IAM Programme Delivery Lead
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA (Hybrid โ3 days onsite)
Duration: 12 months
Position type: W2
Role Overview
Aegon is seeking a hands-on delivery leader to take accountability for the successful execution of its early-stageย Identity & Access Management (IAM)programme.
This role goes beyond traditional project management โ we need someone who can set direction, lead cross-functional collaboration, and ensure the organisation realises the programmeโs objectives. You will be the primary driver of progress, bridging business and technology teams, and establishing delivery discipline from the outset.
ย While you will work with a dedicated Project Manager to track day-to-day tasks, your focus will be on orchestrating stakeholders, shaping the delivery approach, and resolving blockers across HR, Procurement, Risk, IT Security, and other functions. Awareness of IAM concepts โ particularly SailPoint โ is beneficial, but strategic leadership and delivery ownership are the core requirements.
ย Key Responsibilities
- Own the delivery of the IAM programme, ensuring agreed outcomes and benefits are achieved.
- Set and communicate the delivery approach, priorities, and success measures.
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across all involved business units and technical teams.
- Facilitate alignment on requirements, dependencies, and strategic decisions.
- Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and conflicts โ driving resolution at the right governance level.
- Provide clear, outcome-focused reporting to senior leadership and programme sponsors.
- Maintain delivery momentum in a complex and evolving environment.
ย Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ yearsโ experience delivering complex, cross-functional change initiatives in medium-to-large organisations.
- Proven track record of end-to-end programme delivery accountability in security, IAM, or related transformation spaces.
- Strong leadership presence; able to influence without formal authority.
- Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to navigate evolving scope and priorities while keeping teams aligned on end goals.
ย Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with IAM principles, user lifecycle management, and related security practices.
- Awareness of SailPoint or similar IAM platforms.
- Experience in financial services, insurance, or other regulated sectors.
- Working knowledge of Jira, Confluence, and standard programme reporting tools.
ย Working Arrangement
- Hybrid: Cedar Rapids, IA preferredย
- Occasional travel to other client sites may be required.