We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.We are seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in Identity & Access Management (IAM) to serve as the enterprise authority for identity security governance and architecture. This role defines the long-term IAM strategy, establishes enterprise-wide standards, and ensures identity risks are managed consistently across the organization.This position provides strategic leadership and architectural oversight, not operational provisioning or day-to-day platform administration.In this role, you will:Own the enterprise IAM governance and architecture strategyDefine multi-year IAM roadmap aligned to Zero Trust and business prioritiesInfluence funding, prioritization, and sequencing of IAM initiativesRepresent identity risk and posture to senior leadership and governance forumsEstablish enterprise identity reference architectures and guardrailsAct as final design authority for identity integrations and access modelsDefine authentication, authorization, and privilege models across platformsEnsure consistency across workforce, application, and privileged identitiesGuide adoption of password-less, JIT access, and adaptive authenticationDefine enterprise IAM policies, standards, and control frameworksOversee access governance methodologies (reviews, certifications, exceptions)Establish IAM risk metrics and maturity assessmentsDrive remediation of systemic identity risksProvide executive-level support for audits and regulatory inquiriesPartner with IT, HR, Legal, Compliance, and Engineering teamsInfluence identity operating models without direct operational ownershipLead working groups and design councils related to identityEvaluate IAM, IGA, and PAM technologies from a strategic perspectiveDefine success criteria for IAM tooling and integrationsStay current with identity threat trends and evolving best practicesYour background:Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Information Security/Assurance, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience6-8 years of experience in cybersecurity, identity security, or security engineeringDeep expertise in IAM governance, architecture, and risk managementProven experience leading enterprise-scale IAM initiativesStrong understanding of zero trust identity architectures, RBAC / ABAC and role governance, privileged access governance and admin models, and Identity lifecycle / access assuranceExperience influencing architecture and security outcomes across large organizationsExcellent executive communication and stakeholder management skillsAdditionally, it would be beneficial if you have:Experience operating as a principal, lead architect, or enterprise security architectIdentity platform experience across multiple vendors (Entra ID, Okta, SailPoint, CyberArk, etc.)Experience in regulated or complex enterprise environmentsCertifications such as CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, or identity-focused credentialsIf this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:CompensationGenerous remuneration package.Employee Stock Purchase Plan Enrollment.Vacation, Family, and Health30 days paid annual vacation.An extra day off for your birthday.2 additional days off for volunteering.Premium healthcare and dental care coverage.Additional pension insurance.Well-equipped gym on-site with CrossFit equipment and a climbing wall.Co-funded Multisport card.Daycare Center for your little ones onsite.Flexible working hoursFree underground parking with a designated space for bikes, motorbikes and electric scooters.Apply now!#LI-Hybrid #LI-GV1
