IAM Manager
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2 days ago
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Job Summary
Location Krakow
Why is this job for you:
The Manager of Identity Services will be responsible for overseeing identity governance and privileged access management (PAM) initiatives across the organisation.
This role involves leading efforts to ensure secure compliant and efficient management of user identities access rights and privileged accounts in a complex multinational environment.
Reporting directly to the Head of Security Operations the Manager will collaborate closely with the Security Programme Delivery team to build and mature the Identity Services team. This includes developing processes defining key objectivessuch as achieving and maintaining a high Microsoft Identity Scoreand establishing clear responsibilities to support organisational security goals.
The position demands a strategic mindset technical expertise and the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced global setting.
You will:
Team Building and Leadership
Work collaboratively with the Security Programme Delivery team to recruit onboard and develop a high-performing Identity Services team
Define team structure roles and responsibilities to align with organizational objectives
Foster a culture of continuous improvement mentorship and knowledge sharing within the team
Process Development and Optimization
Design implement and refine identity management processes including onboarding/offboarding workflows access reviews and compliance reporting
Establish standardized procedures for identity governance and PAM to ensure consistency across global operations
Objective Setting and Performance Metrics
Define and track key objectives such as improving the Microsoft Identity Score through enhanced Azure AD configurations conditional access policies and identity protection measures
Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor team performance identity health and risk mitigation efforts
Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
Lead the implementation and management of identity governance solutions to control user identities and access rights throughout the organisation
Utilize SailPoint IdentityIQ or similar tools to automate identity lifecycle management including provisioning de-provisioning and role-based access control (RBAC)
Conduct regular access certification campaigns enforce least-privilege principles and integrate with enterprise directories (e.g. Active Directory Azure AD) to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as GDPR SOX and ISO 27001 by maintaining accurate identity data and audit trails
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Oversee the deployment and operation of PAM solutions using CyberArk to secure privileged accounts credentials and sessions. Implement just-in-time access password rotation and session monitoring to protect critical systems and infrastructure
Develop strategies for discovering onboarding and managing privileged accounts across on-premises cloud and hybrid environments
Respond to incidents involving privileged access breaches and collaborate with incident response teams to enhance PAM controls.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
Partner with IT HR compliance and business units to align identity services with organizational needs
Coordinate with the Security Programme Delivery team on projects involving identity integration for new applications mergers/acquisitions and cloud migrations
Provide expert guidance on identity-related risks and recommend solutions to senior leadership
Technology Implementation and Innovation
Support the evaluation select and integrate identity tools and technologies with a focus on SailPoint for IGA and CyberArk for PAM
Stay abreast of emerging trends in identity management such as zero-trust architectures and AI-driven threat detection to recommend enhancements that improve security posture.
Risk Management and Compliance
Identify and assess identity-related risks develop mitigation plans and ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations
Conduct audits vulnerability assessments and penetration testing focused on identity systems
Prepare reports and presentations for the Head of Security Operations and executive stakeholders on identity program status and achievements
Incident Response and Continuous Improvement
Support security incident investigations related to identity and access issues
Lead root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions
Drive initiatives for process automation tool optimization and training to elevate the maturity of identity services
You have:
Bachelors degree
Fluency in English
Technical Expertise:
Proven experience with SailPoint IdentityIQ for identity governance and administration including workflow customization connector integration and compliance reporting
Hands-on familiarity with CyberArk for privileged access management such as Enterprise Password Vault Privileged Session Manager and Application Access Manager
Strong knowledge of Microsoft identity technologies including Azure Active Directory and experience in improving Microsoft Identity Score metrics
Security Knowledge:
Deep understanding of identity and access management principles including RBAC ABAC multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO)
Familiarity with security frameworks like NIST CIS and zero-trust models
Demonstrated ability to build and lead technical teams in a multinational environment. Experience in process design objective setting and performance management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse stakeholders
Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic global organization
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
DS Smith is an international packaging company, offering sustainable, plastic-free packaging, integrated recycling services, and sustainable paper products.
