IAM Compliance Specialist

The IAM Compliance Specialist role requires a mid-level professional with a solid foundation in Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles and compliance frameworks. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree, reflecting a strong educational background that supports understanding of regulatory requirements and security standards. The role demands practical experience in managing IAM policies, ensuring adherence to internal controls, and aligning access management with organizational compliance mandates. Key competencies include knowledge of relevant regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, or similar standards depending on the industry, and the ability to conduct audits, risk assessments, and compliance reporting related to user access and identity governance. The specialist should be proficient in working with IAM tools and platforms to monitor, enforce, and document compliance activities, as well as collaborating with IT, security, and audit teams to remediate issues and implement best practices. Strong analytical skills are essential for interpreting compliance data and identifying potential vulnerabilities or policy gaps. Additionally, effective communication skills are necessary to articulate compliance requirements and findings to stakeholders at various levels. Overall, the ideal candidate combines technical knowledge of IAM systems with a thorough understanding of compliance requirements, enabling the organization to maintain secure and compliant identity and access controls.