IAM Specialist

At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.Work Shift (if Applicable)Shift 1 (United States of America)Job DescriptionAt Vitalant, every role helps save lives—and our Identity and Access Management (IAM) team is no exception. We are seeking an Identity & Access Management Specialist to ensure the right people have the right access to the systems that keep our blood donation operations secure and efficient. In this role, you’ll manage user lifecycles, provision and troubleshoot access, and support compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. You’ll also collaborate with senior team members to streamline processes and build automation that strengthens our security posture. This foundational role is perfect for someone with strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset who wants to grow their expertise while contributing to Vitalant’s life-saving mission.Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000This position offers the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in Arizona in work-at-home role.As an Identity & Access Management Specialist, you'll get to:Administer and maintain access security systems, user identities, roles, and access rights across enterprise systems.Manage onboarding, offboarding, provisioning, and deprovisioning processes while maintaining security profiles and performing access reviews.Process access requests and changes in compliance with policies; troubleshoot issues and escalate complex cases as needed.Support and maintain identity and access controls in Active Directory, Azure, and other directory services.Utilize automation scripts and workflows to improve efficiency and assist with IAM assessments, system integrations, and upgrades.Monitor IAM systems, logs, and workflows for anomalies, risks, and compliance issues; track metrics and report to IT leadership.Contribute to IAM policies, standards, procedures, documentation, and best practices while staying current on HIPAA, FDA, and CIS Controls.Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet IAM requirements and support user education on IAM practices.RequirementsKnowledge/ EducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience) – RequiredFamiliarity With PowerShell scripting Identity lifecycle management Active Directory, Azure, LDAP IAM tools, MFA, SSO Cybersecurity principles and audit standards – PreferredLicenses/ CertificationsOne or more of the following certifications (or other vendor equivalents) preferred. CompTIA Security+ Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent entry-levelIAM/security certifications ITIL CISSP, CISM, CIAM or equivalentExperienceMinimum of 2 years of experience in Information Technology, with exposure toidentity and access management systems, including Active Directory, Azure, andExchange.Experience administering access security systems and IAM workflows is required.Preferred Experience Includes Working in healthcare or regulated industries Supporting compliance and audit processes Building and documenting IAM workflows Using automation tools and APIs for provisioning/deprovisioning.Skills/AbilitiesFoundational understanding of IAM tools and directory services (e.g., Active Directory, Azure)Ability to follow established procedures and escalate issues appropriatelyStrong analytical and troubleshooting skills for access-related issuesEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage workload and prioritize tasks in a support-oriented environmentWillingness to learn new tools and automation conceptsCommitment to confidentiality and handling sensitive informationTeam-oriented mindset with a focus on customer serviceLocation: Vitalant Remote Work Austin, TX 78711Job CategoryInformation Technology (IT)Contact Information: careers@vitalant.orgIf you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.