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UCLA · 1 day ago

Identity & Access Management (IAM) Analyst

UCLA's Information Security Office is dedicated to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its information resources. The Identity & Access Management (IAM) Analyst will design, implement, and support IAM processes and technologies, collaborating with various departments and external vendors to maintain data quality and compliance.

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Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and support of advanced identity and access management data, processes, and technologies
Work closely with various departments across the university, as well as external vendors, to ensure quality of identity data, the establishment of data standards, and the appropriate access levels are granted to users in a timely, secure, and compliant manner, focusing on automation wherever possible
Evaluate and test new software and upgrades
Help produce documentation, procedures, and any necessary materials to support IAM services
Positively impact UCLA's operations and culture by protecting University stakeholder's information and data in service of the institution's academic and research mission
Advance the University's mission by delivering exceptional IAM service comprehensively and consistently across faculty, staff, students, and persons of interest
Execute UCLA's vision while modeling UCLA's culture and values

Qualification

IAM principlesRole-based access controlAccess governancePrivileged access managementIdentityAccess toolsIAM monitoring toolsDirectory servicesMulti-factor authenticationCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsCreative thinking

Required

Three years Experience working in one or more of the following fields: computer science, cybersecurity, computer information systems, or related field
Experience using identity and access tools and systems in a distributed IT environment
Experience with IAM monitoring tools. Experience analyzing logs for anomalous user behavior
Experience participating in activities to advance an inclusive environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging
Demonstrated skills applying secure user authentication and account management standards to computer software and hardware
Strong knowledge of IAM principles, technologies, and best practices, including experience with role-based access control (RBAC) and access governance (IGA), and privileged access management (PAM)
Familiarity with directory services (e.g., Active Directory, LDAP), authentication (e.g., Single Sign-On (SSO)) technologies, and multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate technical information and ideas to a diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders
Able to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with team members, stakeholders, and customers
Strong organizational skills and is able to balance competing priorities and support concurrent projects. Experience working in a project-based environment using leading project management practices including schedule management, status reporting, and communication of project risks and issues
Strong demonstrated problem-solving skills; scopes solutions based on knowledge of available resources and timelines. Able to ask questions, gather information, evaluate options, and make decisions with integrity
Thinks creatively and proposes innovative ideas, including the incorporation of new technologies or processes. Is able to work with agility in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor's Degree information technology, cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, public administration, business administration, communications, or related field, or equivalent combination of experience/training

Preferred

Five or more years Experience working in one or more of the following fields: computer science, cybersecurity, computer information systems, etc
Experience in complex higher education environments, serving academic and administrative functions of a large public university
Bachelor's Degree information technology, cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, public administration, business administration, communications

Benefits

Benefits that start on day one

Company

UCLA offers a combination that’s rare, especially among public research universities.

H1B Sponsorship

UCLA has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (266)
2024 (223)
2023 (226)
2022 (182)
2021 (164)
2020 (172)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$157.89M
Key Investors
California Institute for Regenerative MedicineUS Department of EnergyDepartment of Cannabis Control
2025-01-30Grant· $29.14M
2023-08-14Grant
2023-04-25Grant· $2M

Leadership Team

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James Puffer
Professor Emeritus
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Jenny Lester
Clinical Trials Director
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