Director, Identity and Access Management

CFA Institute is seeking a hands-on, outcomes-driven Director of Identity & Access Management (IAM) to lead our global IAM program. You’ll set strategy and roll up your sleeves—designing solutions, integrating platforms, and mentoring a high-performing team to safeguard access for our people, partners, and products. This is a highly visible role with the mandate to modernize IAM across SSO, MFA, identity governance, and privileged access. Please note: CFA Institute does not provide work authorization or visa sponsorship for this position (including student or temporary worker visas). What You’ll Do • Own the IAM strategy aligned to enterprise goals and security best practices; define roadmap, KPIs, and success measures. • Lead and grow a global IAM team, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and operational excellence. • Design, implement, and troubleshoot SSO, MFA, identity governance, and privileged access solutions—especially in Azure Active Directory / Entra ID environments. • Integrate IAM with existing infrastructure to strengthen authentication, authorization, and lifecycle management. • Establish and enforce policies and standards for identity governance, access controls, and authentication mechanisms. • Drive compliance and audit readiness in partnership with Security, Risk, Legal, and external stakeholders. • Continuously monitor and improve IAM by analyzing risk, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing mitigations. What You’ll Bring Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related discipline. • 10+ years in IAM, Information Security, or closely related fields, with hands-on ownership of enterprise IAM. • Deep experience across SSO, MFA, identity governance, and PAM, with advanced expertise in Azure Active Directory / Entra ID. • Proven people leadership: building, mentoring, and retaining high-performing teams. • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Strong communication and stakeholder skills, including executive engagement. Preferred Qualifications • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM (or equivalent). • Experience leading global IAM initiatives and complex cross-functional programs. • Demonstrated success aligning IAM with regulatory and compliance requirements. • Background integrating IAM across hybrid cloud and modern application stacks. • Familiarity with standard identity lifecycle processes (joiner/mover/leaver), role engineering, and policy-as-code. Why Join Us? At CFA Institute, you’ll tackle meaningful security challenges at global scale while shaping how identities are governed and protected across our mission-driven organization. You’ll partner closely with senior leaders, influence strategic decisions, and see your work directly improve member, candidate, and employee experiences. We offer flexible work arrangements, a supportive culture, and the chance to lead a modern IAM program with real enterprise impact. At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position: Expected salary range: $150,000 - $180,000 Other benefits include eligibility for annual incentives, 12% retirement employer contribution, and competitive medical benefits. All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. CFA Institute is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. #LI-ML1 About CFA Institute CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we drive professional growth, ethical behavior, and better markets. We care about our employees’ well-being, offering industry-leading benefits like: • Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family • Generous leave and time off • Competitive retirement plans • Flexible work options • Wellness, education, and support programs If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to click “Apply” and complete our three-minute application. Be part of a team committed to putting investors first and growing economies. Follow us @CFAInstitute on LinkedIn and X. Important Message: Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as CFA Institute cannot make assumptions about your education, experience, or location. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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