Security Architect (identity & Access Management) Job in Blue Yonder

Job Title: Security Architect Identity & Access Management

Location: Bengaluru, India

Company: Blue Yonder

Experience: 10+ years (including at least 5+ years in IAM)

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

About Blue Yonder

Blue Yonder is a recognized leader in AI-driven supply chain solutions, trusted by global brands to optimize their digital commerce and supply chain operations. We thrive on innovation, collaboration, and creating technology that powers smarter supply chains.

As we continue to strengthen our security posture, we are seeking a Security Architect IAM to own, evolve, and safeguard Blue Yonder s identity landscape, ensuring consistent and compliant IAM controls across the organization s global footprint.

Role Scope

The Security Architect IAM will play a strategic and hands-on role in defining, implementing, and managing end-to-end identity and access management capabilities for Blue Yonder. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a strong understanding of cloud-based identity ecosystems, ensuring secure access to critical systems and data.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and manage a comprehensive IAM strategy, aligned with Blue Yonder s business goals, security policies, and compliance mandates.
• Design, implement, and enhance authentication, authorization, identity provisioning, access governance, and privileged access management (PAM) solutions, adopting best practices and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify IAM vulnerabilities and define risk mitigation plans.
• Lead the technical implementation of IAM solutions and provide ongoing oversight to ensure operational excellence.
• Develop and enforce IAM policies, procedures, and standards to foster consistent security across the enterprise.
• Ensure IAM solutions adhere to regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX) and align with frameworks like NIST-CSF and ISO/IEC 27001.
• Integrate IAM capabilities with other security solutions (SIEM, endpoint security, etc.) for comprehensive protection.
• Establish and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the IAM program.
• Stay updated with emerging threats, technology advancements, and industry trends, adapting the IAM strategy accordingly.
• Conduct maturity assessments and develop continuous improvement plans for the IAM service.
• Participate in security architecture reviews and work with enterprise architects to embed IAM controls into broader IT and product architecture.
• Partner with GRC teams to ensure all IAM-related risks are properly documented and managed, driving remediation where necessary.
• Collaborate with application development teams to ensure secure-by-design development and deployment of new applications.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of overall cybersecurity experience, with at least 5+ years specifically focused on IAM.
• Strong background designing and implementing cloud-based IAM solutions (Azure AD, AWS IAM, GCP IAM).
• Proven expertise across:
  • Active Directory, LDAP, SSO, MFA
  • SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect
  • Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Governance (IGA)
• Experience managing IAM programs across hybrid environments (on-prem & cloud).
• Strong understanding of:
  • Secrets management, encryption, PKI, digital certificates
  • Zero Trust Security models
• Experience identifying, analyzing, and remediating IAM-related security risks.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, PCI DSS) and experience translating those into practical IAM controls.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex IAM projects, collaborating across multiple business units and technical teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of interacting with both technical teams and business leadership.

Preferred Certifications

• CISM Certified Information Security Manager
• CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• Relevant Cloud Security certifications (Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security Specialty, GCP Security Engineer)

Good to Have Skills

• Experience integrating IAM with:
  • CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
  • Containerized environments (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Exposure to distributed tracing and logging tools for IAM services.
• Experience automating IAM processes for provisioning, deprovisioning, and audit reporting.

Why Join Blue Yonder?

• Be a part of a global leader in supply chain technology.
• Work on cutting-edge IAM technologies in a cloud-first environment.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive impactful security programs.
• Join a culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

Diversity & Inclusion at Blue Yonder

At Blue Yonder, we celebrate diversity in all forms. Our DIVE (Diversity, Inclusion, Value & Equity) strategy ensures every associate feels included, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic self to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.