Cyber Security Engineer (Identity and Access Management)
Garmin · Olathe, KS
- On site
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Olathe, KS
Job highlights
- Implement and operate identity security services at Garmin.
- Collaborate with teams on security processes and tooling.
- Design integrated security solutions and automate tasks.
- Support IAM systems and enhance security posture.
- Requires BS degree and 2+ years relevant experience.
About the role
Cyber Security Engineer IAM
Garmin is seeking a full-time Cyber Security Engineer specializing in Identity and Access Management (IAM) at our U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. This role is crucial for the implementation and operation of Garmin's identity security services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both traditional and modern identity providers, collaborating across business segments and IT to enhance the services, processes, policies, and tooling used to secure Garmin identities. As a specialist in identity security, you will also support incident response, remediation, security incidents, and service incidents.
About the Role
In this position, you will serve as a trusted advisor to cybersecurity teams and Garmin business segments on various cybersecurity domains. You will collaborate within a team of skilled security professionals, fostering knowledge transfer, skill development, and a culture of continuous learning. Key responsibilities include identifying opportunities for automation and scripting to enhance tool integrations and workflows, and contributing to project and program planning with accurate status updates.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop complex, integrated solutions to meet business requirements and improve security system performance.
- Contribute to the team's roadmap and priorities, and participate in the evaluation and adoption of emerging security technologies.
- Support the design and implementation of cutting-edge systems to fortify and advance Garmin's Identity & Access Management (IAM) Systems.
- Communicate security findings and strategies effectively to diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Document and explain complex technologies and new processes to management and end users.
- Automate manual tasks using scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, and/or BASH.
- Stay current with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and emerging threats.
- Actively develop relevant skills to grow technical depth in IAM.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to contribute positively to a collaborative, team-focused environment.
- Proactive problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset and a track record of delivering effective resolutions.
- Independent time management, prioritization, and follow-up task management abilities.
- Consistent delivery of well-organized, high-quality documentation.
- Understanding of core information technology services (networking, storage, databases, web services).
- Experience supporting Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems and solutions.
- Understanding of and experience managing Active Directory Domain Services.
- Understanding of and experience managing Entra ID.
- Hands-on experience with enterprise Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) services.
- Practical experience with modern authentication standards (OIDC, SAML, OAuth).
- Experience implementing and managing single-sign-on, multifactor authentication, and passwordless solutions.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Azure or AWS public cloud services.
- Experience with certificate management, including PKI.
- Experience with Role Based Access Management (RBAC) for organizations and individuals.
- Familiarity with developer tooling (e.g., code repositories, CI/CD platforms).
- Experience troubleshooting user and systemic issues.
- Familiarity with scripting or query languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, KQL, SPL, SQL, LDAP).
- Experience developing, testing, and implementing scripts for automation.
- Understanding and use of container-based platforms and related services.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age, or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Employment Benefits.
Key skills/competency
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Cyber Security Engineering
- Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
- Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
- Authentication Standards (OIDC, SAML, OAuth)
- Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Scripting (PowerShell, Python)
- Cloud Security (Azure, AWS)
Skills & topics
- Cyber Security Engineer
- IAM
- Identity and Access Management
- Cybersecurity
- Security Engineering
- Access Control
- Authentication
- Authorization
- Information Security
- IT Security
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with IAM systems, Active Directory, Entra ID, IGA, and modern authentication standards like OIDC, SAML, and OAuth. Quantify achievements where possible.
- Craft a compelling application: Clearly articulate your problem-solving skills, collaborative approach, and understanding of core IT services in your cover letter or application.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with IAM implementations, scripting (PowerShell, Python), and cloud security.
- Showcase your collaboration: Demonstrate your ability to work in a team, communicate complex ideas, and act as a trusted advisor.
- Research Garmin's values: Align your responses with Garmin's commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Technical preparation
Master Active Directory and Entra ID administration.,Practice scripting with PowerShell and Python.,Understand OIDC, SAML, and OAuth flows.,Familiarize with cloud IAM (Azure/AWS).
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex security problem you solved.,How do you foster collaboration within a team?,Explain a security concept to a non-technical audience.,How do you stay updated on security trends?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems does Garmin use for this Cyber Security Engineer role?
- This Cyber Security Engineer role at Garmin focuses on implementing and operating identity security services. Key systems mentioned include Active Directory Domain Services, Entra ID, and enterprise Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) services. Experience with modern authentication standards like OIDC, SAML, and OAuth, as well as single-sign-on and multi-factor authentication solutions, is essential.
- What level of experience is required for the Cyber Security Engineer IAM position at Garmin?
- The Cyber Security Engineer IAM position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, IT, MIS, Business) along with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. This experience should include supporting IAM systems, managing Active Directory and Entra ID, and working with IGA services and modern authentication standards.
- Does Garmin offer opportunities for professional development in cybersecurity for this role?
- Yes, Garmin encourages continuous learning and skill development. The Cyber Security Engineer role involves staying up-to-date with the latest security trends and actively developing relevant skills to grow technical depth in IAM. Collaboration within the team also promotes knowledge transfer.
- What is the expected work environment and team collaboration for the Cyber Security Engineer IAM at Garmin?
- The Cyber Security Engineer IAM position is a full-time role at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. You will collaborate across business segments and IT, working within a team of highly skilled security professionals. The role emphasizes a collaborative, team-focused environment with knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- How does Garmin support work-life balance for its Cyber Security Engineers?
- While the job description doesn't detail specific work-life balance initiatives, it does mention that this position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Garmin is an equal opportunity employer located in the Greater Kansas City area, and encourages a collaborative environment. Further details on benefits can be found on their employment benefits page.
- What are the key technical skills needed for the Cyber Security Engineer IAM job at Garmin?
- Key technical skills for this role include experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems, Active Directory Domain Services, Entra ID, Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), modern authentication standards (OIDC, SAML, OAuth), single-sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python. Experience with Azure/AWS is a plus.