Sr. IT Solution Architect, Access Automation
Biogen
Summary
Biogen is seeking an experienced Solution Architect/Delivery Lead/IT System Owner to lead the design, architecture, and implementation of enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using the SailPoint platform. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in IAM governance, access certification, role management, provisioning, application onboarding, and integration with enterprise systems.
Job description
The position sits within Enterprise IT Services under the Enterprise Application Services organization and exists to strengthen Biogen's access automation capabilities, application security, and GxP/Quality compliance programs by delivering scalable, secure, and well-governed identity governance solutions. The role translates business, security, and compliance requirements into technical architecture, implementation roadmaps, integrations, and operational processes. It partners closely with other areas within Enterprise IT Services, Cybersecurity, AMS, Infrastructure, application areas in other functions, IT Quality, and business teams to ensure access lifecycle, provisioning, certification, role management, and audit needs are met effectively.
What You'll Do
Architecture & Solution Design
- Design & implement enterprise-wide Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions using SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) and ServiceNow as a front end
- Define IAM architecture, standards, and best practices aligned with security and compliance requirements.
- Create high-level and low-level solution designs, architecture diagrams, and implementation roadmaps.
- Evaluate business requirements and translate them into SailPoint technical solutions.
Implementation & Integration
- Lead SailPoint implementation projects from design through deployment.
- Design and oversee integrations with: Active Directory LDAP HR systems (Workday, Fieldglass) ERP systems (Oracle) Cloud applications (ServiceNow, Salesforce, O365, etc.)
- Design provisioning and de-provisioning workflows.
- Configure access certifications, lifecycle events, role management, policy violations, and segregation of duties (SoD).
Leadership & Governance
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to IAM engineers, developers, and administrators.
- Conduct architecture and design reviews.
- Establish governance processes for identity lifecycle management.
- Lead client workshops and requirements gathering sessions.
- Mentor team members and promote IAM best practices.
Security & Compliance
- Ensure solutions comply with regulatory requirements such as GxP, SOX.
- Implement security controls, risk mitigation measures, and audit requirements.
- Support internal and external audits related to identity management.
Stakeholder Management
- Work closely with business, security, infrastructure, and application teams.
- Present architectural recommendations to senior leadership and clients.
- Manage technical risks and project dependencies.
Who You Are
You are resourceful and driven IT professional who has a track record of delivering superior customer experience.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Master's degree preferred.
Experience
- 10+ years of overall IT experience.
- 6+ years of hands-on SailPoint experience.
- 3+ years in a Solution Architect or Lead Architect role.
- Experience delivering large-scale IAM transformation programs.
Technical Skills
- SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC)
- Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Access Certification & Compliance
- Provisioning & Lifecycle Management
- Application Onboarding
- REST APIs, SCIM, JDBC, LDAP
- Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID
- Java, BeanShell and SailPoint rule development
- Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- ServiceNow integration
Preferred Certifications
- SailPoint Certified Identity Security Cloud Engineer
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 10+ years of overall IT experience
- 6+ years of hands-on SailPoint experience
- 3+ years in a Solution Architect or Lead Architect role
- Experience delivering large-scale IAM transformation programs
- SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC)
- Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Access Certification & Compliance
- Provisioning & Lifecycle Management
- Application Onboarding
- REST APIs, SCIM, JDBC, LDAP
- Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID
- Java, BeanShell and SailPoint rule development
- Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- ServiceNow integration
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life insurance
- Fitness & Wellness programs
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 15 days paid vacation
- End-of-year shutdown
- 12 paid holidays
- 3 personal significance days
- 80 hours sick time
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 401(k) matching
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Resource Groups
Company overview
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading global biotechnology company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. As one of the oldest independent biotechnology companies in the United States, Biogen has established itself as a pioneer in neuroscience, focusing on difficult-to-treat conditions where few or no treatment options exist. The company's portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments for multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, and Friedreich's ataxia. With approximately 7,000 employees worldwide, Biogen operates through a global network that includes research and development hubs in Cambridge, Research Triangle Park in North Carolina, and South San Francisco, along with world-class manufacturing facilities in the United States and Switzerland. The company's commitment to scientific innovation is demonstrated by its Nobel Prize-winning founders and its receipt of the U.S. National Medal of Technology and Innovation. Biogen's patient-centric approach drives its mission to deliver transformative medicines that improve lives while creating sustainable value for shareholders and communities.