Product Owner – IAM Authentication (NextGen)
We are looking for an experienced Product Owner to lead the strategy and delivery of next-generation Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Authentication capabilities. The role focuses on modernizing authentication platforms, strengthening API and cloud identity security, and driving passwordless and Zero Trust initiatives across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive the roadmap for IAM Authentication and Secrets Security platforms.
- Lead modernization initiatives across Identity Providers (IDP), API security, cloud identity, and authentication services.
- Partner with architecture, engineering, security, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable IAM solutions.
- Champion modern authentication technologies including MFA, FIDO2/passkeys, adaptive authentication, and Zero Trust models.
- Manage product backlog, delivery priorities, governance, and stakeholder alignment.
- Define KPIs around authentication reliability, security posture, operational efficiency, and user experience.
- Support enterprise-wide IAM transformation and consolidation initiatives.
Required Experience
- 15+ years of experience within Cybersecurity, IAM, or Enterprise Technology environments.
- Strong Product Owner / Technical Security leadership experience within large enterprise or banking environments.
- Hands-on knowledge of IAM technologies such as:
- Entra ID / Azure AD
- HashiCorp Vault
- CyberArk
- OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML
- API Security & Zero Trust architectures
- Experience with cloud identity, authentication modernization, and IAM governance.
- Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and enterprise-scale transformation programs.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Preferred
- CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or similar security certifications.
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) is advantageous.
- Experience within financial services or highly regulated environments.
