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Vendor-specific certifications for identity tools such as ForgeRock, Okta, Ping Identity, or SailPoint. * Experience establishing ICAM within a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) framework. Clearance ...

Vendor-specific certifications for identity tools such as ForgeRock, Okta, Ping Identity, or SailPoint. * Experience establishing ICAM within a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) framework. Clearance ...

Vendor-specific certifications for identity tools such as ForgeRock, Okta, Ping Identity, or SailPoint. * Experience establishing ICAM within a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) framework. Clearance ...

Sr. IAM Engineer

Newark, NJ · On-site

$109K - $150K/yr

... architecture, builds, and configurations for solutions provided. Advanced experience and/or expertise in several of the following; ForgeRock SAAS or On Prem. This includes ability to install and ...

Technical Architect (No H1B)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$71.50 - $86.25/hr

Deploy VIP-ForgeRock solution to provide foundational capabilities to NBCU around customer management/enablement. * Establish the customer schema, CRUD interfaces for basic customer profile ...

Senior IAM Engineer

Cottonwood Heights, UT

$99K - $136K/yr

Okta, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, or similar IAM solutions * Java and Spring Boot * Microservices architecture * RESTful APIs and enterprise integrations * React and modern JavaScript frameworks ...

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How much do forgerock architect jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for forgerock architect in the United States is $61.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.07 and $75.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a ForgeRock Architect typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during identity and access management (IAM) projects?

A ForgeRock Architect works closely with security, development, operations, and business teams to design and implement IAM solutions tailored to organizational needs. They often facilitate workshops to gather requirements, create technical blueprints, and ensure seamless integration with existing IT systems. Collaboration includes mentoring developers on ForgeRock best practices, coordinating with project managers to meet deadlines, and communicating with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives. This role requires strong interpersonal skills to navigate the complexities of cross-departmental projects and ensure successful outcomes.

What is the difference between Forgerock Architect vs Forgerock Developer?

AspectForgerock ArchitectForgerock Developer
Primary RoleDesigns and oversees the implementation of ForgeRock identity solutionsDevelops and codes ForgeRock modules and integrations
Required SkillsArchitecture, system design, project managementProgramming, scripting, technical troubleshooting
CertificationsForgeRock certifications, architecture credentialsForgeRock developer certifications
Work EnvironmentProject planning, client interaction, high-level designCode development, testing, debugging

The Forgerock Architect focuses on designing and planning ForgeRock solutions, ensuring they meet client needs, while the Forgerock Developer implements these designs through coding and technical development. Both roles require ForgeRock certifications but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is a ForgeRock Architect?

A ForgeRock Architect is an IT professional who specializes in designing and implementing identity and access management (IAM) solutions using ForgeRock products. They are responsible for planning system architecture, integrating ForgeRock Identity Platform components, and ensuring security and scalability. Their expertise includes understanding authentication, authorization, user provisioning, and directory services. ForgeRock Architects often collaborate with stakeholders to tailor solutions that meet business and regulatory requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a ForgeRock Architect, and why are they important?

To thrive as a ForgeRock Architect, you need deep expertise in identity and access management (IAM), strong knowledge of ForgeRock suite (such as Identity Management and Access Management), and relevant experience in solution architecture. Familiarity with tools like ForgeRock Directory Services, scripting languages, and cloud platforms, along with certifications like ForgeRock Certified Access Management Specialist, is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and project leadership skills help you design and implement secure, scalable IAM solutions. These competencies ensure robust security, seamless user experiences, and the successful delivery of complex identity projects.
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Principal Security Architect

First Horizon Bank

Memphis, TN • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 22 days ago


First Horizon Bank rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 141 rated banks


