Corebridge Financial
VP, Authentication Senior Manager (Customer IAM)
Corebridge Financial, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
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VP, Authentication Senior Manager (Customer IAM)
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Corebridge Financial
Position posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.
Who We Are At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.
We align to a set of values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:
We are stronger as one: Collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works, and act decisively for our customers and partners.
We deliver on commitments: Accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
We learn, improve and innovate: Get better each day by challenging the status quo and preparing for the future.
We are inclusive: Embrace different perspectives, enabling colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.
Who You’ll Work With The Information Technology organization is the technological foundation of our business and works in collaboration with partners across the company. The team drives technology and digital transformation, partners with business leaders to design and execute new strategies through IT and operations services and ensures the necessary IT risk management and security measures are in place and aligned with enterprise architecture standards and principles.
About The Role The VP, Authentication Senior Manager will provide overall leadership and oversee the company’s Customer IAM (CIAM) authentication service function. This role reports to the Global Head of Authentication (Identity and Access Management), requires extensive background and overall experience in IAM strategy, architecture, and software development/engineering as well as subject matter expertise in authentication services (both internal workforce and customer) while ensuring appropriate visibility, communication, and governance across key business partners and stakeholders.
The role will require working across organizational boundaries, managing engineering and operations teams, overseeing vendors, driving POCs and negotiations, and interfacing with audit and regulatory teams.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute the delivery of Authentication services (Customer IAM).
Work with business aligned IT managers to define business requirements, target state processes, implementation plans, adhere to enterprise IT standards, and other considerations that influence how IAM solutions and services should perform and operate.
Ensure Authentication platform complies with relevant security standards, regulations, and industry frameworks; conduct regular audits and assessments.
Lead & oversee the design and development of Authentication solutions that enforce applicable organization security policies and access management requirements.
Lead and oversee the build, configuration, and architecture of authentication platforms such as Okta/Ping and Azure, including implementing modern authentication technologies such as SSO, registration, identity proofing, MFA solutions (Federation, Mobile Push, Biometrics, FIDO, TOTP, Phone‑as‑a‑token, password resets, etc.).
Demonstrate an understanding of Authentication services and integration with broader security solutions, such as Identity & Access Governance, Privileged Access, and broader Cybersecurity services.
Define, enhance, and oversee all enterprise‑wide authentication processes, controls, and follow‑up, exception & risk acceptance approvals, and walkthroughs.
Manage day‑to‑day operations and maintenance of authentication and related security systems.
Represent the IAM organization on large‑scale technology projects implemented outside IAM, regulatory reviews, and internal and external audits.
Articulate business risks and technical challenges to stakeholders.
Show action orientation: Take on new opportunities and tough challenges with high energy and enthusiasm.
Balance stakeholders, anticipate and reconcile multiple stakeholder needs.
Collaborate with partners within and outside ISO to meet shared objectives.
Communicate effectively, delivering multi‑mode communications tailored to diverse audiences.
Cultivate innovation, creating new and better ways for the organization to succeed.
Be customer focused, building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
Drive engagement, creating a climate where people are motivated to achieve objectives.
Drive results, consistently achieving outcomes even under tough circumstances.
Take a global perspective, using a broad view when approaching issues.
Be interpersonal savvy, relating comfortably with diverse groups.
Manage complexity, solving complex, high‑quantity information.
Optimize work processes, focusing on continuous improvement.
Be organizational savvy, navigating complex policy, process, and people dynamics.
Interpret and apply skills to build Authentication solutions supporting globally dispersed businesses, personnel, and customers.
Skills And Qualifications
10+ years of overall experience in (or related experience) Cybersecurity and IAM managing engineering, strategy, process/controls and related services.
10+ years’ experience in supporting key IAM business processes (Identity Governance, Privileged Access, Access Administration & Authentication including MFA), Directory Services, Enterprise‑reporting for employees, non‑employees, and customers.
8+ years of production support or related experience with IAM business processes, defining requirements, and implementing and recommending control‑based business processes.
8+ years of experience providing technical expertise in systems, technical infrastructure, tools, modelling, external interfaces, and other technical areas: complete complex development, design, implementation, architecture design specification, and maintenance activities.
8+ years’ experience in Authentication products including Azure AD, Active Directory, role‑based access control, MFA, and SSO & related standards (OAuth2, OIDC, Kerberos, LDAP, RADIUS, SAML, NTLM, PKI, etc.).
8+ years of engineering, production and operational support with IAM business processes, defining requirements, and implementing and recommending control‑based business processes.
Experience working with multiple third‑party service providers and third‑party service agreements during separations/divestitures.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with many levels of management and across multiple lines of business and corporate functions.
