Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer

Full Job Description

Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer

Department: IT Enterprise Applications

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

We’re looking for a skilled Identity & Access Management (IAM ) Engineer to help power and protect the university’s digital ecosystem.

In this hands-on technical role, you’ll design, build, and maintain secure identity solutions that support students, faculty, researchers, and staff.

If you’re passionate about automation, scalable architecture, and building secure identity lifecycle solutions using Oracle technologies, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in higher education.

What You’ll Do

• Design and engineer enterprise identity solutions using Oracle Identity Manager (OIM ), Oracle Unified Directory (OUD ), and Single Sign-On (SSO )

• Develop and customize OIM components, including:

• Event handlers

• Custom connectors

• Scheduled jobs

• API integrations

• Workflow enhancements

• Implement SCIM -based provisioning to automate identity lifecycle processes

• Build and manage identity and compliance reports using OIM BI Publisher

• Administer and optimize Oracle Unified Directory, including schema management, synchronization, replication, and performance tuning

• Integrate IAM systems with Active Directory, LDAP , SAML , OAuth, and SSO solutions

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in distributed IAM environments

• Partner with cross-functional IT teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions aligned with university policies and standards

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience

(Equivalent combinations of certification, training, education, and experience will be considered.)

Preferred

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related discipline

• 1–2 years of direct experience with Oracle Identity Manager (OIM ) development

• Oracle Certified Professional (OIM or IAM Suite)

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of OIM architecture and identity lifecycle management

• Strong Java/J2EE development skills for OIM customization

• Experience developing identity governance and compliance reports

• Advanced knowledge of Oracle Unified Directory (OUD )

• Solid foundation in IAM standards and protocols (LDAP , SAML , OAuth, SSO )

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills

• Ability to translate technical solutions for business stakeholders

Why Join USC ? At the University of South Carolina, you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to supporting world-class education, research, and service.

This role offers the opportunity to shape how applications serve our university community and directly impact the student, faculty, and staff experience.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

• 1-2 years of direct experience with Oracle Identity Manager (OIM ) development.

• Oracle Certified Professional (OIM or IAM Suite) – preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Expert-level understanding of Oracle Identity Manager (OIM ) architecture, components, and end-to-end identity lifecycle processes.

• Advanced proficiency in Java/J2EE programming for OIM customization, including event handlers, custom connectors, scheduled jobs, and API integrations.

• Hands-on experience with OIM BI Publisher for developing and managing identity and compliance reports.

• Strong understanding of Oracle Unified Directory (OUD ), including schema management, synchronization, replication, and performance optimization.

• Solid experience in identity and access management (IAM ) technologies, including Active Directory, LDAP , SAML , OAuth, and Single Sign-On (SSO ) solutions.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex issues in distributed Identity and Access Management (IAM ) environments.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business perspectives effectively.

Job Close Date

04/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by April 1, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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