM service offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field; relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, or IAM-related) preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in IDAM service delivery, cybersecurity consulting, or enterprise security architecture, with a strong focus on OT/IT environments.
• Deep expertise in IAM, PAM, MFA, SSO, Zero Trust, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale IDAM projects for enterprise clients.
• Strong leadership, client management, and strategic problem-solving abilities.