8+ years of working with regulatory requirements (SOX, SOC1, NYDFS, GDPR, PCI, MAS, etc.) and industry standard frameworks and methodologies, including NIST, ITIL, SDLC, etc.
8+ years working with third parties providing management oversight of IAM services, technologies, processes, and controls.
8+ years’ experience interpreting architecture, designs and business requirements to develop and implement IT security solutions spanning multiple technologies, businesses and geographies.
8+ years advanced understanding of business processes, internal control risk management, security and IT controls and related standards.
5+ years managing 20+ resources in a matrixed environment.
5+ years hands‑on experience with platforms such as SailPoint, Okta, CyberArk, Ping, Quest (ARS, Change Auditor, Enterprise Reporter), Active Directory, AWS, Azure, Top Secret, ServiceNow, etc.
Experience with the following web technologies: XML, SPML/SOAP, Web and Application Servers, HTML.
Experience supporting many of the following platforms: Azure AD, OAM, ADFS, Windows, Linux, VMware, AWS, Azure, Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, Sybase, Db2, ACF2, Tomcat, JBoss, WebSphere, WebLogic, Apache.
General knowledge of cryptography including RSA-ACE, ECC, 3DES, IDEA, AES256/1024, SEAL.
5+ years working with IaaS, SaaS, PaaS providers (Azure, AWS, Google GCE, Salesforce).
BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience.
Experience with Databases (Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL).
Experience with infrastructure, network, database, or security troubleshooting and remediation.
Experience with operating system (Unix/Linux/Windows) commands and utilities as well as scripting.
Experience with SIEM tool such as Splunk, detecting and remediating security threats.
Exposure to DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub, Dockers, Ansible, Kubernetes, etc. is a plus.
Experience overseeing and supporting a 24x7 security operation (L1/L2/L3).
Compensation The anticipated salary range for this position is $140,000 to $180,000 at the commencement of employment. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications.
In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.
Work Location This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Jersey City, NJ, Houston, TX, or Durham, NC office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.
Estimated Travel May include up to 25%.
Why Corebridge? At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well‑being, and work‑life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.
Benefit Offerings Include
Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives.
Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options; in the U.S. our competitive 401(k) plan offers a generous dollar‑for‑dollar company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and plan terms). These contributions vest immediately.
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax‑exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 paid time off (PTO) days.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Corebridge Financial is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job‑related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Functional Area IT – Information Technology
Estimated Travel Percentage Up to 25%
Relocation Provided No
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VP, Authentication Senior Manager (Customer IAM)
role at
Corebridge Financial
Position posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.
Who We Are At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.
We align to a set of values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:
We are stronger as one: Collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works, and act decisively for our customers and partners.
We deliver on commitments: Accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
We learn, improve and innovate: Get better each day by challenging the status quo and preparing for the future.
We are inclusive: Embrace different perspectives, enabling colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.
Who You’ll Work With The Information Technology organization is the technological foundation of our business and works in collaboration with partners across the company. The team drives technology and digital transformation, partners with business leaders to design and execute new strategies through IT and operations services and ensures the necessary IT risk management and security measures are in place and aligned with enterprise architecture standards and principles.
About The Role The VP, Authentication Senior Manager will provide overall leadership and oversee the company’s Customer IAM (CIAM) authentication service function. This role reports to the Global Head of Authentication (Identity and Access Management), requires extensive background and overall experience in IAM strategy, architecture, and software development/engineering as well as subject matter expertise in authentication services (both internal workforce and customer) while ensuring appropriate visibility, communication, and governance across key business partners and stakeholders.
The role will require working across organizational boundaries, managing engineering and operations teams, overseeing vendors, driving POCs and negotiations, and interfacing with audit and regulatory teams.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute the delivery of Authentication services (Customer IAM).
Work with business aligned IT managers to define business requirements, target state processes, implementation plans, adhere to enterprise IT standards, and other considerations that influence how IAM solutions and services should perform and operate.
Ensure Authentication platform complies with relevant security standards, regulations, and industry frameworks; conduct regular audits and assessments.
Lead & oversee the design and development of Authentication solutions that enforce applicable organization security policies and access management requirements.
Lead and oversee the build, configuration, and architecture of authentication platforms such as Okta/Ping and Azure, including implementing modern authentication technologies such as SSO, registration, identity proofing, MFA solutions (Federation, Mobile Push, Biometrics, FIDO, TOTP, Phone‑as‑a‑token, password resets, etc.).
Demonstrate an understanding of Authentication services and integration with broader security solutions, such as Identity & Access Governance, Privileged Access, and broader Cybersecurity services.
Define, enhance, and oversee all enterprise‑wide authentication processes, controls, and follow‑up, exception & risk acceptance approvals, and walkthroughs.
