Security – Identity & Access Management (IAM)

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Role Overview

We are seeking an IAM Associate Manager to join our Accenture Security practice in Riyadh. This role is ideal for a seasoned IAM professional who combines strong technical expertise with delivery leadership and client-facing experience, contributing to large-scale identity transformation and security programs across the Middle East.

Functions to Be Performed

• Lead the design and delivery of Identity & Access Management (IAM) solutions, including identity governance, access lifecycle management, and authentication services
• Act as a technical lead for IAM platforms, ensuring secure integration with enterprise applications, cloud platforms, and directories
• Manage delivery teams and oversee day-to-day execution, ensuring quality, timelines, and compliance with security standards
• Engage with client stakeholders to translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable IAM architectures

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end IAM implementations covering Joiner–Mover–Leaver (JML) processes, access requests, certifications, role engineering, and segregation of duties
• Lead and support implementation and/or operations of IAM technologies such as SailPoint, Saviynt, Azure AD / Entra ID, Active Directory, CyberArk, Okta, Ping
• Define IAM architectures aligned with Zero Trust, least privilege, and compliance frameworks
• Oversee IAM operations, incident resolution, and continuous service improvement activities
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and performance support to team members
• Support solution design, estimations, proposals, and client presentations

Experience

• 8–12 years of overall experience in Identity & Access Management, cybersecurity, or related security domains
• Proven experience leading IAM projects or workstreams in consulting or enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience with IGA, PAM, SSO, MFA, and directory services
• Prior experience managing teams and working directly with senior client stakeholders
• Experience working with regional or global delivery models is highly preferred

Requirements

• Strong understanding of IAM concepts, access governance, and identity lifecycle processes
• Solid knowledge of security standards and regulations such as ISO 27001, SOX, GDPR, or regional compliance frameworks
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• Professional certifications are a plus: SailPoint, Saviynt, Azure Security, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent

Why join us? We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live Next Steps If this sounds like the ideal role, career, and company for you, click below to apply.

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