IAM Engineer – SailPoint

Job Title: Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer
Primary Location: Remote (U.S. based)
Position Type: Contract to Hire

TalentFish is casting a line for an Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer – SailPoint focus on PowerShell . This is a contract to hire role supporting enterprise identity platforms, supporting SailPoint implementations, automation, and IAM operations. The reason this position exists is to support the ongoing growth and operational maturity of the IAM program through hands-on engineering, automation, and process improvement. In this role you will function perform peer review leveraging Readibots and work with a talented Engineering team.
What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)

• Hands-on experience implementing and supporting SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) or SailPoint IdentityNow in an enterprise environment
• Ideal candidate will have experience with Readibots and PowerShell and a true passion for Engineering
• Strong working knowledge of identity lifecycle management, including joiner / mover / leaver processes, access provisioning, and deprovisioning
• Expertise in PowerShell for automation, identity workflows, and system integrations
• Experience using Microsoft SQL Server (MS SQL) for identity data analysis, reporting, correlation logic, and troubleshooting
• Experience integrating IAM platforms with enterprise source and target systems (e.g., HR systems, directories, cloud platforms, and business applications)
• Strong understanding of IAM protocols and standards including SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, SCIM, and REST APIs
• Experience supporting or developing automation frameworks and scripts for identity operations
• Ability to troubleshoot complex IAM issues across identity data flows, integrations, and automated jobs
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent hands-on IAM engineering experience

Required Qualifications

• SailPoint certification (Identity Security Cloud, IdentityNow, or IdentityIQ)
• Experience integrating SailPoint with Workday, ServiceNow, and Azure Active Directory
• Experience designing or maintaining custom SailPoint connectors, rules, and correlation logic
• Familiarity with privileged access management concepts and integrations (e.g., CyberArk)
• Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments, including audits, access reviews, and certification campaigns
• Exposure to cloud identity and zero-trust security models

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ownership mindset with a focus on reliability, security, and continuous improvement
• Clear and effective communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate across application, security, and infrastructure teams
• Strong documentation discipline (process documentation, technical designs, runbooks)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, operationally critical environment

 
What You'll Do (Skills Used in This Position)
Incident Response & Operational Support

• Administer and resolve IAM-related incidents (INCs) and service requests (RITMs)
• Provide ongoing operational support for IAM platforms and integrations
• Identify and remediate recurring incident patterns
• Recommend continuous improvement initiatives based on incident trends

Compensation Information
The expected pay range for this position is $60 -$75/hr depending on experience and qualifications. This role qualifies for comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity, and salary ranges are provided in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.All offers are contingent upon completion of a background check, which may include reference checks, education and employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on end client policies and applicable law. TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible. TalentFish is an Equal Opportunity Employer — we embrace and encourage diversity.