Manage day‑to‑day operations and maintenance of authentication and related security systems.
Represent the IAM organization on large‑scale technology projects implemented outside IAM, regulatory reviews, and internal and external audits.
Articulate business risks and technical challenges to stakeholders.
Show action orientation: Take on new opportunities and tough challenges with high energy and enthusiasm.
Balance stakeholders, anticipate and reconcile multiple stakeholder needs.
Collaborate with partners within and outside ISO to meet shared objectives.
Communicate effectively, delivering multi‑mode communications tailored to diverse audiences.
Cultivate innovation, creating new and better ways for the organization to succeed.
Be customer focused, building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
Drive engagement, creating a climate where people are motivated to achieve objectives.
Drive results, consistently achieving outcomes even under tough circumstances.
Take a global perspective, using a broad view when approaching issues.
Be interpersonal savvy, relating comfortably with diverse groups.
Manage complexity, solving complex, high‑quantity information.
Optimize work processes, focusing on continuous improvement.
Be organizational savvy, navigating complex policy, process, and people dynamics.
Interpret and apply skills to build Authentication solutions supporting globally dispersed businesses, personnel, and customers.
Skills And Qualifications
10+ years of overall experience in (or related experience) Cybersecurity and IAM managing engineering, strategy, process/controls and related services.
10+ years’ experience in supporting key IAM business processes (Identity Governance, Privileged Access, Access Administration & Authentication including MFA), Directory Services, Enterprise‑reporting for employees, non‑employees, and customers.
8+ years of production support or related experience with IAM business processes, defining requirements, and implementing and recommending control‑based business processes.
8+ years of experience providing technical expertise in systems, technical infrastructure, tools, modelling, external interfaces, and other technical areas: complete complex development, design, implementation, architecture design specification, and maintenance activities.
8+ years’ experience in Authentication products including Azure AD, Active Directory, role‑based access control, MFA, and SSO & related standards (OAuth2, OIDC, Kerberos, LDAP, RADIUS, SAML, NTLM, PKI, etc.).
8+ years of engineering, production and operational support with IAM business processes, defining requirements, and implementing and recommending control‑based business processes.
Experience working with multiple third‑party service providers and third‑party service agreements during separations/divestitures.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with many levels of management and across multiple lines of business and corporate functions.
8+ years of working with regulatory requirements (SOX, SOC1, NYDFS, GDPR, PCI, MAS, etc.) and industry standard frameworks and methodologies, including NIST, ITIL, SDLC, etc.
8+ years working with third parties providing management oversight of IAM services, technologies, processes, and controls.
8+ years’ experience interpreting architecture, designs and business requirements to develop and implement IT security solutions spanning multiple technologies, businesses and geographies.
8+ years advanced understanding of business processes, internal control risk management, security and IT controls and related standards.
5+ years managing 20+ resources in a matrixed environment.
5+ years hands‑on experience with platforms such as SailPoint, Okta, CyberArk, Ping, Quest (ARS, Change Auditor, Enterprise Reporter), Active Directory, AWS, Azure, Top Secret, ServiceNow, etc.
Experience with the following web technologies: XML, SPML/SOAP, Web and Application Servers, HTML.
Experience supporting many of the following platforms: Azure AD, OAM, ADFS, Windows, Linux, VMware, AWS, Azure, Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, Sybase, Db2, ACF2, Tomcat, JBoss, WebSphere, WebLogic, Apache.
General knowledge of cryptography including RSA-ACE, ECC, 3DES, IDEA, AES256/1024, SEAL.
5+ years working with IaaS, SaaS, PaaS providers (Azure, AWS, Google GCE, Salesforce).
BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience.
Experience with Databases (Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL).
Experience with infrastructure, network, database, or security troubleshooting and remediation.
Experience with operating system (Unix/Linux/Windows) commands and utilities as well as scripting.
Experience with SIEM tool such as Splunk, detecting and remediating security threats.
Exposure to DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub, Dockers, Ansible, Kubernetes, etc. is a plus.
Experience overseeing and supporting a 24x7 security operation (L1/L2/L3).
Compensation The anticipated salary range for this position is $140,000 to $180,000 at the commencement of employment. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications.
In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.
Work Location This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Jersey City, NJ, Houston, TX, or Durham, NC office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.
Estimated Travel May include up to 25%.
Why Corebridge? At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well‑being, and work‑life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.
Benefit Offerings Include
Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives.
Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options; in the U.S. our competitive 401(k) plan offers a generous dollar‑for‑dollar company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and plan terms). These contributions vest immediately.
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax‑exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 paid time off (PTO) days.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Corebridge Financial is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job‑related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Functional Area IT – Information Technology
Estimated Travel Percentage Up to 25%
Relocation Provided No
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