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Identity and Access Management Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's engineer category, giving Canadian and Mexican professionals a cap-free path into U.S. cybersecurity and IT teams. Your degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is the credential that anchors eligibility.
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Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services.
We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineering leads the strategy, engineering, delivery, operations, and continuous improvement of Verisign's enterprise IAM program and services. This role owns the operational effectiveness and roadmap for IAM capabilities, including Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), access management, MFA, and related identity services across our on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments.
The Director is a player-coach who leads teams and drives the IAM program, bringing deep hands-on experience implementing, integrating, and scaling IAM platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the execution and continued evolution of the IAM strategy, architecture, and roadmap in alignment with Verisign's security, technology, and business objectives
- Lead the implementation, integration, operation, and continuous improvement of enterprise IAM platforms, including PAM, IGA, access management, MFA, and related identity services
- Establish IAM architecture standards for secure, scalable integration of key IAM platforms across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments
- Lead and develop the IAM team, providing coaching and technical direction while ensuring strong execution across engineering, delivery, and operations
- Manage team operations, including on-call support and escalation coverage, to ensure reliable delivery and support of IAM services
- Partner with stakeholders across the organization to deliver IAM solutions and services that are secure, effective, and aligned to enterprise needs
- Support IAM governance processes, including lifecycle management, least-privilege access, and access re-certification activities
- Communicate IAM roadmap progress, key risks, service performance, and program metrics to senior leadership
- Deliver presentations and communications to build stakeholder awareness, alignment, and support for IAM priorities and changes
- Manage IAM vendor relationships and technology evaluations, including requirements, solution assessments, business cases, and support for platform selection and procurement
- Manage IAM budget planning, vendor spend, and licensing in support of roadmap and operational priorities
- Ensure IAM capabilities and practices align with relevant security frameworks, internal standards, and audit or compliance requirements, including SOX control objectives and evidence needs
- Operate as a player-coach by providing technical expertise and hands-on support for major IAM initiatives and complex issues
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or related discipline
- 15+ years of related experience in IAM, security engineering, or related technology roles, including experience leading teams and delivering enterprise IAM programs, services, and operations
- 6+ years of people management experience
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent IAM, PAM, cloud, or security vendor-specific certifications preferred
- Hands-on experience implementing, integrating, and operating enterprise IAM platforms and services across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments
- Strong expertise across IAM capabilities, including PAM, IGA, access management, phishing-resistant MFA, federation, and related identity services
- Hands-on experience with enterprise IAM platforms and technologies including SailPoint, Ping Identity, AWS IAM, Microsoft Entra ID, and enterprise PAM solutions such as BeyondTrust
- Experience designing and implementing integrations with identity providers and enterprise applications using protocols like SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, and related standards
- Strong analytical, communications, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with engineers, stakeholders, and senior leadership
LOCATION
This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
COMPENSATION
The pay range is $180,700 - $244,500.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.
Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.
Additional Information:
Our Careers Page
Our Benefits Summary
Verisign in the Community
Our EEO Statement
Our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants/Candidates
Reasonable Accommodations
Staffing agency policy: No fees will be paid for unsolicited resumes submitted to Verisign or our employees by third parties.
INTRODUCTION
Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services.
We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineering leads the strategy, engineering, delivery, operations, and continuous improvement of Verisign's enterprise IAM program and services. This role owns the operational effectiveness and roadmap for IAM capabilities, including Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), access management, MFA, and related identity services across our on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments.
