Principal IAM Security Engineer

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Position Overview

At Autodesk, our Cyber Defense - IAM team is dedicated to securing and enhancing the organization’s digital ecosystem We lead impactful initiatives, such as strengthening enterprise identity standards, implementing advanced tools to address risks proactively, and delivering scalable, secure solutions With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, we create a supportive environment where diverse perspectives contribute to meaningful outcomes Join us to be part of a high-performing team shaping the future of digital security and ensuring trusted experiences for Autodesk employees and customers worldwide

Responsibilities

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for AWS Security and Identity & Access Management (IAM) platforms, supporting both enterprise and customer systems

• Manage and support SailPoint Identity Security Cloud, Entra ID (Azure AD), AWS, and CyberArk platforms

• Implement and uphold identity governance best practices for enterprise identities and service accounts

• Oversee Privileged Account Management (PAM) and Access Management for critical systems

• Maintain and enhance Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions, with a focus on evolving towards password less authentication

• Lead initiatives related to Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and service account governance

• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and support for daily operations

• Manage and oversee deliverables and day-to-day tasks for the junior engineering team

• Participate in the on-call rotation to respond to incidents as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field

• 8+ years of experience in Security Engineering, with a focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM)

• 3+ years of experience leading a team, including managing and mentoring security engineers

• Expertise in AWS Security, SailPoint Identity Security Cloud, Entra ID (Azure AD), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Access Management solutions

• Hands-on experience with service account management, RBAC, SSO, and MFA solutions

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

The Ideal Candidate 

• Advanced expert role, requiring deep subject-matter knowledge and sound business acumen to advise leaders

• For jobs at this level, knowledge of the business starts to become as important as subject-matter knowledge

• Incumbents translate specialized subject-matter requirements into business needs/requirements

• Require depth of specialized expertise to interpret internal/external business issues and recommend best practices to address them

• Solve complex problems that require in-depth evaluation of variable factors by taking a broad perspective to identify the best approach and innovative solutions

• Work independently, with close guidance in only the most complex or unusual situations

• Adapt communication style to persuade various stakeholders across the business and frequently interact with senior leaders to provide advice and SME

• May lead functional teams or programs within own function (or closely related functions)

About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Benefits

From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $142,200 and $229,900. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

Diversity & Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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