20 years of overall experience Responsibilities: • Manage User Groups The primary role of an Identity and Access Management specialist is to create and manage users’ groups. This way, they simplify access management and streamline IAM policies for users’ control. • Administer User Accounts and Access Permissions IAM specialists guarantee complete security against both internal and external data breaches by maintaining full control over access permissions. • Team Collaboration for Greater Control of User Access IAM specialists work closely with the organization’s IAM team to ensure that the right people have access to resources. Their effective team collaboration minimizes time, effort, and costs. • Design and Implement Security Protocols Using a risk-based approach, expert Identity and Access Management analysts design and implement various safety measures, including role-based access controls, multi-factor authentication, conditional data access, etc. Besides this, they monitor these key measures with metrics to improve and enhance their efficiency. • Enforce Data Protection Policies Identity and Access Management Analysts enforce data protection policies and standards regarding identity and access management. They ensure everyone, including stakeholders, business analysts, management, and customers, adhere to regulations. • Active Participation in IAM Projects As an IAM analyst, the accountable person must actively participate in IAM projects and initiatives. They should foster a culture of research and development within the team to design and innovate new safety products and services. They must integrate advanced systems, implement security measures, modify permission policies, and enhance access control. • Maintain Updated Documentation Maintain a comprehensive documentation of the identity and access management system. They regularly update it to highlight key areas for improvement. In this manner, they adhere to regulations with greater efficiency, resulting in seamless audits. • Seamless Coordination with Organization They seamlessly coordinate with business analysts, stakeholders, application team members, the cybersecurity team, the IT operational team, and internal customers to comprehend access requirements. This way, they design, develop, and implement safe and secure IAM solutions. • Review Access Control Reports Regularly participate in IAM audits. They review access control reports to detect potential cyber threats. Their early intervention helps the IAM team adopt a proactive strategy to prevent the risk of bugs, errors, or cybercrime. • Develop and Oversee a Disaster Recovery Plan Another crucial role and responsibility of an IAM analyst is to develop and oversee disaster recovery policies and standards. They ensure data backup in emergencies without any hassle. However, they make sure the plan aligns with business management goals. • Adapt IAM to Changing Business Requirements They understand market trends, business needs, and customers’ expectations. Based on their in-depth analysis, they make the IAM scalable according to evolving business requirements. They align access controls with changing trends, securing the organization’s sensitive information from cyber threats. • Assist IAM Analyst in Conducting Training Sessions • Stay Updated with Current Trends