Digital Realty
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Head of Identity & Access Management
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Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out. Position Title: Identity & Access Management Director Location options include Dallas, Austin, Ashburn, Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco. What you’ll do
Shape and execute the enterprise IAM strategy, aligning with broader cybersecurity and business objectives. Lead the deployment and lifecycle management of IAM platforms and services, including SSO, MFA, PAM, IGA, and directory services. Establish and enforce IAM governance, including access reviews, RBAC, policy frameworks, and regulatory compliance (SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.). Drive Zero Trust and cloud IAM transformation, integrating modern identity architectures across AWS, Azure, and SaaS ecosystems. Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, HR, compliance, and business stakeholders to streamline identity workflows and improve user experience. Oversee IAM risk assessments, audits, and incident response, ensuring alignment with internal controls and external standards. Mentor and lead a team of IAM engineers and analysts, while managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations. Deliver executive-level reporting on IAM performance, maturity, and risk posture through KPIs and dashboards. What you’ll need
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred). 10+ years in IT, with 5+ years in IAM leadership roles within complex enterprise environments. Deep expertise in IAM technologies and protocols: SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, AD, Azure AD, Okta, SailPoint, CyberArk, etc. Proven experience with cloud-native IAM in AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and audit processes. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CIAM are a plus. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Familiarity with DevSecOps, automation, and identity federation in hybrid environments. A Bit About Us Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL, the company’s global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 28 countries on six continents. To learn more about Digital Realty, please visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Our Digital Team Our IT team is at the heart of our business. We develop infrastructures, design and build networks, support servers and provide the first line of support by delivering rich connectivity for our customers. With new data centers coming online all the time, it’s a rapidly changing technical environment so our team is always ready to innovate and take the lead on projects. We constantly develop, deploy and support vital networks and data services that drive business performance and improve life for customers around the globe. What we can offer you Join us and you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. You’ll have opportunities to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things, and put your ideas into action. We’ll provide development opportunities to help you build a rewarding and successful career with us. Compensation & Benefits Compensation range: $180,000 – $220,000 annually. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, 401k match, disability benefits, wellness and education benefits, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, holidays, and more. Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law. Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.
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Head of Identity & Access Management
role at
Digital Realty .
Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out. Position Title: Identity & Access Management Director Location options include Dallas, Austin, Ashburn, Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco. What you’ll do
Shape and execute the enterprise IAM strategy, aligning with broader cybersecurity and business objectives. Lead the deployment and lifecycle management of IAM platforms and services, including SSO, MFA, PAM, IGA, and directory services. Establish and enforce IAM governance, including access reviews, RBAC, policy frameworks, and regulatory compliance (SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.). Drive Zero Trust and cloud IAM transformation, integrating modern identity architectures across AWS, Azure, and SaaS ecosystems. Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, HR, compliance, and business stakeholders to streamline identity workflows and improve user experience. Oversee IAM risk assessments, audits, and incident response, ensuring alignment with internal controls and external standards. Mentor and lead a team of IAM engineers and analysts, while managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations. Deliver executive-level reporting on IAM performance, maturity, and risk posture through KPIs and dashboards. What you’ll need
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred). 10+ years in IT, with 5+ years in IAM leadership roles within complex enterprise environments. Deep expertise in IAM technologies and protocols: SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, AD, Azure AD, Okta, SailPoint, CyberArk, etc. Proven experience with cloud-native IAM in AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and audit processes. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CIAM are a plus. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Familiarity with DevSecOps, automation, and identity federation in hybrid environments. A Bit About Us Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL, the company’s global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 28 countries on six continents. To learn more about Digital Realty, please visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Our Digital Team Our IT team is at the heart of our business. We develop infrastructures, design and build networks, support servers and provide the first line of support by delivering rich connectivity for our customers. With new data centers coming online all the time, it’s a rapidly changing technical environment so our team is always ready to innovate and take the lead on projects. We constantly develop, deploy and support vital networks and data services that drive business performance and improve life for customers around the globe. What we can offer you Join us and you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. You’ll have opportunities to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things, and put your ideas into action. We’ll provide development opportunities to help you build a rewarding and successful career with us. Compensation & Benefits Compensation range: $180,000 – $220,000 annually. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, 401k match, disability benefits, wellness and education benefits, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, holidays, and more. Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law. Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.
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