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Mondelez International is hiring IAM Senior Manager & Product Owner - Identity Governance & Lifecycle Management Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and visionary IAM Senior Manager & Product ...

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How much do identity governance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for identity governance in the United States is $67.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67.31 and $80.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Identity Governance position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Identity Governance professional, you need expertise in identity and access management (IAM) concepts, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Okta, or Microsoft Azure AD, and certifications like Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication skills help individuals effectively manage access controls and collaborate with other IT stakeholders. These abilities are vital for protecting sensitive data, ensuring compliance, and reducing security risks within organizations.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities for someone in an Identity Governance role?

In an Identity Governance role, your daily tasks often include reviewing user access rights, managing onboarding and offboarding processes, investigating access anomalies, and ensuring that identity policies align with organizational security standards. You'll collaborate closely with IT security teams, compliance officers, and system administrators to support audits, implement access reviews, and remediate issues promptly. Many professionals also engage in documenting processes, conducting training sessions for end-users, and supporting the integration of new IAM technologies. This dynamic environment ensures a mix of technical problem-solving, policy enforcement, and teamwork across various departments.

What is an Identity Governance job?

An Identity Governance job involves managing user identities, access rights, and policies to ensure compliance and security within an organization. Professionals in this role oversee identity lifecycle management, enforce access controls, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. They work with identity and access management (IAM) tools to streamline provisioning, monitor risks, and prevent unauthorized access. This role is crucial for protecting sensitive data, minimizing security threats, and maintaining operational efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Identity Governance job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $141,139 per year, or $67.9 per hour.
Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Leader

Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Leader

Guidehouse

Mclean, VA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Guidehouse rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 58 rated business consultants

Job description

Job Family:

IT Cyber Security


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

None

What You Wil Do:

We are seeking an experienced Identity & Access Management (IAM) Leader to build and lead our enterprise IAM function. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), this roleis responsible forIAM strategy, architecture, delivery, and operations across workforce, customer, and non-human identities.

This leader will define the IAM vision and roadmap, oversee key identity transformation initiatives, manage vendors and delivery partners, and lead a globally distributed team in a complex, matrixed environment.

Strategy, Vision & Organizational Leadership

  • Define and lead the enterprise IAM strategy, operating model, and roadmap aligned to business, risk, and regulatory priorities.Build and scale the IAM organizationtoincludeteam structureandhiringplans.

  • Partner acrossCybersecurity, IT, HR, Legal, Privacy, Risk, Internal Audit, and business teams to deliver consistent identity outcomes.

  • Oversee major IAM transformation initiatives, including program executionand budget accountability.

  • Establish metrics and reporting to demonstrate program maturity, business value, and risk reduction.

Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)

  • Lead the design and maturity of Identity Governance and Administration capabilities, including lifecycle management, access requests, certifications, role management, and separation of duties.

  • Drive the strategy, implementation, and maturation of enterprise IGA capabilities using platforms such as SailPoint, Microsoft Entra ID Governance, or similar solutions.

  • Advance least-privilege and Zero Trust principles across enterprise applications, platforms, and cloud environments.

  • Oversee identity lifecycle management for workforce, contractors, partners, and non-human identities.

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

  • Lead the strategy and maturity of the firm's Privileged Access Management program, including vaulting, credential management, session controls, and privileged access governance.

  • Provide strategic leadership for PAM capabilities and related tooling, including platforms such asDelinea, CyberArk, or similar solutions.

  • Establish standards for privileged access,secretsmanagement, and just-in-time elevation across human and machine identities.

  • Reduce standing privilege across hybrid environments and track progress through measurable controls.

Authentication, SSO & Federation

  • Lead enterprise authentication and access capabilities, including SSO, MFA, conditional access, federation, and modern authentication methods.

  • Support modern identity and access patterns through technologies such as Microsoft Entra ID and related federation and access governance capabilities.

  • Support secure identity patterns for employees, clients, partners, and external platforms as needed.

Cloud & Workload Identity

  • Drive identity standards for cloud and workload access acrossGuidehouse'shybrid and multi-cloud environments.

  • Partner with infrastructure, cloud, and engineering teams to embed identity and access controls into platforms and delivery processes.

  • Establish guardrails andmonitoring forentitlements and permissions across enterprise technology environments.

Risk, Compliance & Audit

  • Align IAM capabilities to security, compliance, and audit requirements across applicable regulatory and control frameworks.

  • Partner with compliance and audit stakeholders to support control evidence, remediation, and sustainable governance processes.

  • Support identity requirements for both internal operations and client-serving environments as needed.

People Leadership

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team spanning IAM architecture, engineering, operations, and governance.

  • Build a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

  • Represent the IAM function with senior leadership and key stakeholders across the enterprise.

What You Will Need:

  • Bachelor's degreeand minimum 10 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity with at least 7+ years focused on Identity & Access Management, and 5+ years in a people-leadership capacity or 14 years of equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree.

  • Proven experience building or maturing an enterprise IAM function in a complex, global organization.

  • Demonstrated success leading in a matrixed environment and partnering across technology, security, and business teams.

  • Strong experience with modern IAM technologies and concepts, including IGA, PAM, SSO, MFA, federation, and lifecycle management, with hands-on experience leading or supporting platforms such as SailPoint, Microsoft Entra ID Governance,Delinea, CyberArk, and similar tools.

  • Experience leading complex, multi-year IAM transformation programs with cross-functional teams and external partners.

  • Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks relevant to IAM programs.

  • Experience supporting identity requirements in regulated environments, including public sector or highly governed industries.

  • Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • U.S. Citizenshiprequired. Mustresidein the United States.

What Would Be Nice to Have:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, ora relatedfield.

  • Experience inaprofessionalservices or other complex enterpriseenvironment.

  • Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or IAM-related certifications.

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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