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Principal Identity Security Engineer

Posted March 12, 2026
Full-Time

Job Overview

Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com.

Saviynt is looking for Principal Architect – Identity Management (PAM) to architect, solution and implement its leading Identity Governance (IGA) solution. As an expert in deploying Identity Governance solutions, the primary responsibility will be to lead Saviynt solution deployments to our internal customer requirements.

Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com.

Saviynt is looking for Principal Architect – Identity Management (PAM) to architect, solution and implement its leading Identity Governance (IGA) solution. As an expert in deploying Identity Governance solutions, the primary responsibility will be to lead Saviynt solution deployments to our internal customer requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

        • Provide thought leadership to customers for IGA in general and Saviynt in specific
        • Provide industry wide best solution for the customer’s use cases meeting functional as well as non-functional requirements
        • Provide consulting and advisory skills, capable of addressing customer expectations
        • Architect and deploy Saviynt Identity Governance solution to meet internal customer requirements
        • Design, deploy, implement, and integrate Saviynt with critical applications and infrastructure
        • Follow approved life cycle methodologies, create documentation for design and testing
        • Interact/coordinate with customers as required
        • Provide technical oversight and direction to mid-level and junior Engineers
        • Train and Groom top talent to be experts in Saviynt technology and IAM in general
        • Coordinate with the product engineering team to advocate for the new features in the product
        • Resolve technical issues through debugging, research, and investigation.
        • Provide technical expertise and real-life experience in creating solutions, designs, proof of concept, and implementation
        • Ensures delivery of high-quality product on time and within budget

WHAT YOU BRING

        • Bachelor’s/equivalent in Engineering
        • 14+ years of industry experience in design, development, customization, configuration, deployment of any Identity Management and Governance products
        • Thorough domain knowledge on User Lifecycle Management, Provisioning and Reconciliation, Auditing, Reporting, and user activity Monitoring, Access Certification, SOD, Cloud Security
        • Direct customer interaction and management skills
        • Strong technical presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written
        • Knowledge of Java/J2EE, SQL, Web Services (REST/SOAP), Directories, etc.
        • Strong consulting and advisory experience
        • Good problem solving and analytical skills
        • Experience with RFP responses and proposals
        • Good To Have:

              • Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, CompTIA Security+ and CEH etc.)
              • Saviynt or any equivalent IGA product certification
If required for this role, you will:
- Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter
- Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to):

> Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy
> Incident Response Policy/Procedures
> Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures
> Mobile Device Policy
> Account Management Policy
> Access Control Policy
> Personnel Security Policy
> Privacy Policy

Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!

Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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