HarbourVest Partners
For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open‑door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.
This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed.
We are seeking a strategic Manager of Identity and Access Management (IAM) to lead the development, implementation, and governance of enterprise‑wide identity solutions. This role will be responsible for overseeing internal and external identity systems, ensuring secure access to resources, and delivering seamless authentication experiences for both employees and clients. This is a hands‑on, technical manager position with room to grow for the right candidate.
HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Develop and complete a comprehensive IAM strategy that aligns with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry guidelines
Lead and mentor a team of IAM professionals, promoting a collaborative culture emphasizing innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Ensure robust email security controls, including threat detection, policy enforcement, and compliance reporting
Assess and manage identity risks associated with third‑party integrations, including federated identity providers, external authentication platforms, and vendor access
Ensure compliance with identity governance standards, conduct routine access assessments, and support audit activities through documentation creation, report generation, and collaboration with external assessors
Evaluate and deploy new IAM technologies and platforms to improve authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management capabilities
Manage all facets of IAM‑related budget and resource prioritization, guaranteeing effective solutions that fulfill operational and security needs
Qualifications
Demonstrable experience in enterprise IAM, including designing and managing identity architectures across hybrid environments
Proficient technical knowledge in authentication and authorization enterprise identity solutions encompassing Privileged Access Management (PAM), and standards like SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and SCIM
A strategic approach, able to align IAM initiatives with broader organizational goals, risk management frameworks, and compliance requirements
Hands‑on expertise in handling identity life cycles, covering provisioning, deprovisioning, role‑based access controls (RBAC), and PAM solutions
Profound comprehension of identity governance and compliance, encompassing audit preparedness, access evaluations, and regulatory criteria like NIST, DORA, and SOC2
Proven success in managing and supporting email security solutions across the organization
Proficiency in leading all aspects of identity integrations from both internal and external sources, encompassing federated identity services and authentication platforms for clients
Demonstrated efficiency in overseeing multi‑functional teams and vendor relationships, particularly in settings with hybrid or multi‑cloud infrastructures
A dedication to ongoing improvement and innovation, keeping up‑to‑date with emerging IAM technologies, threats, and guidelines
Passionate about results, dedicated, outspoken, accountable, and collaborative
Able to drive business decisions using data and comfortable reporting on metrics
Familiar working at a company with a global presence spanning multiple time zones
Self‑starter with demonstrable ability to work independently and prioritize tasks and time effectively
Lead high‑visibility and critical security projects to support a dynamic business environment
Standout colleague who is both a mentor but also willing to be hands‑on
Open to a flexible work schedule outside normal business hours (24/7 support environment with on‑call rotation)
Education
BS in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent work experience
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or other relevant security certifications preferred.
Experience
8–10 years of evolving experience in IAM, cybersecurity, or IT infrastructure, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial position
Demonstrated experience coordinating enterprise‑scale IAM programs, including internal workforce identity and external customer identity platforms
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This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed.
We are seeking a strategic Manager of Identity and Access Management (IAM) to lead the development, implementation, and governance of enterprise‑wide identity solutions. This role will be responsible for overseeing internal and external identity systems, ensuring secure access to resources, and delivering seamless authentication experiences for both employees and clients. This is a hands‑on, technical manager position with room to grow for the right candidate.
HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Develop and complete a comprehensive IAM strategy that aligns with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry guidelines
Lead and mentor a team of IAM professionals, promoting a collaborative culture emphasizing innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Ensure robust email security controls, including threat detection, policy enforcement, and compliance reporting
Assess and manage identity risks associated with third‑party integrations, including federated identity providers, external authentication platforms, and vendor access
Ensure compliance with identity governance standards, conduct routine access assessments, and support audit activities through documentation creation, report generation, and collaboration with external assessors
Evaluate and deploy new IAM technologies and platforms to improve authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management capabilities
Manage all facets of IAM‑related budget and resource prioritization, guaranteeing effective solutions that fulfill operational and security needs
Qualifications
Demonstrable experience in enterprise IAM, including designing and managing identity architectures across hybrid environments
Proficient technical knowledge in authentication and authorization enterprise identity solutions encompassing Privileged Access Management (PAM), and standards like SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and SCIM
A strategic approach, able to align IAM initiatives with broader organizational goals, risk management frameworks, and compliance requirements
Hands‑on expertise in handling identity life cycles, covering provisioning, deprovisioning, role‑based access controls (RBAC), and PAM solutions
Profound comprehension of identity governance and compliance, encompassing audit preparedness, access evaluations, and regulatory criteria like NIST, DORA, and SOC2
Proven success in managing and supporting email security solutions across the organization
Proficiency in leading all aspects of identity integrations from both internal and external sources, encompassing federated identity services and authentication platforms for clients
Demonstrated efficiency in overseeing multi‑functional teams and vendor relationships, particularly in settings with hybrid or multi‑cloud infrastructures
A dedication to ongoing improvement and innovation, keeping up‑to‑date with emerging IAM technologies, threats, and guidelines
Passionate about results, dedicated, outspoken, accountable, and collaborative
Able to drive business decisions using data and comfortable reporting on metrics
Familiar working at a company with a global presence spanning multiple time zones
Self‑starter with demonstrable ability to work independently and prioritize tasks and time effectively
Lead high‑visibility and critical security projects to support a dynamic business environment
Standout colleague who is both a mentor but also willing to be hands‑on
Open to a flexible work schedule outside normal business hours (24/7 support environment with on‑call rotation)
Education
BS in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent work experience
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or other relevant security certifications preferred.
Experience
8–10 years of evolving experience in IAM, cybersecurity, or IT infrastructure, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial position
Demonstrated experience coordinating enterprise‑scale IAM programs, including internal workforce identity and external customer identity platforms
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