Director, Identity and Access Management

Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.Business/Job Title: Director Identity & Access ManagementPosition SummaryEverything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. It means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each can thrive.But our success is not driven solely by what we do. We also care deeply about how we do it. At F5, our culture is how we live, every single day, and it is producing outstanding results—not only for our customers, but also for our employees. We understand that your life is about more than just work, so we are committed to a culture that supports your whole life.Role SummaryWe are seeking a Director of Identity and Access Management in our Technology Services (TS) organization. This is a key leadership role responsible for developing and managing the identity and access management (IAM) engineering and operations and leading a team of IAM professionals. Key responsibilities include overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of IAM systems, including single sign-on (SSO), Privileged Endpoint Management (PEM), and Privileged Access Management (PAM), ensuring high availability and security of these systems, and identifying and mitigating risks related to identity and access management. The role also requires staying updated on the latest IAM trends and technologies, continuously improving IAM processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will partner with key stakeholders throughout the organization to drive business growth and cultivate a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and ongoing improvement.What you’ll do- Develop, implement and maintain our IAM strategy, policies and standards for user and non-human identities and access privileges based on the evolving threat landscape.- Lead a team of IAM engineers responsible for Single Sign On, Access Operations, Identity Lifecycle Management, Privileged Endpoint Management, Access Governance and Privileged Access Management.- Maintain strong operational security monitoring health through active monitoring of service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).- Partner with peers across the Cybersecurity and Technology Services organizations to ensure alignment of cybersecurity objectives with business goals.- Consult with architecture to ensure right tooling and processes are used to deliver IAM solutions- Partner with business stakeholders to streamline and automate IAM processes to enhance efficiency and user experience.- Ensure compliance with SOX audit requirements through regular assessments and audits of identity and access management (IAM) systems and processes, maintaining rigorous documentation and controls.- Handle external vendor relationships to ensure that service levels are being met- Stay informed about emerging IAM technologies, trends, and best practices to continually improve the organization's IAM capabilities.- Align with solution owners, managers, engineering directors and leadership to ensure workstream talent needs are addressed and proactively planned for.- Provide staffing inputs for feature breakdown, conceptual architecture, and business case planning during intake.- Co-ordinate large cross team release plans.- Be a trusted advisor and mentor to employees, offering guidance on career planning, goal setting, and skill enhancement.- Conduct regular talent management practices, leaning into the continuous development of employees’ skills, interests, and aspirations to identify opportunities for advancement.- Create a positive and supportive learning-oriented environment that encourages employees to develop new skills, acquire knowledge, and explore career pathways.- Promote knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration among team members to enhance their professional development.- Collaborate with senior leadership and HR to establish a roadmap for career growth initiatives, including training programs, mentorship opportunities, and performance feedback mechanisms.- Foster an innovation culture by encouraging and supporting new ideas, providing opportunities for experimentation and learning, and recognizing and rewarding creativity and innovation.- Leverage your partnership with our Talent Acquisition capability to attract and hire qualified and talented employees.What you’ll bring- Proven expertise in IAM technologies and protocols, including Single Sign-On (SSO), Privileged Endpoint Management (PEM), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) using technologies like Okta, Azure AD, SailPoint or similar platforms.- Strong understanding of IT security principles and best practices.- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute IAM strategies aligned with or