Vaco by Highspring
Overview:
The Identity & Access Management (IAM) Analyst plays a key role in safeguarding our clients' digital environment by ensuring that access to systems, data, and applications is secure, compliant, and efficient.
This position is responsible for administering identity services with a strong focus on Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Azure Active Directory, while supporting access management across a variety of business and clinical applications. Compensation:
$25-$35/hour On-Site:
1 day/week in Sarasota, FL (34233) - 4 days remote Duration:
6 month contract (Chance to convert)
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience. 3+ years of hands-on experience in identity and access management, with a focus on Entra ID and Azure AD. Strong understanding of IAM concepts: authentication, authorization, access governance, and identity lifecycle management. Experience with:
MFA, conditional access, and SSO integrations User and group management in Entra ID and Azure AD PowerShell / scripting for automation
Familiarity with healthcare environments and regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA and SOX. Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI, ISO27002). Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex IAM issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams. Preferred certifications:
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
(AZ-900) Other IAM or security certifications a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
Identity & Access Administration
Administer and maintain Entra ID and Azure AD for seamless user authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management. Manage user and group access to business and clinical applications, ensuring the principle of least privilege is applied. Configure and support MFA, conditional access, SSO, and related security controls. Access Governance & Compliance
Implement and maintain access control policies and provisioning/deprovisioning workflows aligned to role-based access principles. Conduct periodic access reviews and certifications to ensure alignment with job functions and regulatory requirements. Process & Automation
Contribute to the development and maintenance of IAM standard operating procedures. Leverage scripting tools such as PowerShell and Azure CLI to automate common IAM tasks. Identify opportunities to improve provisioning efficiency and strengthen control mechanisms. Collaboration & Support
Partner with IT, security, compliance, and application teams to align IAM practices with organizational objectives. Provide Tier 2 support for identity-related incidents, resolving issues related to authentication, group membership, access, and synchronization.
This position is responsible for administering identity services with a strong focus on Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Azure Active Directory, while supporting access management across a variety of business and clinical applications. Compensation:
$25-$35/hour On-Site:
1 day/week in Sarasota, FL (34233) - 4 days remote Duration:
6 month contract (Chance to convert)
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience. 3+ years of hands-on experience in identity and access management, with a focus on Entra ID and Azure AD. Strong understanding of IAM concepts: authentication, authorization, access governance, and identity lifecycle management. Experience with:
MFA, conditional access, and SSO integrations User and group management in Entra ID and Azure AD PowerShell / scripting for automation
Familiarity with healthcare environments and regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA and SOX. Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI, ISO27002). Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex IAM issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams. Preferred certifications:
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
(AZ-900) Other IAM or security certifications a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
Identity & Access Administration
Administer and maintain Entra ID and Azure AD for seamless user authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management. Manage user and group access to business and clinical applications, ensuring the principle of least privilege is applied. Configure and support MFA, conditional access, SSO, and related security controls. Access Governance & Compliance
Implement and maintain access control policies and provisioning/deprovisioning workflows aligned to role-based access principles. Conduct periodic access reviews and certifications to ensure alignment with job functions and regulatory requirements. Process & Automation
Contribute to the development and maintenance of IAM standard operating procedures. Leverage scripting tools such as PowerShell and Azure CLI to automate common IAM tasks. Identify opportunities to improve provisioning efficiency and strengthen control mechanisms. Collaboration & Support
Partner with IT, security, compliance, and application teams to align IAM practices with organizational objectives. Provide Tier 2 support for identity-related incidents, resolving issues related to authentication, group membership, access, and synchronization.