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Description
We’re on a path to becoming the best airline in aviation history. Join our Cybersecurity and Digital Risk (CDR) team to help lead the industry in cyber safety, security and resilience. United's CDR team plays a critical role in protecting our operations by enabling secure and resilient systems, managing threats and vulnerabilities, and ensuring swift response and recovery. Our mission is to seamlessly embed cybersecurity and digital risk management into every aspect of our business. We help drive progress and growth through trusted digital solutions, safeguarding assets and empowering our team, all while promoting a cyber-safe and secure environment that supports resilient airline operations.
Job overview and responsibilities
The Principal Architect – Workforce Identity & Access Management will design a modern workforce IAM experience that delivers secure, reliable, scalable, and performant identity platforms and systems. The Principal Architect is a senior level position that works closely with development teams, digital product teams, and other architects across security and business functions to integrate identity security into product and workforce identity lifecycles (for both human and non-human identities) and optimize experiences around risk-based authentication and authorization for our workforce customers.
This technical leader will define, craft, implement, review, advise, and guide implementation of workforce identity architecture and will take a strong hands-on role, working with diverse teams across United as well as with external partners to define and support identity innovation. On any given day, the Principal Architect can be pulled in to evaluate a new tool, contribute to short and long-term strategic Identity roadmaps, or provide guidance across United on IAM relevant standards and frameworks, authentication and authorization protocols, and how to successfully implement these across a range of capabilities.
QualificationsWhat’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
Bachelor's degree (STEM field preferred)7+ years of experience working with cloud/hybrid-based identity and zero-trust enablement platforms related to ForgeRock, Okta, Ping IdentityExperience specific to Microsoft Entra and Duo preferredDeep expertise in identity management, authentication, authorization, and security architecture, including technologies like SSO, MFA, SAML, OAuth2, OIDC, FIDO, and Zero Trust principles Hands-on experience developing enterprise security architecture; Demonstrated ability to build custom IAM tooling for automation, integration, and enhanced capabilities and working with security development lifecycle processes and toolsStrong collaborator, able to influence and build productive relationships across technical and business teamsAbility to effectively articulate security and identity concepts to technical and non-technical audiencesFamiliarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, PCI and SOX requirementsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
Master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or CybersecurityCertifications such as CISM, CISSP, CRISC, CEHMinimum of 10 years of experience in related field, including any combination of the following: threat modeling, secure coding, identity management and authentication, security architecture, data science, machine learning, cryptography, system administration and network security, cloud computing, governance risk and compliance10+ years of experience working with an IAM platforms or technology like Oracle Access Manager, AWS IAM, Azure Active Directory, ZscalerDemonstrated ability to set technical direction and lead organizations through complex architectural transformationsProven experience effectively leveraging AI technologies for identity management, such as ML-based access anomaly detection and generative AI for governanceAirline Industry experienceFamiliarity with transportation sector specific regulatory and compliance requirements Experience in leading/architecting large-scale identity transformation projectsSecurity threat modeling and risk assessmentsExperience implementing Zero Trust architecture.Experience with large language models for security automation Experience leading technical teams and mentoring IAM professionalsExperience with multi-cloud environments
The base pay range for this role is $137,275.00 to $178,670.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.