Senior Identity & Access Engineer

Job Description

Senior Identity & Access Engineer (Remote)
The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking a Senior Identity & Access Engineer to design, build, support, and optimize Identity and access management (IAM) functions IAM to enhance security, efficiency, and scalability.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Participate in the design and implementation and provide support of IAM solutions, including single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, privileged access management, and provisioning pipelines.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of scripts and automation workflows to streamline IAM operations.
• Collaborate on system integrations with applications and infrastructure, ensuring security and compliance.
• Evaluate emerging IAM technologies and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate on IAM strategy development, including the evaluation and implementation of Zero Trust principles across the enterprise.
• Assist with operational IAM tasks, such as access provisioning/de-provisioning, attestation, and log reviews.
• Support audit and compliance activities by maintaining accurate documentation and responding to requests.
• Monitor compliance with IAM policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to security standards.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects involving IAM systems and processes.
• Balance security requirements with business needs to create and implement scalable, effective solutions.
• Contribute to tool consolidation and automation strategies that align IAM with broader organizational goals.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with business units to support IAM initiatives.
• Maintain and update procedures for access control functions such as access provisioning/de-provisioning, attestation, reconciliation, and log reviews.
• Assist in implementing identity and access management processes and identifying areas for process improvement.
• Support the automation of account administration functions by contributing to provisioning pipeline development.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in related discipline preferred; or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred;
• Certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) preferred but not required
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts, including single sign-on (SSO), directory services, role-based access control (RBAC), and user lifecycle management
• Hands-on experience with tools for managing and securing privileged accounts
• Experience implementing or contributing to Zero Trust principles, including secure service edge and micro-segmentation
• Proficiency in tools and best practices for securely managing secrets and certificates
• Advanced skills in scripting languages like PowerShell or Python to automate IAM workflows and improve efficiency
• Proven ability to lead IAM-related projects, such as tool migrations or implementations
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Solid understanding of IT security principles, authentication standards, and process integration.
• Familiarity with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to s/ucceed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-wpx7kp-35-215-184-102-42 in your application.