Senior Director, Identity and Access Management

Who we areWe’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.Why WorldwideWe believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!What the Information Technology Department does at WorldwideThe IT department is made up of seasoned professionals united in one common goal: to keep Worldwide’s technical infrastructure operating at the highest levels for our employees and our customers. We are a global team comprised of numerous professionals including cyber security, artificial intelligence, IT helpdesk, application support, and more. What you will doDefine the enterprise IAM strategy and roadmap.Lead the and implementation of an IGA platform (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt).Design and implement access lifecycle workflows (joiner/mover/leaver).Establish role-based access control (RBAC) and enforce least privilege policies.Lead privileged access management (PAM) rollout.Integrate IAM processes with HR, ITSM, and security systems (e.g., Workday, Jira, Zscaler).Develop metrics and reporting to monitor IAM posture and compliance.Hire, mentor, and lead a high-performing IAM team. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability. Serve as a key stakeholder in Zero Trust, compliance, and audit readiness initiatives.What you will bring to the roleDeep understanding of identity lifecycle management and governance models.Experience implementing enterprise-grade IGA tools (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt).Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access, SSO, MFA.Strong leadership, program management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.Experience in regulated industries with audit and compliance frameworks (e.g., GxP, HIPAA).Your experience Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred).Minimum of 12 years of experience in IAM, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.Proven success in building or maturing IAM functions and leading enterprise tool rollouts.Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific IAM credentials are a plus.We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! For more information on Worldwide, visit www.Worldwide.com or connect with us on LinkedIn. Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law. Originally posted on Himalayas Apply To this Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job