About the assignment
As IAM Product Specialist, you own the vision and execution of identity and access management solutions. You bridge the gap between security requirements, business needs, and technical delivery.
You work with stakeholders to define product roadmaps, evaluate platforms, and optimise existing deployments. Your decisions directly impact how thousands of users access systems securely and efficiently.
This role combines deep IAM expertise with strategic thinking. You'll influence architecture, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with identity governance standards.
Your responsibilities
- Define and execute IAM product strategy aligned with security and business objectives
- Evaluate identity platforms (SailPoint, CyberArk, Okta, Entra ID, ForgeRock, Saviynt) against requirements
- Design identity governance frameworks covering RBAC, ABAC, and JML lifecycle processes
- Lead cross-functional teams through platform implementations and optimisations
- Establish access control policies and ensure compliance with security standards
- Monitor platform performance, troubleshoot complex configurations, and advise on best practices
- Create technical documentation and conduct knowledge-sharing sessions
- Manage vendor relationships and oversee platform upgrades and maintenance
Tech Stack & Tools
Platforms & Tooling
Frameworks & Standards
Cloud & Infrastructure
Methodologies
Certifications (preferred)
Must-haves
- 8+ years IAM experience in enterprise environments
- Hands-on expertise with at least two major IAM platforms
- Deep understanding of identity governance, RBAC, and access control models
- Experience designing and deploying identity solutions end-to-end
- Strong stakeholder management and technical communication skills
Nice-to-haves
- CISSP, CISM, or platform-specific IAM certifications
- PAM (Privileged Access Management) implementation experience
- Background in compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIS2)
- Vendor management and contract negotiation experience
What we offer
- Strategic influence on security architecture and identity strategy
- Work with cutting-edge IAM platforms and emerging identity technologies
- Mentoring opportunity for junior security team members
- Professional development in vendor certifications and advanced frameworks
- Flexible work arrangements and modern tooling
- Personal guidance from a dedicated MVPeople consultant who knows your niche
The process
Introduction
Phone call with your MVPeople consultant (within 24 hours)
Match & Brief
We discuss the assignment in detail and prepare you
Client meeting
Introduction to the client
Start
Contracting and onboarding
Details
Type
Consultancy
Location
Utrecht
Work model
Hybrid
Level
Senior
Industry
overige
Posted
15 May 2026
Contact
MVPeople Group
jobs@mvpeoplegroup.com