[Remote] IT - IAM and Apps - Identity and Access Management Specialist

Remote, USA
Posted Jun 15, 2026
Full-time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Golden 1 Credit Union is seeking an Identity and Access Management Specialist to oversee access and identity management functions and data governance. The role involves configuring role-based access controls, performing audits, and providing operational support for the Active Directory infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Onboarding and off boarding of all users by provisioning and deprovisioning access within all necessary applications
  • Provide operational support and act as a technical resource for the Active Directory infrastructure as well as various system, including incident, change, and problem management
  • Account lifecycle management, governance, and administration from inception to termination for all users. Managing access privileges of people both inside and outside the organization
  • Engage business leaders for approvals to update new roles and procedures using “least privileged” access methodology
  • Efficiently providing the right person, the right system access at the right time
  • Working with users to resolve issues conflicts with systems and services
  • Help users understand and apply identity security concepts, processes, and technologies
  • Interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems and make recommendations for improvements
  • Help balance security needs and employee experience to craft seamless authentication and identity management experiences
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of IAM systems by monitoring system performance, configuration, maintenance and repair
  • Maintain best practices for implementing new technologies and decommissioning legacy systems
  • Troubleshoot complex technical issues
  • Work to ensure audit tasks related to Identity Management are completed, with the participation of appropriate partners and in line with corporate policies
  • Communicate and/or prepare information for audit by extracting and presenting key metrics for reporting and analysis
  • Solve and manage the resolution of issues related to identities, systems, access, accounts, authentication, authorization, entitlements, and permissions
  • Create and populate additional fields within Active Directory and other systems
  • Modify and populate existing fields within Active Directory and other systems
  • Participate in project planning sessions
  • Perform user testing
  • A clear understanding of role-based access control and chooses the most appropriate option to maintain a "least privilege" level of access for all users
  • Deploying modern access management options, such as single sign-on (SSO), federated identities, multi-factor authentication (MFA) and privileged account management
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to credit union compliance including bank secrecy and anti-money laundering laws appropriate to the position

Skills

  • Minimum two-year degree in Information Technology or Management Information Systems (MIS). Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • One (1) or more years' experience with Systems Administration and Applications including Active Directory and AZURE AD
  • A strong understanding of user entitlement reviews, end to end provisioning processes and user lifecycle management
  • Knowledge of least privilege methodology, role-based access control, security regulations, support which includes ticket management, customer services, permissions and groups
  • Troubleshooting skills with networking and computer systems, can multitask, work in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent user experience
  • Advanced analytical problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze datasets and present in a format that facilitates senior management decision making
  • Proven ability to work independently and in a multi-tasking environment
  • Strong communications skills & facilitation experience across all levels
  • Strong sense of ethics, integrity, and professionalism
  • Demonstrate Golden 1 core values
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and Management Information Systems (MIS) or related field preferred
  • Prior experience with information security best practices is a plus

Company Overview

  • Golden 1 Credit Union is a financial cooperative that offers checking, savings, home loan, investment, insurance and online services. It was founded in 1933, and is headquartered in Sacramento, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.golden1.com/.

  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Golden 1 Credit Union has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2024, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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