Senior Security Advisor - IAM (Remote in the US)

GuidePoint Security is seeking a Senior Security Advisor - IAM to lead structured IAM assessment engagements for small and medium-sized businesses across multiple industries.

The successful candidate will deliver comprehensive current state analysis, future state recommendations, maturity enhancements, and strategic roadmaps.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading IAM assessment engagements and delivering executive-ready deliverables
• Facilitating discovery sessions to evaluate client environments across IGA, AM, PAM, and Identity Verification (IdV) domains
• Developing polished, executive-ready deliverables that address people, process, and technology recommendations
• Serving as a trusted advisor during the presales process, identifying and aligning the right IAM services to client needs
• Supporting clients through vendor selection and helping define a clear path forward for IAM program improvements
• Collaborating with internal teams to continuously develop and refine assessment methodology and service offerings
• Contributing to thought leadership through development of reusable frameworks, templates, and best practice content
• Embracing emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in IAM strategy, governance, and advisory services spanning IGA, AM, PAM, and IdV
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to create and present compelling, executive-level deliverables
• Experience conducting IAM maturity assessments and developing strategic roadmaps
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships across technical and business audiences
• 4-5 years of experience supporting presales engagements, scoping complex IAM projects, and developing statements of work
• Deep understanding of IAM industry standards, frameworks, and best practices including NIST, ISO, and OWASP
• Self-motivated with the ability to effectively manage a remote work environment and work independently
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex IAM concepts into clear business value and risk language for executive audiences

Preferred qualifications:

• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA
• Familiarity with IAM-related compliance frameworks such as SOX, HIPAA, or GDPR
• Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative advisory approaches and presentation styles that clearly communicate complex IAM concepts to diverse audiences
• Familiarity with common IAM vendor landscapes to support objective vendor selection guidance

Benefits:

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option