Sr. Security Engineer I - Identity Access Management

Smartsheet is a tech company with a human story to tell. We’re here to empower teams to manage projects, automate workflows, and rapidly build new secure solutions, using simple no-code tools. We’re revolutionaries – so for us changing the way the world works is all in a day’s work.

Smartsheet is looking for a Security Engineer to own and elevate our Identity Access Management (IAM) program. You will be responsible for securing our critical systems and data by analyzing existing IAM platforms, designing and implementing robust authentication, authorization, and RBAC solutions, and collaborating across teams to ensure a secure and efficient access environment.  This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Smartsheet's security posture by driving continuous improvement initiatives in IAM practices.

This position reports to the Sr. Director, Identity Access Management. This is a remote eligible position and you may work remotely from anywhere in the US where Smartsheet is registered.

You Will:

• Play a key role in the formulation of the overarching identity access management technical strategy & roadmap, including system design, standards, and procedures
• Tackle complex IAM challenges by designing and implementing innovative solutions that meet Smartsheet's evolving security needs.
• Work alongside product engineering teams and Corporate IT engineers to ensure IAM security controls and protective measures are implemented
• Serve as a subject matter expert and act as a coach and mentor to colleagues within the organization, guiding them in the adoption of best practices in identity and access management
• Investigate and respond to security incidents related to identity and access management, working with the broader security team to mitigate potential risks.
• Aggregate and present pivotal Identity and Access Management (IAM) Metrics, offering a clear view of ongoing efforts and showcasing the progress made
• Drive a culture of continuous process improvement, with a particular focus on optimizing identity and access management systems and related processes.
• Collaborate closely with IT and other business teams to enhance provisioning and access management processes, promoting operational efficiency and security.

You Have:

• 7+ years of total experience as an engineer in the field of cyber security or IT with direct work in identity management systems
• Experience and understanding of identity and access management and correlating concepts, such as Role-based Access Control, user directories, Single Sign-On, privileged access management, and multifactor authentication (MFA). 
• Experience deploying and/or utilizing security tooling such as Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Vulnerability scanning tools, Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and customer service skills. 
• Extremely versed in application programming interface (API) concepts and methods 
• Strong working knowledge of multiple frameworks. (SOC2, NIST, CIS, FEDRAMP) 
• Working knowledge of privileged user management tools
• General information security certification (e.g., CISSP, GSEC, etc.) 
• Experience with IAM within Okta, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure and Active Directory

US Perks & Benefits:

• HSA, 100% employer-paid premiums, or Buy-up medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employees
• Stock - Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) for eligible roles
• Lucrative Employee Stock Purchase Program (15% discount)
• 401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)
• Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
• Flexible Time Away Program, plus Incidental Sick Leave
• US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
• US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year
• Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave
• Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
• Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses
• Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account
• Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)

Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity and some roles may be eligible for a RSU stock grant upon accepted offer. 

Get to Know Us:

At Smartsheet, we’ve created a place where everyone is welcome — people from all over the world, all backgrounds, all ages, all colors, and all beliefs working side by side. Here, everyone can make a difference and empower others to do the same. You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description—if your career path has been nontraditional, that will set you apart. At Smartsheet, we empower everyone, everywhere to change the way the world works—join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, and Japan. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

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