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Pearson Security Engineer III in Bangalore, India
Security Engineer III (IAM / IGA Security Engineer)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled IAM / IGA Security Engineer to design, implement, and operate our enterprise Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) platform. This role plays a critical part in securing access to systems and data while enabling operational efficiency through automation, policy-driven governance, and scalable identity lifecycle management.
The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with IGA platforms—especially MidPoint (preferred) —and excels at designing identity solutions that balance security, compliance, and user experience . You will collaborate closely with Security, IT, HR, and business stakeholders to deliver a modern, resilient IAM ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
IGA Platform Design & Engineering
Design, implement, and maintain Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) solutions using MidPoint or equivalent platforms (SailPoint, Saviynt, Omada)
Configure and customize IGA capabilities:
Identity lifecycle management (Joiner / Mover / Leaver)
Access requests and approvals
Role management and RBAC
Policy enforcement and access certifications
Build and optimize enterprise-grade identity models to support scale, performance, and resiliency
Lead platform upgrades, performance tuning, and continuous improvements
Identity Lifecycle & Access Governance
Design and automate end-to-end identity lifecycle workflows
Implement birthright access models based on role, department, and business needs
Build access request workflows that balance security, compliance, and usability
Implement and manage periodic access certification campaigns
Integrate and govern privileged access via PAM systems and elevated access workflows
Identify and remediate orphaned accounts, excessive privileges, and access risks
Integration & Automation
Develop and support integrations with:
Authoritative identity sources (HR systems)
Directories & IAM providers (Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID, Okta)
Cloud platforms (AWS IAM, Azure RBAC, GCP IAM)
SaaS and enterprise applications
Build custom extensions using:
Python, PowerShell, Groovy, or Java
REST and SOAP APIs
SCIM and event-driven provisioning
Design data mappings and transformations to reconcile identity data across systems
Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for identity and provisioning events
Security, Compliance & Risk Management
Define and enforce:
Least-privilege access
Segregation of Duties (SoD)
Access policies and governance controls
Support compliance initiatives including:
SOX, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR
Generate audit-ready reports on:
User access
Entitlements
Certifications
Policy violations
Maintain IAM documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks
Collaboration & Operational Support
Partner with HR, IT Operations, Security, and application teams
Serve as a technical advisor on:
IAM best practices
RBAC and least privilege
Zero Trust principles
Troubleshoot and resolve complex IAM issues
Support security incidents involving identity compromise or unauthorized access
Train IT teams and business owners on IAM tools and processes
Continuous Improvement & Strategy
Stay current with IAM trends and emerging technologies , including:
Passwordless authentication
FIDO2
Identity analytics
Decentralized identity
Measure and optimize IAM effectiveness via metrics and feedback
Evaluate new tools and contribute to the IAM technology roadmap
Influence enterprise IAM architecture and long-term strategy
Required Qualifications
Experience
5+ years of hands-on Identity & Access Management experience
3+ years working with IGA platforms
Proven experience with at least one major IGA solution:
MidPoint (preferred)
SailPoint (IdentityIQ / IdentityNow)
Saviynt
Omada
Strong experience with:
Identity lifecycle management
Access certifications
RBAC and role engineering
Technical Skills
IGA Platforms: Deep technical expertise in MidPoint or equivalent
Directories: Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID, LDAP
Protocols: SAML, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SCIM
Automation & Scripting: Python, PowerShell, Groovy, Java
APIs & Integration: REST, SOAP, integration patterns
Cloud IAM: AWS IAM, Azure RBAC, GCP IAM
Databases: SQL and IAM data modeling
SSO & MFA: Okta, Ping, Azure AD, MFA technologies
Soft Skills
Strong communication skills — able to explain complex IAM topics to non-technical audiences
Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams
Proven ability to drive IAM initiatives from design through production
Customer-focused approach to access management
Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience
Preferred certifications:
CISSP
CIAM
CompTIA Security+ Vendor-specific IAM certifications (SailPoint, Saviynt, Microsoft)
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Hands-on experience implementing and operating MidPoint
Experience across multiple IGA platforms
Privileged Access Management (CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea)
Identity analytics and access risk tooling
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
DevSecOps / CI‑CD IAM integrations
Experience in highly regulated industries
Contributions to open-source IAM projects
Knowledge of emerging identity technologies (passwordless, decentralized identity)
Why This Role Matters
You will help secure the organization’s most critical assets by ensuring the right people have the right access at the right time —while reducing friction through automation and intelligent governance.
Who we are:
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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Job: Engineering
Job Family: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Corporate Strategy & Technology
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 23018