IAM Engineer

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IAM Engineer responsible for managing identity and access solutions. Supporting security, automation, and improving processes for a regulated financial environment.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeCottage Grove • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provision & Manage Access by executing user access provisioning, modification, and deprovisioning accurately and efficiently, ensuring appropriate access across systems while reducing risk.
Automate for Efficiency by developing and enhancing scripts and workflows that expand automated IAM processes, improving scalability, consistency, and operational efficiency.
Optimize Identity Lifecycle Processes through consistent execution and continuous refinement of onboarding, transfer, and offboarding activities to reduce manual intervention and improve accuracy.
Support Identity Platforms by maintaining and improving systems such as Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Duo to ensure secure, reliable authentication with minimal disruption.
Strengthen Access Controls by supporting role-based access control (RBAC) models and enforcing least privilege principles across systems and applications.
Monitor & Mitigate Risk by identifying access anomalies, investigating issues, and remediating misconfigurations to reduce security risk.
Maintain Audit Readiness by supporting access reviews, audit requests, and regulatory requirements (NCUA, FFIEC) with thorough and accurate documentation.
Collaborate Across Teams by partnering with Infrastructure and Application teams to ensure access is provisioned correctly and processes align with organizational needs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
5+ years of progressive experience within relevant IT roles
2+ years of experience in identity and access management, systems administration, or cybersecurity (or equivalent combination of experience, education, and certifications)
Foundational understanding of IAM concepts, including identity lifecycle, authentication, and access control
Experience or familiarity with Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID (user and group administration)
Understanding of authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect
Basic knowledge of MFA, SSO, and conditional access concepts
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues in Windows-based and hybrid identity environments
Strong attention to detail in security-sensitive processes
Ability to follow defined procedures while identifying opportunities for improvement and automation
Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for IAM automation and process improvement
Familiarity with additional scripting languages (e.g., Python) is highly desirable
Experience or exposure to identity platforms such as Active Directory, Entra ID, and Duo Security
Familiarity with hybrid identity environments and directory synchronization tools (e.g., Entra Connect)
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation
Interest in or progress toward certifications such as Microsoft SC-300 or CompTIA Security+

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent health insurance options to support you and your family
401(k) with employer match to help invest in your future
Generous paid time off so you can recharge and maintain balance
Paid holidays and wellness-focused benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and technical development
A people-first culture that values collaboration, inclusion, and impact
And more benefits designed to support you—at work and beyond

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Hard Skills & Tools

identity and access managementsystems administrationcybersecurityPowerShell scriptingPythonauthentication protocolsrole-based access controlmulti-factor authenticationsingle sign-ondirectory synchronization

Soft Skills

attention to detailtroubleshootingprocess improvementautomationcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingdocumentation

Certifications

Microsoft SC-300CompTIA Security+