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Join Enterprise IT Security (EITS) in securing the IT journey for the Volvo Group. We are seeking an experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) professional to advise on IAM processes, collaborate with teams, and establish effective security measures. Key responsibilities include IAM advisory, oversight, policy formulation, compliance oversight, risk evaluation, employee training, and security reviews. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant field required. CISSP or CISM certification preferred. Profound understanding of IAM security and best practices. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

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Job Description
We, at Enterprise IT Security (EITS), are on a mission to secure the IT journey for the Volvo Group. We work closely together with stakeholders across several Business Areas (BAs), Truck Divisions (TDs), and Group Functions (GFs). While the BAs are responsible for driving the business, the TDs provide research, development, manufacturing, and assembly. Within Volvo Group, the GFs own the Group agenda, provide strategic direction and have global responsibility.

With Enterprise IT Security you will be part of Group Digital & IT. A global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust each other, and embrace change to stay ahead.

Position Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced and highly capable Identity and Access Management (IAM) to join our team. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in defining how we secure our Identity and Access Management area. They will be responsible for advising various departments from Group Digital & IT how to securely run IAM processes, what are the security best practices that should be followed and what Volvo directives say about securing IAM processes. Collaboration with developers, architects, and DevOps teams to establish and maintain effective security measures, policies, and procedures will be a central aspect of this role.

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:

  1. IAM Advisory: Provide advisory to teams and projects across all IAM topics as it relates to both cloud and on-premises enterprise technology, and the relationship between the architectures, requirements, pattern, etc. Participate in Identity and Access Management enterprise governance processes and drive IAM standards adoption. Subject-matter expertise across all IAM topics which provide IT security and risk advisory to Cyber Security leaders and IT teams across Volvo Group. Drive the adoption of creative solutions to address complex, global IAM problems.
  2. IAM Oversight: Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the organization's strategic approach to IAM area, with the goal of mitigating risks and preventing breaches. Help build the security framework for how to collaborate with projects on IAM area topics and requirements.
  3. Policy Formulation: Craft, update, and enforce IAM policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Perform gap analyses of our adherence to information security control frameworks (ISO, ISF, NIST, etc.) Assess, identify, and implement new IT/OT security controls on various projects across organization. Review existing IAM policies, procedures, guidelines, and instructions update/create where gaps exist.
  4. Compliance Oversight: Monitor and ensure adherence to information protection laws and regulations, taking necessary actions to maintain compliance. Review coverage and effectiveness of existing IAM IT and OT security controls.
  5. Risk Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive assessments of IAM risks identifying vulnerabilities, assess potential impact, and recommend effective security measures. Perform risk management activities from the initial identification throughout assessment and identifying mitigating actions.
  6. Employee Training: Deliver training and awareness initiatives to educate employees on Identity and Access management area best practices.
  7. Security Reviews and Assessments: Regularly conduct security reviews and assessments to identify weaknesses and propose strategies for improvement. Assist in major vendor assessments and contractual negotiations in IAM area.


Qualifications
 

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a relevant field. A Master's degree is advantageous.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), are highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in roles focusing on IAM.
  • Profound understanding of IAM security, compliance frameworks, and prevailing security best practices.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to assess risks and propose effective solutions.
  • Outstanding communication skills to convey intricate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in conducting security assessments, risk evaluations, and vulnerability analyses.
  • Familiarity with security technologies, encryption methods, access controls, and authentication mechanisms.
  • Collaborative mindset for effective cross-functional teamwork and the ability to influence decision-making processes.
  • Strong organizational acumen and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and advancements in the field of data security.
     
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Company

Volvo Group

Job Posted

10 months ago

Job Type

Full-time

WorkMode

On-site

Experience Level

3-7 Years

Category

Technology

Locations

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Qualification

Bachelor or Master

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