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IAM Engineer roles in identity governance, access provisioning, and zero-trust architecture sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility. Your STEM degree qualifies you for a 24-month extension beyond your initial 12-month OPT period, giving you up to 36 months total, as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
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McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver modern authentication and single sign-on (SSO) solutions leveraging identity platforms such as Okta and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Configure, optimize, and enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and conditional access policies for internal and external application systems.
- Collaborate with application and platform teams to integrate systems and federate identity across domains using SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and WS-Fed protocols.
- Support the engineering, scaling, and high availability of authentication infrastructure to ensure high IdP resiliency across platforms.
- Perform Proofs of Concepts (PoCs) to evaluate and recommend novel identity and access management technologies aligned with enterprise requirements.
- Perform technical reviews, quality inspections, and code reviews to maintain consistent application of IAM engineering practices and compliance standards.
- Develop and automate authentication workflows, lifecycle management (joiner-mover-leaver) processes, and self-service provisioning.
- Provide advanced debugging, troubleshooting, and issue triaging for complex production IAM incidents and access issues.
- Partner with risk and compliance stakeholders to support SOX, ITGC, and regulatory requirements relating to identity lifecycle and access governance.
- Design and maintain non-human identity governance, secrets management, and API access controls across cloud and hybrid environments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2–5+ years of enterprise IAM engineering experience.
- Proven ability to follow procedures, troubleshoot issues, and document work via tickets and runbooks.
- Understanding of security policies, compliance, and risk management.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to escalate issues and collaborate across teams.
- Adaptable self-starter committed to integrity and continuous learning.
- Familiarity with GCP and core cloud security principles (IAM, networking, logging, encryption).
- Basic scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for task automation and reporting.
- Working knowledge of Windows and Linux administration and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) and compliance standards.
- Strong organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Willingness to participate in on-call or after-hours incident support.
- Hands-on experience with Okta, or similar identity platforms.
- Proficiency in SSO and federation protocols (SAML 2.0, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, WS-Fed).
- Experience engineering, troubleshooting, and scaling resilient IdP infrastructure.
- Proficiency in scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python, Terraform) and Infrastructure as Code.
- Strong foundation in enterprise directory services (Active Directory, Entra ID) and cloud security.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex identity issue triage.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills across technical and business stakeholders.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security/assurance, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred or equivalent experience.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, Okta Certified Professional/Administrator, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, or equivalent identity and security credentials.
ABOUT MMS
McKesson Medical-Surgical (MMS), which is expected to become Wellverse in early 2027, is a subsidiary and publicly reported segment of the McKesson Corporation. MMS distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment and supplies, along with other solutions and services to virtually every type of healthcare setting and provider outside of the traditional hospital. These markets – often referred to as Alternate Care or Non-Acute Care – include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, laboratories, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities and online marketplaces and retailers.
Alternate Care markets are growing rapidly, and MMS is proud to be a leader in this space. With a team of approximately 8,000 employees, a network of 15 distribution centers and approximately 900 delivery vehicles, we collaborate with more than 2,200 leading manufacturers and serve over 200,000 customer accounts across the U.S. Our catalog includes more than 270,000 SKUs of branded and private-label medical-surgical products – from bandages to specialty pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests.
COMPENSATION
- Our Base Pay Range for this position: $98,900 - $164,900
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
EEO STATEMENT
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
JOIN US AT MCKESSON!
INTRODUCTION
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver modern authentication and single sign-on (SSO) solutions leveraging identity platforms such as Okta and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Configure, optimize, and enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and conditional access policies for internal and external application systems.
- Collaborate with application and platform teams to integrate systems and federate identity across domains using SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and WS-Fed protocols.
- Support the engineering, scaling, and high availability of authentication infrastructure to ensure high IdP resiliency across platforms.
- Perform Proofs of Concepts (PoCs) to evaluate and recommend novel identity and access management technologies aligned with enterprise requirements.
- Perform technical reviews, quality inspections, and code reviews to maintain consistent application of IAM engineering practices and compliance standards.
- Develop and automate authentication workflows, lifecycle management (joiner-mover-leaver) processes, and self-service provisioning.
- Provide advanced debugging, troubleshooting, and issue triaging for complex production IAM incidents and access issues.
- Partner with risk and compliance stakeholders to support SOX, ITGC, and regulatory requirements relating to identity lifecycle and access governance.
- Design and maintain non-human identity governance, secrets management, and API access controls across cloud and hybrid environments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2–5+ years of enterprise IAM engineering experience.
- Proven ability to follow procedures, troubleshoot issues, and document work via tickets and runbooks.