Job description

Location: Memphis, TN

Weekly Schedule: Monday- Friday: 9am-5pm

Primary Responsibilities
  • Manages solution design from conception, through ARB, to delivery
  • Primarily responsible for producing architecture documentation for security applications as assigned and as projects and programs of work dictate
  • Maintains First Horizon’s Security Architecture Pattern Inventory (across identity, data, application, network, and cloud) as a member of the Core Enterprise Architecture Team
  • Leads security design workshops and POC efforts for new (security) capabilities
  • Validates 3rd Party/Vendor Solutions for security concerns
  • Aligns Information Security Technology strategy and planning with First Horizon’s business goals and objectives
  • Promotes the use of a shared infrastructure and application roadmap to reduce costs and improve how assets are secured
  • Builds and maintains technical trusted advisor relationships with influential technical decision makers within Technology
  • Works with engineers to ensure that technical solutions as delivered align with Information Security Standards and Policies
  • Works with Portfolio technology leaders to include IT Risk and Security Exception initiatives in portfolio roadmap
  • Manage Encryption Standards: key management, tokenization for payments, DLP/classification/handling; architect PCI DSS segmentation boundaries and compensating controls.
  • Manage Network/Zero Trust Standards: microsegmentation across Azure and colocation; secure branch/office connectivity; define workload identity and continuous verification patterns; enforce least privilege.
  • Detection/telemetry: Publish Splunk logging schema, retention, and correlation strategies; onboard logs from Azure, Colo, API Gateways, IAM, CyberArk, MFaaS, and core platforms; drive ATT&CKaligned detections and forensic readiness.
  • Secure SDLC and supply chain: Operationalize threat modeling; collaboratively define CI/CD control overlays with DevOps; establish artifact signing/SBOM standards; ensure secrets handling and container/Kubernetes baselines where applicable.
  • Governance and risk: Maintain control overlays mapped to FFIEC/GLBA/PCI/NIST; lead design reviews; manage exceptions with remediation timelines; produce audit-ready decision records in partnership with the CISO team.
  • Payments and third-party/SaaS: Define intake and security requirements for MFaaS, Salesforce, ServiceNow, FIS/Fiserv/Bottomline integrations—identity, logging, data handling, and PCI scoping.
  • Physical security integration: Align building access, video, and visitor systems with identity and logging patterns; coordinate incident playbooks with Corporate/Physical Security.
  • Enablement and influence: Mentor senior architects and engineering associates; lead communities of practice; communicate strategy, benefits, and trade-offs to executives and delivery teams.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field
  • (12+) years of Information Security experience
  • (7+) years of Security Architecture
  • Experience in regulated financial services
  • Experience with Azure security architecture across multi-tenant/region and hybrid environments; strong Zero Trust and network segmentation expertise
  • Regulatory fluency: FFIEC, GLBA, PCI DSS; practical NIST CSF/800-53 mapping; MITRE ATT&CKaligned detection design.
  • Experience with technical documentation like interaction diagrams, process diagrams, network topologies and other architectural content
  • Experience with Agile/SAFe methodologies
  • Experience with Enterprise Architecture Governance: ARB/design councils, exception handling, and audit narratives; ability to set and harmonize enterprise standards.
Certifications/Licensures
  • Strongly preferred: CISSP or CompTIA Security+
  • Microsoft Azure Security Engineer or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Preferred: CCSP; CISM or CRISC; SANS GCSA or GCLD; PCI Professional (PCIP) or equivalent GIAC enterprise defense/IR certifications
Skills And Competencies
  • Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly
  • Enterprise architectural leadership across identity, cloud, application, data, and network security.
  • IAM for associates (Entra ID, Active Directory) and clients (Transmit Security, ForgeRock/Ping, or Okta); OAuth/OIDC; phishing-resistant MFA/passkeys; PAM integration and privileged pathway design.
  • Integration Security: FAPI, OAuth2.0, FDX, mTLS, rate limiting, schema validation, abuse/bot mitigation, CIAM integration, OWASP, and high-quality telemetry to Splunk.
  • Secure SDLC and supply chain: threat modeling, pipeline security, artifact signing/SBOM, dependency hygiene, and secrets management.
  • Communication, influence, and enablement: ability to translate risk to business impact, drive adoption, and coach peers and engineers.
  • Ownership and execution: measurable risk reduction, pattern adoption, and crossteam collaboration.

About Us

First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com. 

Benefit Highlights

• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision

• HSA with company match

• Maternity and parental leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Mentor program

• 401(k) with 6% match

• More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits

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