Product Owner - Identity and Access Management(IAM)
Role summary
We are seeking a Product Owner specializing in Identity & Access Management (IAM) to lead the delivery of authentication and access management capabilities across enterprise and digital platforms. This role involves translating IAM strategy into actionable backlog items, managing delivery priorities, and ensuring the successful implementation of modern identity platforms. You will work closely with security architects, engineering teams, and risk stakeholders to implement secure identity solutions including multi-factor authentication, passwordless authentication, adaptive authentication, and secure session management. Key responsibilities include owning and managing the IAM product backlog, translating security requirements into implementation-ready stories, and leading Agile ceremonies. Experience with IAM platform implementation and various authentication/identity protocols is crucial.
Product Owner – Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Role Overview
We are seeking a
Product Owner specializing in Identity & Access Management (IAM)
to lead the delivery of authentication and access management capabilities across enterprise and digital platforms.
This role will work closely with
security architects, engineering teams, and risk stakeholders
to implement secure identity solutions including
multi-factor authentication, passwordless authentication, adaptive authentication, and secure session management
.
The Product Owner will be responsible for
translating IAM strategy into actionable backlog items, managing delivery priorities, and ensuring successful implementation of modern identity platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Product Ownership & Agile Delivery
- Own and manage the
IAM product backlog
including epics, features, and user stories.
- Translate
security requirements and architecture designs into implementation-ready stories
.
- Lead
Agile ceremonies
including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and release planning.
- Work closely with engineering teams to ensure
secure and scalable IAM implementations
.
Authentication & Access Management Delivery
Lead implementation of IAM capabilities including:
Authentication Controls
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Adaptive / Risk-Based Authentication
- Passwordless authentication (biometrics, passkeys, FIDO2)
- Device-based authentication
Access Management
- Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Identity Federation (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect)
- Role Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC)
Session Security
- Secure session management
- Secure browsing capabilities
- Continuous authentication
- Device trust management
IAM Platform Implementation
Support implementation and integration of enterprise IAM platforms such as:
- Okta
- Ping Identity
- ForgeRock
- Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Auth0
- CyberArk (Privileged Access Management)
Responsibilities include:
- IAM platform configuration and capability rollout
- Application onboarding to SSO
- MFA policy implementation
- Identity federation with internal and third-party systems
Risk-Based Authentication & Security Integration
Collaborate with security teams to implement
risk-aware authentication models
, including:
- Behavioral authentication signals
- Device fingerprinting
- Location and network-based risk signals
- Transaction-level authentication
Ensure IAM controls align with
enterprise security frameworks and Zero Trust principles.
Integration with Enterprise Platforms
Coordinate IAM integrations across:
- Web and mobile applications
- API gateways
- Cloud platforms
- Enterprise applications (Salesforce, ServiceNow, internal systems)
Stakeholder Management
Work closely with:
- Cybersecurity teams
- Security architecture
- Digital engineering teams
- Risk & compliance teams
- Application owners
to ensure IAM solutions align with
security policies and digital platform needs.
Required Qualifications
Experience
- 6–15 years of experience in
product ownership, IAM delivery, or security platform implementation
- Experience delivering
IAM platform implementations or authentication solutions
- Experience working in
Agile delivery environments
Technical Expertise
Strong knowledge of:
Authentication & Identity Protocols
- OAuth 2.0
- OpenID Connect
- SAML
- FIDO2 / WebAuthn
- Passkeys
IAM Capabilities
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Passwordless authentication
- Adaptive authentication
- Single Sign-On
- Identity federation
- Access control models (RBAC / ABAC)
Security Architecture
- Zero Trust
- Secure identity lifecycle
- Identity governance concepts
Platform Experience (Preferred)
Hands-on implementation experience with:
- Okta
- Ping Identity
- ForgeRock
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Auth0
Preferred Industry Experience
Experience working in
regulated industries
, such as:
- Financial Services
- Capital Markets
- Banking
- FinTech
Key Skills
- Strong
Agile product ownership
- Ability to translate
security requirements into engineering tasks
- Experience working with
security architects and engineering teams
- Excellent
stakeholder communication and prioritization
Success Metrics
- Successful rollout of
MFA and passwordless authentication
- Number of applications onboarded to
SSO and federation
- Reduction in
authentication friction
- Compliance with
enterprise security standards