- Understanding of security policies, compliance, and risk management.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to escalate issues and collaborate across teams.
- Adaptable self-starter committed to integrity and continuous learning.
- Familiarity with GCP and core cloud security principles (IAM, networking, logging, encryption).
- Basic scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for task automation and reporting.
- Working knowledge of Windows and Linux administration and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) and compliance standards.
- Strong organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Willingness to participate in on-call or after-hours incident support.
- Hands-on experience with Okta, or similar identity platforms.
- Proficiency in SSO and federation protocols (SAML 2.0, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, WS-Fed).
- Experience engineering, troubleshooting, and scaling resilient IdP infrastructure.
- Proficiency in scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python, Terraform) and Infrastructure as Code.
- Strong foundation in enterprise directory services (Active Directory, Entra ID) and cloud security.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex identity issue triage.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills across technical and business stakeholders.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security/assurance, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred or equivalent experience.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, Okta Certified Professional/Administrator, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, or equivalent identity and security credentials.
ABOUT MMS
McKesson Medical-Surgical (MMS), which is expected to become Wellverse in early 2027, is a subsidiary and publicly reported segment of the McKesson Corporation. MMS distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment and supplies, along with other solutions and services to virtually every type of healthcare setting and provider outside of the traditional hospital. These markets – often referred to as Alternate Care or Non-Acute Care – include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, laboratories, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities and online marketplaces and retailers.
Alternate Care markets are growing rapidly, and MMS is proud to be a leader in this space. With a team of approximately 8,000 employees, a network of 15 distribution centers and approximately 900 delivery vehicles, we collaborate with more than 2,200 leading manufacturers and serve over 200,000 customer accounts across the U.S. Our catalog includes more than 270,000 SKUs of branded and private-label medical-surgical products – from bandages to specialty pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests.
COMPENSATION
- Our Base Pay Range for this position: $98,900 - $164,900
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
EEO STATEMENT
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
JOIN US AT MCKESSON!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Iam Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
IAM Engineering draws from Computer Science, Information Security, and Systems Engineering CIP codes. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying, because a mismatch delays your I-983 approval and can shorten your authorized work period.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
An employer who isn't enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT extension. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name before your final interview to avoid accepting an offer you can't use.
Tailor your I-983 to IAM engineering deliverables
Generic training plans get rejected. List specific learning objectives tied to IAM tools you'll use, such as identity lifecycle management, RBAC policy design, or SCIM integration, so the plan demonstrates a direct connection to your STEM degree field.
Target employers with active identity security teams
Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have hired STEM OPT candidates in technology and information security roles, giving you a verified starting point instead of applying blind to companies with no track record of supporting OPT extensions.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
STEM OPT employers must pay you the same wage as similarly situated U.S. workers. Pull the prevailing wage for your specific IAM role and location using OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so you can flag any offer that falls below the required threshold.
File your extension application 90 days early
USCIS requires your STEM OPT extension application to be filed at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Missing that window means a gap in work authorization, and IAM contract roles often can't absorb even a short break in employment eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IAM Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your underlying degree falls under an eligible STEM CIP code such as Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electrical Engineering, and the IAM Engineer role you're hired into is directly related to that field. Your DSO confirms the CIP code match when endorsing your I-20 for the extension. Roles focused on identity governance, access management, or security architecture consistently satisfy the relatedness requirement.
What does the E-Verify requirement mean for IAM Engineer job seekers?
Every employer who hires you on a STEM OPT extension must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, the federal electronic employment eligibility system. This applies regardless of company size or whether the role is remote. Before accepting any IAM Engineer offer, confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search. If the company isn't enrolled, they must join E-Verify before your extension start date or you can't legally begin work.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for an IAM Engineer?
The I-983 must map your IAM Engineer duties to specific learning outcomes tied to your STEM degree. Include concrete objectives such as designing role-based access control policies, integrating identity providers using SAML or OIDC, or auditing privileged access workflows. Generic descriptions like 'gain industry experience' are routinely rejected. Your employer's supervisor signs off, and your DSO reviews it before endorsing your I-20 for the extension.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm transitioning from STEM OPT to H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year, or until USCIS adjudicates the petition. You can continue working as an IAM Engineer throughout that period without interruption, as long as your employer remains E-Verify enrolled and your I-983 training plan stays current.
Where can I find IAM Engineer roles where employers already support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters IAM Engineer listings by employers who have a documented history of hiring international students on work authorization, so you're not starting from scratch trying to educate hiring managers about E-Verify or STEM OPT rules. Search by role, location, and authorization type to surface employers prepared to move quickly through the I-983 and E-Verify steps without delays from unfamiliarity.