Amer Sports - Identity and Access Management Architect - Anywhere

B2B or Employment contract | Full-time | Hybrid or Remote work with occasional visiting our office in Kraków

Amer Sports Global Business Serivces is seeking an experienced Identity and Access Management Architect to design and evolve our global identity and access management services. In this role, you will define the architecture, standards, and operational model that ensure secure, reliable, and scalable identity services across Amer Sports and its brands.

You will play a key role in enabling secure and seamless access to systems, applications, and cloud platforms while strengthening identity governance and compliance. By driving automation, standardization, and continuous improvement of IAM services, you will help support a secure digital workplace and modern cloud identity strategy.

What you will be doing:

IAM architecture & platform standards

• Design and evolve the global Identity & Access Management architecture and services across Amer Sports and its brands.
• Maintain and enhance enterprise IAM platforms, including Active Directory, Azure AD, AAD Connect, SSO/Federation, MFA, PIM, and Conditional Access.
• Establish standards and best practices for identity lifecycle management, authentication, authorization, and access governance.
• Act as the global subject matter expert for IAM technologies, identity governance, and access security controls.

Service ownership & operational excellence

• Own and improve IAM operational processes and service reliability across the organization.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and stability of identity platforms and access services.
• Implement monitoring, maintenance, and continuous improvement practices to maintain secure and reliable IAM operations.
• Support identity-related incident management, operational troubleshooting, and service optimization.

Automation & access lifecycle

• Develop automation and self-service capabilities to streamline identity lifecycle processes and access requests.
• Improve user provisioning, deprovisioning, and role-based access management across systems and applications.
• Reduce manual workload by implementing automated identity lifecycle and access governance processes.

Security, governance & compliance

• Implement and maintain identity security controls, including MFA, Conditional Access, privileged access management, and access policies.
• Ensure IAM services support security governance, audit readiness, and compliance requirements such as SOX/ITGC.
• Maintain strong identity governance documentation, processes, and architectural standards.

Cross-team collaboration & identity strategy

• Collaborate with Cyber Security, Cloud/Platform Engineering, DevOps, and Application teams to ensure secure and consistent access across systems.
• Support integration of IAM services with enterprise applications, cloud platforms, and infrastructure environments.
• Evaluate emerging identity technologies and industry trends to guide IAM architecture evolution and service improvements.

What you need to succeed:

 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a comparable technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management in complex enterprise environments.
• Proven experience designing and operating enterprise‑scale IAM services, ideally in global or multi‑regional organizations.

Technical Expertise

• Strong hands‑on experience with Azure AD / Entra ID, Active Directory (AD DS), AAD Connect, and hybrid identity environments.
• Solid knowledge of SSO and federation standards (SAML, OAuth2, OIDC).
• Practical experience with MFA, Conditional Access, PIM / PAM, and identity governance concepts.
• Experience with automation and scripting for IAM operations (e.g. PowerShell, Python).
• Good understanding of RBAC, identity lifecycle management, and access control models.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS is a plus).

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a structured, solution‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Comfortable operating in dynamic, multicultural, and globally distributed environments.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Languages & Certifications

• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator, Azure Administrator, ITIL) are beneficial but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development in IAM and cloud security.

What’s in it for you:

With us, you’ll inspire others to embrace the joy of sports while connecting with a global network of passionate individuals. We foster a dynamic and supportive culture that empowers you to innovate, grow professionally, and pursue your passion for both sports and the outdoors.

• Meaningful projects: Contribute to interesting projects with dedicated teams, making a real impact and driving positive change.
• Smooth transition: Benefit from a comprehensive onboarding program designed to help you integrate seamlessly into our organization.
• Collaborative excellence: Join teams obsessed with design, innovation, and excellence, collaborating with exciting global partners.
• World-leading brands: Engage with our iconic sport and outdoor brands that help people reconnect with themselves and nature.
• Shared passion for sports and the outdoors: Fuel your passion for sports and outdoor activities, inspired by our athletes, products, and the pride we take in our work.
• Authentic community: Be part of a culture that values authenticity and fosters trust within a global community.
• Global collaboration: Collaborate with diverse teams from across the world, sharing perspectives and driving collective success.
• Collective success: Push each other to reach full potential, celebrate wins together, and enjoy a workplace that feels like a community.
• Discounts on quality products: Benefit from compelling discounts on our own-brand products (including Arc’teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Atomic, Peak Performance, and more).

Our Candidate-Centric Hiring Process:

At Amer Sports, we strive to make our hiring process seamless and engaging. Every CV is reviewed by real people, not AI, so your application receives the attention it deserves. Here’s what you can expect:

1. Phone Screening
2. 1st Interview
3. 2nd Interview
4. Feedback & Decision

Apply now!

Please submit your application exclusively via the application form. CVs sent by email will not be considered or processed.

If you have any questions or need clarification at any stage of the application process or during your journey with us, please don’t hesitate to reach out to [email protected]. We’re here to provide you with the support and information you need to make your experience with Amer Sports as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Your success and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we’re always here to assist you!

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