Identity and Access Management Analyst
Clearwater, SC - USA
Job Summary
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Job Summary
AmeriLife is seeking a detail-oriented and security-minded IAM Analyst to join our growing cybersecurity team. This role will support the design implementation and ongoing management of identity and access controls across our hybrid enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with security leadership to enhance our Zero Trust strategy enforce least privilege and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks such as SOX HIPAA and NYDFS.This position is critical to maturing our identity governance program and supporting both current and legacy security initiatives including phishing-resistant authentication privileged account auditing MFA enforcement and identity lifecycle automation across Azure AD Microsoft 365 and integrated SaaS platforms.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and enhance IAM tools and processes including Azure AD Conditional Access MFA SSO and privileged access workflows.
- Develop implement and continuouslyoptimizeConditional Access policies and related Microsoft security controls to enforce Zero Trust principles minimize risk exposure and support secure access to cloud and on-premises resources.
- Implement andmaintainphishing-resistant authentication mechanisms (e.g. FIDO2 certificate-based authentication) across critical systems and high-risk user groups.
- Establish and manage privileged access management (PAM) controls including auditing alerting and reporting on privileged account activity.
- Implement andmaintainidentity lifecycle management processesincluding provisioning access changes and deprovisioningaligned with role-based access control (RBAC) and least privilege principles.
- Monitor and respond to identity-related security events including anomalous sign-ins MFA bypass attempts and privilege escalations.
- Collaborate with IT HR and business units to ensureaccurateprovisioning and deprovisioning across systems.
- Maintain and improve accessreviewand certification processes to meet SOX ITGC and other regulatory requirements.
- Document IAM procedures workflows and technical configurations to support audit readiness and operational transparency.
- Participate in IAM-related projects including integrations with new SaaS platforms mergers/acquisitions and Zero Trust initiatives.
- Assist with IAM metrics and reporting to support security KPIs and executive dashboards.
Qualifications:
- 3 years of experience in identity and access management preferably in a hybrid cloud environment.
- Hands-on experience with Azure Active Directory Microsoft 365 security Conditional Access and MFA.
- Familiarity with IAM concepts such as RBAC identity lifecycle automation SSO PAM and identity federation.
- Experience implementing phishing-resistant authentication technologies and privileged account auditing.
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks including SOX HIPAA GLBA and NYDFS Part 500.
- Experience with identity governance tools is a plus.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a security-first mindset.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Preferred Certifications:
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
- ISC2:Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
- CompTIA:Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA)
What AmeriLife Offers
A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO medical dental vision retirement savings disability insurance and life insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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Pay Transparency Statement
We are committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills qualifications experience and market factors. Where required by law the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information such as benefits bonuses and commissions will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about discussing or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.
Background Screening Statement
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening which may include employment verification education verification criminal history check and other job-related inquiries as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.
Required Experience:
IC