Senior Systems Engineer Identity Access Management

As a Senior IAM Engineer you will lead the evolution and optimisation of our Ping Identity and Microsoft Entra ID platforms delivering secure scalable and automated identity solutions across a complex enterprise environment. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you will partner closely with customer stakeholders to uplift IAM capability and drive best-practice outcomes across authentication access and identity governance.

You will take ownership of key platform improvement initiatives champion automation and strengthen integration across the broader IAM ecosystem. While Ping Identity is the primary focus this role will also contribute to Privileged Access Management and Identity Governance platforms providing variety depth and end-to-end IAM exposure.

This is a hybrid opportunity open to candidates located in Sydney Melbourne or Perth. As the service matures the role will move to a 24/7 rotational on-call support model.

Responsibilities will Include:

• Leading operating and optimising the Ping Identity platform in an enterprise environment
• Designing and supporting identity services across PingFederate PingAccess PingID and PingDirectory
• Managing and integrating Microsoft Entra ID including conditional access identity lifecycle and hybrid identity scenarios
• Contributing to CyberArk PAM and/or Saviynt/SailPoint IGA platforms including onboarding enhancement and operational support
• Supporting and maintaining integrations with upstream and downstream systems such as HR platforms and enterprise applications
• Monitoring and continuously improving IAM platforms supporting large-scale identity populations (40K identities)
• Embedding strong security controls aligned to least privilege zero trust and identity-first security principles
• Supporting incident response technical change and continuous service improvement initiatives
• Acting as a trusted technical advisor to stakeholders across security infrastructure and business teams

What you Will Bring to the Table:

• Strong hands-on experience with Ping Identity in a production enterprise environment (essential)
• Proven experience with Microsoft Entra ID Azure AD and hybrid identity architectures
• Hands-on exposure to CyberArk PAM and/or Saviynt or SailPoint IGA platforms
• Solid understanding of authentication federation MFA access governance and identity lifecycle management
• Scripting and automation capability using PowerShell Python or similar tooling
• Experience integrating IAM platforms with HR systems and enterprise applications
• Working knowledge of ITIL and change management practices
• Strong problem-solving skills stakeholder engagement capability and a proactive improvement-focused mindset
• Willingness to participate in a rotational on-call support roster

Highly Regarded:

• Certifications or formal training in Ping Identity Microsoft Entra ID CyberArk Saviynt or SailPoint
• Experience working in large regulated or complex enterprise environments

About Kinetic IT

Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace Cloud Cyber Security Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities.

For more than 25 years weve partnered with some of Australias most important organisations helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government critical infrastructure education law enforcement defence emergency services utilities and transport.

BE YOU CREATE THE FUTURE

At Kinetic IT were driven by a shared passion for technology customer success and community impact.

With over 1500 talented people working across Australia we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch helping shape the future of tech here and beyond.

We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where youre safe to be your best real self. We tackle challenges together celebrate success together and make sure everyone feels valued supported and proud of the work they do.

As an equal opportunity employer we welcome people of all abilities backgrounds cultures and genders. Were proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.

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• Growth-focused culture Formal training mentoring vendor exam support communities of practice and regular development reviews.
• Advance your career Access new roles via our internal Opportunity Marketplace careers hub.
• Flex your work Hybrid options flexible hours mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
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• Wellbeing matters Health and wellness resources tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
• Other Perks- Access to our employee discounts platform discounted gym membership and more.

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