(Identity & Access Management) IAM Engineer

At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage — our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness.
Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.

We are seeking a for an IAM Engineer is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the FA’s IAM program. The successful candidate will have experience with SOX & FTC compliance specifically around IAM controls. To be successful in this role, a good candidate should have experience in Microsoft Purview and Entra Identity Management & Application Integration.  Good experience in knowledge of SOX compliance (User Access Review, UAR), knowledge and experience in 3rd party product integration to the current FA environment and experience in handling and managing data protection of products ( specifically email protection)

What We Do:
We are on the frontline of recruitment enabling organizations to Hire Smarter. Onboard Faster™ First Advantage is an HR Tech company delivering innovative solutions and insights to enable our clients to manage risk and hire the best talent. Leveraging an advanced technology platform, First Advantage builds fully scalable, configurable screening programs that meet the unique needs of over 33,000 clients. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA and with an internationally distributed workforce spanning 19 countries with about 5,500 employees, First Advantage performs over 93 million screens in over 200 countries and territories annually.

Who You Are:
You are self-motivated and ready to “roll up your sleeves." While you are an independent contributor, you are also collaborative. You can spearhead a project and see it through from start to completion.
As a team player, you navigate cross-functional teams and work well with team members in other business units and departments toward a common goal.
An Innovator — you see gaps in current processes or workflows as an opportunity to improve and try something new.
A lifelong learner and always seeking out opportunities to learn and upskill, you understand the importance of thorough and secure screenings and are interested in the Human Capital sector and the confluence of people, process, and technology.

What You'll Do 
Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and guidelines related to IAM.
• Implement and manage access controls, including role-based access control (RBAC), segregation of duties (SoD), and least privilege.
• Establish identity governance frameworks and conduct periodic access reviews to ensure compliance with SOX regulations
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide documentation, evidence, and support during SOX audits.
• Oversee user lifecycle management processes, ensuring timely provisioning and de-provisioning of user access rights.

What You May Need to be Successful:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technology or equivalent 
• Minimum 1-2 years (s) of experience in hands-on experience in managing information security
• Familiarity with cloud IAM solutions (Azure AD, SailPoint, Zilla, etc)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements beyond SOX that may impact IAM  (GDPR, HIPAA)
• Experience with scripting and automation for IAM processes (PowerShell, Python, etc)
• Proficiency in analyzing IAM-related data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas of improvement in compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Strong communication skills to effectively present IAM-related information, compliance reports, and recommendations to management, auditors, and stakeholders.

Why First Advantage is Your Next Big Career Move  

First Advantage is going through a technology transformation! We are looking for experts who are excited to work with advanced technologies and provide best-in-class user experiences, drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions, and smoothly guide our agile teams and clients through meaningful changes as we continue to expand our impact.

What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today – we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS – India Region:

• Most of the roles are enabled with the ability to work remotely with occasional business travel.  Hybrid working model
• Comprehensive employee Leave policy
• Career progressions through Internal job opportunities and Global Talent mobility programs
• Career Development: Mentoring Program, People Management Program, cross-functions training, soft skills training.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities. Upskilling and reskilling opportunities mobilized through e-learning platforms
• Training and Certification reimbursement programs
• Medical Insurance coverage for employees and parental insurance benefits available. Calendarized Employee Wellness programs
• Quarterly Rewards and Recognition program to recognize exemplary performance
• Other attractive allowances – Weekend working, Holiday pay, Relocation assistance, Maternity bonus, Creche allowance & Other allowance etc.

United States Equal Opportunity Employment:

First Advantage is proud to be a global leader in removing barriers and supporting our community members to ensure the changing demographics of the workforce are reflected in our hiring and employment practices. We value all of our candidates, employees, and clients, and place great emphasis on hiring and supporting qualified individuals in each role. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other area protected by applicable law.