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The Manager Identity and Access Management (IAM) for Academy Sports + Outdoors is responsible for executing the IAM strategy, ensuring secure access to systems and data while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.

Job Description:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required

Master's degree in cybersecurity or a related field preferred

Alternatively, equivalent years of related work experience will be considered

Work Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role. Corporate retail IT experience is preferred

2–3+ years managing IAM/PAM teams or projects

Experience with managing managed services team

Experience with IAM tools (Okta, SailPoint, Azure AD) and PAM platforms (CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Thycotic)

Strong understanding of access governance, directory services, and cloud identity integration (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Familiarity with industry compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOX, HIPAA)

Skills:

Deep understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) frameworks, protocols, and tools (e.g., Okta, SailPoint, CyberArk, Microsoft Entra ID, Ping Identity)

Proficiency in SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect (OIDC), Kerberos, and LDAP

Experience with managing privileged accounts and securing elevated access

Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) practices across cloud platforms (AWS IAM, Azure AD, GCP IAM).

Implementation and management of authentication solutions

Applying security best practices for user access and system permissions.

Experience with Active Directory (AD), Azure AD, and other directory services

Managing user provisioning, deprovisioning, role-based access control (RBAC), and identity governance

Understanding of frameworks like SOX, PCI-DSS, and NIST

Identifying and mitigating security risks related to identity and access

Experience in conducting access reviews, security audits, and compliance reporting.

Knowledge of security event monitoring and incident management related to Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Experience in leading teams and mentoring team members

Ability to work with IT, security, compliance, HR, and business stakeholders

Managing projects, migrations, and technology implementations

Engaging with Identity and Access Management (IAM) solution vendors and ensuring effective tool utilization

Ability to articulate strategies to technical and non-technical audiences

Quickly diagnosing and resolving IAM-related issues

Staying updated on emerging Identity and Access Management (IAM) trends, threats, and technologies

Ensuring accuracy in Identity and Access Management (IAM) configurations, audits, and security implementations

Responsibilities

Develop and implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with security, compliance, and business objectives

Define identity governance frameworks, including role-based access control (RBAC), least privilege access, and Zero Trust security models

Continuously assess and improve IAM security posture to mitigate risks and protect sensitive data

Oversee user provisioning, deprovisioning, and role management for employees, contractors, and third-party vendors

Manage Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions

Ensure appropriate access reviews and certifications are conducted regularly to comply with internal policies and regulations

Ensure IAM processes comply with SOX, PCI-DSS, NIST, and other relevant standards

Conduct access audits, risk assessments, and compliance reporting to address security gaps and regulatory requirements

Monitor and respond to security incidents related to identity compromise, unauthorized access, or account takeovers

Manage IAM platforms and lead IAM tool integrations with other critical IT systems

Oversee IAM automation efforts to improve efficiency in access provisioning and governance

Lead and mentor IAM team, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing

Collaborate with IT, security, HR, compliance, and business units to align IAM initiatives with enterprise needs

Provide strategic guidance to leadership on IAM risks, improvements, and investments

Identify and mitigate IAM-related security threats, such as credential theft, insider threats, and account hijacking

Respond to security incidents, breaches, and access anomalies, coordinating with cybersecurity teams

Implement real-time access monitoring and anomaly detection to identify and block unauthorized activities

Stay updated on emerging IAM trends, technologies, and threats, such as password- less authentication, AI-driven identity analytics, and Zero Trust architectures.

Drive IAM transformation initiatives to modernize identity security, improve user experience, and reduce risk

Evaluate and recommend new IAM tools, policies, and enhancements to adapt to evolving security landscapes

Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules

Duties may change; team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.​