The Director is a player-coach who leads teams and drives the IAM program, bringing deep hands-on experience implementing, integrating, and scaling IAM platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the execution and continued evolution of the IAM strategy, architecture, and roadmap in alignment with Verisign's security, technology, and business objectives
- Lead the implementation, integration, operation, and continuous improvement of enterprise IAM platforms, including PAM, IGA, access management, MFA, and related identity services
- Establish IAM architecture standards for secure, scalable integration of key IAM platforms across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments
- Lead and develop the IAM team, providing coaching and technical direction while ensuring strong execution across engineering, delivery, and operations
- Manage team operations, including on-call support and escalation coverage, to ensure reliable delivery and support of IAM services
- Partner with stakeholders across the organization to deliver IAM solutions and services that are secure, effective, and aligned to enterprise needs
- Support IAM governance processes, including lifecycle management, least-privilege access, and access re-certification activities
- Communicate IAM roadmap progress, key risks, service performance, and program metrics to senior leadership
- Deliver presentations and communications to build stakeholder awareness, alignment, and support for IAM priorities and changes
- Manage IAM vendor relationships and technology evaluations, including requirements, solution assessments, business cases, and support for platform selection and procurement
- Manage IAM budget planning, vendor spend, and licensing in support of roadmap and operational priorities
- Ensure IAM capabilities and practices align with relevant security frameworks, internal standards, and audit or compliance requirements, including SOX control objectives and evidence needs
- Operate as a player-coach by providing technical expertise and hands-on support for major IAM initiatives and complex issues
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or related discipline
- 15+ years of related experience in IAM, security engineering, or related technology roles, including experience leading teams and delivering enterprise IAM programs, services, and operations
- 6+ years of people management experience
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent IAM, PAM, cloud, or security vendor-specific certifications preferred
- Hands-on experience implementing, integrating, and operating enterprise IAM platforms and services across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments
- Strong expertise across IAM capabilities, including PAM, IGA, access management, phishing-resistant MFA, federation, and related identity services
- Hands-on experience with enterprise IAM platforms and technologies including SailPoint, Ping Identity, AWS IAM, Microsoft Entra ID, and enterprise PAM solutions such as BeyondTrust
- Experience designing and implementing integrations with identity providers and enterprise applications using protocols like SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, and related standards
- Strong analytical, communications, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with engineers, stakeholders, and senior leadership
LOCATION
This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
COMPENSATION
The pay range is $180,700 - $244,500.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.
Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.
Additional Information:
Our Careers Page
Our Benefits Summary
Verisign in the Community
Our EEO Statement
Our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants/Candidates
Reasonable Accommodations
Staffing agency policy: No fees will be paid for unsolicited resumes submitted to Verisign or our employees by third parties.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Identity And Access Management Engineer
Align your credentials to the engineer category
TN classification for IAM engineers depends on holding a qualifying degree in computer science, engineering, or a directly related field. A cybersecurity or information systems degree typically works; a general business degree usually won't satisfy the specialty occupation requirement.
Target employers with recent visa filing history
Employers with recent visa filings for software or systems engineer roles already understand visa sponsorship processes for technical staff. Prioritizing these organizations cuts the internal education burden and shortens your path to an offer.
Request a role title that maps to engineer
If a hiring manager offers you the title 'IAM Analyst' instead of 'IAM Engineer,' push back before the offer letter is finalized. TN approval at the border depends on the job title and duties matching a recognized USMCA professional category.
Prepare a detailed duties letter before your border crossing
CBP officers adjudicate TN petitions for Canadians on the spot. Your employer's support letter must describe specific IAM duties, such as provisioning access controls and managing identity governance platforms, not just list the job title and salary.
Search for IAM roles with TN sponsorship using Migrate Mate
Filtering by TN-eligible employers saves significant time in your job search. Migrate Mate surfaces IAM Engineer openings from employers who sponsor TN visas, so you can focus on companies already set up to file your paperwork.
Understand the consular route if your current status is complicated
Mexican nationals and Canadians already in the U.S. on another visa status may need to apply at a consulate rather than at the border. Plan your transition timeline with this in mind, especially if your current status has a fixed expiry.
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Find Identity And Access Management Engineer JobsIdentity And Access Management Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Identity and Access Management Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the position maps to the engineer category under the USMCA professional list. The job duties must center on engineering-level work such as designing identity governance frameworks or architecting zero-trust access systems, and you must hold a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a closely related field.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for IAM engineers?
TN visa sponsorship is faster and more predictable for IAM engineers than H-1B. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and Canadians can get TN status approved at the border in a single day. H-1B requires employer filing months in advance and selection by random lottery, which means qualified candidates routinely wait years for authorization.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa as an IAM engineer?
Your employer needs to prepare a detailed support letter describing your IAM duties, your required degree, and your employment terms. You supply your degree transcripts or credentials and your passport. For Canadians crossing at a land port or airport, no advance USCIS filing is required. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate using the same core documents.
Where can I find IAM engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It lists Identity and Access Management Engineer roles from employers who sponsor TN visas, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't support your status. You can filter by role type and location without sorting through generic job listings that don't address visa sponsorship.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa if I receive a better IAM engineer offer?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you start working there. Canadians can get this approved at a port of entry or through USCIS. Your old TN status does not transfer automatically, so coordinate the timing carefully to avoid a gap in work authorization between your last day at one employer and your first at the next.
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