Information Security Engineer – Identity Management

Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success.

Job Description Summary:

Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for an Information Security Engineer – Identity Management to work with our Technology, Information Security & Information Governance team in our Chicago, Denver, Florham Park, downtown Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Princeton, Washington, D.C. or Wilmington offices. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the day-to-day management of the firm’s identity management functions. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients.

Job Description

What you would do:

• Ensures best practices are implemented, monitored, and maintained for identity management, CrowdStrike Identity Monitoring and Protection and EntraID.
• Manages and conducts user access reviews at least annually to support compliance and security standards.
• Serves as the technical lead for the planning, testing, and implementation of Windows Hello for Business and other identity-related initiatives.
• Provides consistent and proactive updates to the Director regarding project status, risks, operational dependencies, and potential challenges.
• Monitors and manages identity management systems and related security consoles to ensure effective operation and compliance.
• Develops, maintains, and updates documentation for identity providers, authentication processes, and lifecycle management practices, including user provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Consistently assesses downstream impacts of identity management changes and proactively discusses implications, challenges, and dependencies with department leadership to enable informed adjustments.
• Collaborates with internal operational teams and managed security service providers to implement identity controls and resolve issues.
• Supports continuous improvement of identity management processes and security posture through monitoring, testing, and best practice recommendations.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

What is expected:

• Ability to problem-solve
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
• Ability to take direction and accept supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environment

What we offer

• Flexible working environment for work-life success
• Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
• Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
• Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
• Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
• Generous paid time off

The anticipated initial salary for someone who is hired into this position is $95,000 - $105,000.

Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is an exempt role and the initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

What is required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of six (6) or more years of relevant experience in information security or a related IT role.
• Deep and broad knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM), including process development, operating systems, cloud services, and information security principles.
• Hands-on experience deploying Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions and other identity providers, including Entra ID, OAuth, SAML, FIDO, and similar technologies.
• Strong technical knowledge of Entra ID and Active Directory best practices.
• Experience with Privileged Identity Management (PIM) or Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.
• Strong demonstrated experience implementing multifactor authentication (MFA) solutions.
• Detailed technical knowledge of application, operating system, and network security.
• Thorough understanding of current security principles, techniques, and protocols.
• Ability to effectively communicate information security issues, risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical peers and stakeholders.
• Relevant education, training, and/or professional certifications (e.g., SC-300, SC-401, SC-900, CISSP, or other identity and access management certifications) are preferred.

Apply now if you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team!

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026

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