Principal Identity Security Engineer
Providence, RI, US, 02903
Full Time Senior-level / Expert USD 74K - 164K
IGT
IGT is the global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and DigitalIGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
Responsibilities
We are looking for a Principal Security Engineer – Identity Security to lead identity protection initiatives across our hybrid enterprise. This individual will be the technical owner of identity lifecycle security, focused on Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), RBAC, conditional access, and privileged access management. You will design and automate resilient identity architectures and lead the enforcement of least-privilege models and Zero Trust Identity frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and secure Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) across federated and hybrid environments with a focus on SSO, conditional access, and authentication flows.
- Lead the deployment of robust RBAC models, JIT access via PIM, and secure provisioning/deprovisioning workflows.
- Automate identity operations using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API, and Terraform, with emphasis on reproducibility and scalability.
- Enforce identity governance and entitlement management policies across users, apps, and services using Microsoft Entra ID Governance.
- Design and lead implementation of adaptive MFA and passwordless authentication strategies.
- Monitor for identity-based threats including token abuse, account compromise, and privilege escalation.
- Lead identity security incident response and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory policies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with security, engineering, and compliance teams to enforce identity security across the stack.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on identity security engineering, with deep expertise in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
- Strong command of RBAC, PIM, conditional access, SAML, OIDC, OAuth2, and federated identity standards.
- Experienced in developing and deploying automation workflows using PowerShell scripting, Microsoft Graph API integration, and identity focused Terraform modules.
- Advanced understanding of hybrid identity models, AD Connect, and synchronization configurations.
- Knowledge of Zero Trust principles, modern identity threat detection, and access governance.
- Certifications such as SC-300, CIST, CIMP, CIAM, CAMS, Azure Security, CISSP, or credentials with a specialization in Identity and Access Management are strongly preferred.
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Keys to Success
• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership
IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.
At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $74,961 - $164,800. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses . In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.
IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
Tags: APIs Automation Azure CIMP CISSP Compliance Governance IAM Incident response PowerShell SAML Scripting SSO Terraform Threat detection Zero Trust
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