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Client IAM Analyst

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jan 07, 2026
Title: Client IAM Analyst Location: Chicago, IL or Tempe, AZ Hybrid Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension Responsibilities: Support the Authentication workstream within IEM, specifically client authentication (Client IGA / Client IAM/ CIEM / CIGA). Govern and document authentication controls related to clients who hold assets. Work closely with application owners to: Understand application authentication needs Validate controls, configurations, and access entitlements Ensure appropriate risk treatments are defined and followed for client authentication. Track, remediate, and report on Obsidian-related findings (if applicable). Perform governance and audit support activities, including: Extensive documentation Excel-based tracking and reporting Data management Audit preparation and evidence collection Participate in a firm-wide SAS governance initiative, where IAM (and authentication specifically) is one component of a larger compliance effort. Support environments spanning cloud, hybrid, and legacy systems, with on-prem applications migrating to Azure. Skills & Requirements Experience with client-focused authentication (not internal workforce IAM). Strong understanding of: Client authentication controls Client risk and risk mitigation strategies Access entitlements and baseline authentication configurations Governance experience (documentation-heavy role). Audit experience, including audit support and reporting. Strong Excel skills and comfort with data tracking. Familiarity with authentication models and tools, including: Okta (client authentication use cases specifically) PING Federate Understanding of various authentication methods (biometrics mentioned only as an example; not required to have implemented). Experience working in highly sensitive, regulated environments. Experience: Client IGA / Client IAM experience using any relevant tool. Audit experience supporting governance, controls testing, and documentation. Knowledge of client-facing risk, controls, and compliance requirements. Prior work in financial services or similarly regulated industries is beneficial. Top 3 must-haves: Experience with client IGA (any relevant tool) Audit experience Understanding of client controls and client-related risks Nice to Haves: Hands-on experience with Okta for client authentication (preferred, not mandatory). Experience with Obsidian Security, particularly remediation. Azure exposure, especially in environments migrating from on-prem to cloud. Familiarity with similar client IAM tools beyond Okta and PING