Associate Director, Identity Access Management; IAM

Associate Director, Identity Access Management (IAM)

KPMG is seeking an Associate Director, Identity Access Management (IAM) to join our Global Technology & Group, part of the KPMG International team. The role involves leading IAM services and shaping the IAM roadmap within a global environment.

• Lead and motivate a global team of internal and vendor-provided identity and access management professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Manage the delivery of authentication services, including Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), primarily leveraging Entra  Okta, for cloud and on-premise solutions
• Function as the primary point of contact for internal customers, communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences and managing expectations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors, using negotiation and communication skills to align on service delivery, enhancements, and strategic goals
• Oversee the performance of the managed services agreement with the team’s trusted vendor, ensuring SLAs are met and value is delivered
• Contribute to the IAM service roadmap and strategy, identifying opportunities for service improvement and ensuring alignment with the organization’s evolving technology needs
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment

• Minimum ten years of recent experience, with at least five years of recent qualified experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or five years of relevant work experience with a total of ten years as a professional
• Experience delivering a high standard of customer service, with the ability to guide both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong leadership and people development skills, exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities
• Strategic mindset with the ability to maintain focus on operational excellence and long-term goals
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; no visa sponsorship is available for this opportunity

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Salaries are determined based on factors such as skills, responsibilities, experience, and market considerations. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a suite of well-being benefits. Benefits eligibility varies by role and location.

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Additionally, KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. We will consider qualified applicants as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Los Angeles County and California fair chance provisions may apply where relevant.

Location note: Houston, TX area postings may reflect local market data; actual salary for this role will be determined based on factors described above.