Cyber - Digital Identity SME - Manager - Consulting

Cyber - Digital Identity SME - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

Join EY as a Cyber - Digital Identity SME Manager to shape and secure the world’s digital identities. This role is open nationwide.

In today’s rapidly evolving IT landscape, organizations face increasingly complex cybersecurity risks and regulatory pressures. Identity—both human and non-human—is at the core of every enterprise. As a Digital Identity & Authentication SME, you will help clients enhance user experience, reduce risk, and increase operational efficiency by designing and implementing robust identity solutions using Microsoft Entra, Okta, Ping, Saviynt, and related technologies.

• Strategy & Assessment
  • Conduct current state and application access assessments
  • Perform capability maturity and benchmarking assessments
  • Analyze IAM data and provide actionable insights
  • Develop IAM strategy and roadmaps, including operating models, governance, policies, procedures, and standards
• Solution Design & Implementation
  • Architect and implement identity and authentication solutions using Microsoft Entra, Okta, Ping, Saviynt
  • Design cloud security and IAM architectures for Azure, AWS, GCP, and hybrid environments
  • Implement cloud IAM services (e.g., provisioning, authentication, authorization, identity management)
  • Design and re‑engineer processes for centralized cloud access provisioning
• Access Management & Governance
  • Implement access management standards (SAML 2.0, OpenID Connect, OAuth, SCIM)
  • Support privileged access management, roles and rules management, and segregation of duties (SOD)
  • Assist with IAM program management and compliance activities
• Client Engagement
  • Align security management strategies with business goals
  • Communicate security trends, risks, and solutions to clients and internal teams
  • Deliver quality client services and presentations

• Deep knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) technologies and industry trends
• Experience with user provisioning, role‑based access control, directory services, and web access control solutions
• Understanding of access control concepts (directory services, SAML, LDAP, PKI)
• Strong process definition, workflow design, and process mapping skills
• Excellent presentation and communication abilities
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for cybersecurity

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 6‑8 years of relevant work experience (or 3‑5 years with a graduate degree)
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Entra, Okta, Ping, Saviynt, and similar IAM solutions
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CIPT, CIPM, CRISC) preferred
• Valid driver’s license and passport; willingness to travel as needed

We seek intellectually curious professionals with a genuine passion for cybersecurity and digital identity. If you have the confidence and technical expertise to become a leading expert in this field, we encourage you to apply.

At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits that reward performance and recognize the value you bring. Base salary ranges for U.S. geographic locations are $144,900 to $265,800. In key metros (NYC, WA, CA excluding Sacramento) ranges are $173,900 to $302,100. Additional benefits include medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time‑off options.
• Hybrid model: most external client serving roles work in person 40‑60% of the time.
• Flexible vacation policy: you decide how much time you need, plus EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis. EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

EY is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans.

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