Trace3 - Sr. Security Solutions Architect | IGA/PAM/NHI (Remote)

Chicago, IL$188k - $188k3w ago

In Office Principal NA Security Architect Solutions Architect Governance Enterprise Sales

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred. • 6+ years of experience designing, implementing, or architecting Identity and Access Management solutions. • 3+ years in customer-facing consulting, architecture, or presale role. • Strong hands-on experience with Okta Workforce Identity Cloud or Entra ID required, including architecture, implementation, and customer advisory experience. • Strong expertise in at least one of the following: Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, or Identity Governance platforms (SailPoint, Saviynt, etc.). • Experience leading customer workshops, assessments, and architecture discussions. • Experience developing Identity strategies, roadmaps, or transformation initiatives. • Ability to communicate effectively with both executive and technical audiences. • Strong written, verbal, presentation, and relationship-building skills. • Demonstrated ability to present architectural recommendations and business value to executive and technical audiences. • CISSP or equivalent security certification. • Okta certification is strongly preferred; Microsoft Identity, SailPoint, or related certifications are also valued. • Experience with Non-Human Identity (NHI) and Machine Identity particularly valued; PAM or PKI/CLM experience is also a plus. • Experience supporting enterprise sales cycles, solution development, and customer advisory engagements. • Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

Responsibilities

• Customer Advisory & Presales • Lead customer discovery sessions, workshops, and Identity assessments. • Develop Identity strategies, maturity assessments, and transformation roadmaps. • Serve as a trusted advisor to security leaders, architects, and executive stakeholders. • Partner with sales teams to identify, qualify, and advance Identity opportunities. • Present solution recommendations, business cases, and architectural guidance to customers. • Lead or support proposal development, Statements of Work (SOWs), solution architecture, and technical win strategies. • Lead or support vendor, platform, and solution evaluations by helping customers compare alternatives, understand tradeoffs, and select technologies that align with their long-term Identity strategy. • Identity Architecture • Provide strategy and architectural guidance across: • Core Identity (Major) Areas • Authentication & Authorization • Okta Workforce Identity Cloud • Microsoft Entra ID • Active Directory • Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) • Non-Human Identity (NHI) • Adjacent Identity (Minor) Areas • Service Account & Workload Identity Security • Privileged Access Management (PAM) • PKI & Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) • Practice Development • Contribute to reusable offerings, workshops, assessments, and reference architectures. • Support strategic partner relationships and emerging Identity technologies. • Mentor team members and contribute to the growth of the Identity practice.

Benefits

• $188,000—$200,000 USD • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability • Competitive Compensation • Training and development programs • Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages • Collaborative and cool culture • Work-life balance and generous paid time off • Our Commitment • At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do. • We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.