Serving as a technical lead and strategic advisor, the contract IAM Solutions Architect will design a next-generation centralized authentication platform while guiding engineering teams through a multi-year modernization program in a remote work environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and design of a centralized next-generation authentication platform alongside the existing system Define the target-state architecture for credential consolidation across multiple business lines and product platforms Provide architectural guidance on the identity Abstraction Layer and evaluate integration patterns between various identity components Required Qualifications 12+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management architecture Demonstrated experience designing enterprise-scale centralized authentication platforms in regulated environments Deep knowledge of authentication protocols and standards, including OAuth 2.0, OIDC, and SAML 2.0 Hands-on experience with enterprise identity platforms such as Ping Identity or Okta Strong understanding of API security and session architecture