Identity Access Management Developer III Job Category: Information Technology Department: IT Operations & Infrastructure Location: Los Angeles, CA, US, 90017 Position Type: Full Time Requisition ID: 12754 Salary Range: $105,267.00 (Min.) - $139,478.00 (Mid.) - $173,689.00 (Max.) Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time. Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. Job Summary The Identity Access Management (IAM) Developer III is responsible for the architect, design, develop, and maintain a secure, scalable, and automated identity solutions that support enterprise-wide access governance, compliance, and operational efficiency. This position ensures that access to systems and data is provisioned appropriately, monitored continuously, and aligned with regulatory requirements such as Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST), and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) mandates. The IAM Developer III will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement identity lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and integration with cloud and on-premises systems. Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), serves as a resource and mentor for other staff. Duties Develop and design technical IAM solutions that align with business requirements. Implement IAM solutions including provisioning, de-provisioning, authentication, and authorization workflows. Develop and maintain integrations with enterprise applications. Automate identity lifecycle processes using scripting and orchestration tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure IAM solutions meet regulatory and audit requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders, document technical solutions thoroughly, and provide technical expertise to the team. Implement automated processes to improve self-service capabilities, enhance security audits, and streamline access management. Support incident response and troubleshooting related to access issues and identity breaches. Participate in strategic projects including cloud migration, zero-trust architecture, and digital transformation initiatives. Implement, manage, and maintain identity and access services, including user roles, authentication, and authorization. Implement and maintain technologies to ensure audit and privacy compliance and stay up to date with security trends. Maintain documentation and contribute to IAM governance policies and procedures. Monitor and optimize IAM system performance and access logs for anomalies. Apply subject matter expertise in evaluating business operations and processes. Identify areas where technical solutions would improve business performance. Consult across business operations, provide mentorship, and contribute specialized knowledge. Ensure that the facts and details are correct so that the program's deliverable meets the needs of the department, organization and legislation's policies, standards, and best practices. Provide training and recommend process improvements as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Duties Continued Education Required Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Related Field In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered. Education Preferred Master's Degree in Information Security or Related Field Experience Required: At least 5 of experience in IAM technologies, with a focus on development and systems integration. Experience with Application Programming Interface (API) architecture styles and working with APIs. Experience with both Windows and Linux/Unix environments. Experience performing root cause analysis of complex issues. Preferred: Experience with DevOps tools and Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. Skills Required: Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, etc.) Strong understanding of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), and identity federation. In-depth understanding of IAM concepts, including identity stores, authentication, authorization, and protocols Strong analytical and complex problem-solving abilities. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, such as encryption, secure coding practices, and threat modeling. Strong time management and organizational skills. Effective communication skills including verbal, written and presentation; speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Ability to work independently and provide leadership within a team environment. Ability to produce deliverables and tasks on time. Ability to collaborate with strong teamwork skills and work well independently with limited supervision. Preferred: Familiarity with cloud security best practices. Licenses/Certifications Required Licenses/Certifications Preferred Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate Saviynt Certified Administrator Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) Or equivalent security certification Required Training Preferred: IAM platform-specific training (e.g., Saviynt, Azure AD) Physical Requirements Light Additional Information This position supports enterprise security and compliance initiatives and is critical to enabling secure digital transformation in a regulated healthcare environment. Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change. L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including + Paid Time Off (PTO) + Tuition Reimbursement + Retirement Plans + Medical, Dental and Vision + Wellness Program + Volunteer Time Off (VTO)