IAM Governance Leader

About the Role As the IAM Governance Leader in Bangalore, you will lead the governance and strategy for Identity and Access Management (IAM), ensuring alignment with security policies and regulatory expectations. You’ll collaborate with Security Operations, Active Directory, HR, Sourcing, and business stakeholders to shape IAM initiatives and oversee operations across the organization. What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional IAM team, driving engagement and high performance.
• Ensure operational readiness and effectiveness of the IAM service.
• Audit IAM systems and processes to maintain compliance with security policies and standards.
• Improve IAM services delivered by external partners and ensure adherence to service agreements.
• Lead the adoption of new IAM security solutions (e.g., B2B operations and SSO).
• Provide risk oversight and actionable insights to support decision-making by security leadership.
• Develop and maintain IAM policies, instructions, and awareness across business and technical teams.
• Analyze internal and external threats and recommend remediation actions leveraging IAM capabilities.
• Drive measurable IAM security metrics to deliver actionable insights to stakeholders. What We're Looking For
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IAM security operations and governance.
• Proven experience in people management and building high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of IAM domains, including SSO, IGA, and PAM.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CEH, GIAC, or CISM (preferred).
• Hands-on experience with IAM solutions like Saviynt AAG, Microsoft Azure, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of ISO 27002 and ISO 27005 standards.
• Ability to design IAM security patterns, including provisioning, authentication, and access governance.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills, with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated adaptability, resilience, and a drive for continuous learning and improvement. Nice to Have
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CEH, GIAC, or CISM (preferred).
• Hands-on experience with IAM solutions like Saviynt AAG, Microsoft Azure, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of ISO 27002 and ISO 27005 standards.
• Ability to develop and communicate IAM roadmaps and governance frameworks. Compensation & Benefits
• Comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).
• Flexible and inclusive working environment with opportunities for career progression.
• Investment in learning through award-winning programs.
• Potential for progression toward leadership roles in IAM or related areas.