IAM Technical Architect with German

Project Description:

We are looking for an experienced IAM Technical Architect to join a cybersecurity initiative within a highly regulated environment.

The role focuses on designing and governing a robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) architecture, ensuring security, compliance, scalability, and seamless integration across enterprise systems.

As a key technical expert, you will define end-to-end architecture concepts, guide technical decisions, assess risks, and ensure alignment with industry regulations and cybersecurity standards.

This is a highly collaborative role involving close cooperation with client-side architects, security specialists, and other technical stakeholders. The position is focused on technical architecture and solution design rather than business analysis or requirements prioritization.
Required Qualifications:

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10+ years of professional experience in IAM, IGA, cybersecurity architecture, or related security domains.

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Proven experience designing end-to-end IAM/IGA architectures in enterprise environments.

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Experience delivering and designing at least five IAM/IGA architecture implementations.

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Strong understanding of IAM/IGA integration concepts, interface architecture, and system interoperability.

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Experience working within highly regulated industries and compliance-driven environments.

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Strong knowledge of: ISO 27001, BSI IT-Grundschutz, NIS2, KRITIS.

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Experience identifying and managing technical risks, dependencies, and architectural challenges.

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Strong analytical, architectural, and problem-solving skills.

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Experience collaborating with multiple technical stakeholder groups and large-scale enterprise environments.

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Fluent German (C1/C2 level) required for project delivery and client communication.

Nice to Have:

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Experience in the energy, utilities, or critical infrastructure sectors.

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Previous involvement in KRITIS-regulated environments.

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Consulting background within complex IAM/IGA transformation or implementation programs.

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Experience with large-scale identity modernization initiatives.

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Familiarity with cloud-based IAM ecosystems and hybrid identity architectures.

Scope of Services:

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Design, develop, and continuously improve the overall IAM/IGA architecture.

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Create technical solution concepts and define integration strategies for IAM/IGA ecosystems.

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Ensure a coherent and scalable end-to-end architecture across all identity-related services and platforms.

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Design interfaces and integration mechanisms between IAM/IGA solutions and connected enterprise applications.

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Identify architectural risks, dependencies, technical constraints, and mitigation strategies.

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Ensure architectural compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, including: ISO 27001, BSI IT-Grundschutz, NIS2, KRITIS.

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Collaborate with client-side architects, security experts, and technical teams to drive architectural decisions.

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Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance throughout the entire solution lifecycle.

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Support governance processes and ensure architectural consistency across the program.

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Review solution designs and recommend improvements in line with security and compliance requirements.

Originally posted on Himalayas