What’s Under the Hood

DriveTime Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and our employees by placing a focus on putting the right customer, in the right vehicle, on the right terms and on their path to ownership.

The DriveTime Family of Brands spans across DriveTime, Bridgecrest and SilverRock. You can find us at the intersection of technology and innovation as we use our proprietary tools and over two decades of industry knowledge to redefine the process of purchasing, financing, and protecting your vehicle.

That’s Nice, But What’s the Job?

Job Summary :

The Assistant Director, IAM (Identity and Access Management) Team is responsible for leading a team of IAM professionals in developing, implementing, and managing IAM strategies and solutions. This role combines strong technical acumen with effective people leadership to support secure access control and identity governance across the organization. This position will oversee day-to-day operations, manage project timelines, and ensure IAM policies align with overall cybersecurity and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Oversee IAM systems and tools, including provisioning, deprovisioning, Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC), Single Sign-On (SSO) and System for Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM) solutions

• Drive the implementation and management of IAM policies, processes, and best practices to secure access and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for IAM, advising cross-functional teams on identity security risks, technologies, and solutions.

• Lead technical design and architectural decisions for IAM initiatives, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with organizational needs.

• Identify and resolve technical IAM issues, facilitating quick responses to access-related incidents and coordinating with incident response teams as needed.

People Leadership

• Directly manage and mentor a team of IAM professionals, providing coaching, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

• Cultivate a collaborative, high-performance team environment that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth.

• Conduct regular team meetings, promote knowledge-sharing, and encourage innovative approaches to IAM challenges.

• Ensure team members are equipped with the tools, training, and resources needed to perform their roles effectively.

• Lead recruitment efforts to attract and retain top IAM talent, fostering a culture of inclusivity and excellence.

Experience and Qualifications

• Certifications : Relevant certifications such as Okta Certified, CISSP, CISM, or CIAM are highly desirable.

• Technical Skills :

• Extensive knowledge of IAM technologies, including SSO (ODIC, SAML, SWA), 2FA/MFA, RBAC, and identity governance and administration (IGA).

• Experience with IAM tools(e.g., Okta, SailPoint, Microsoft Entra ID, or similar platforms), implementation and administration. Okta Identity Engine (OIE)experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of security standards, including NIST, ISO 27001, and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOX).

• Professional Experience :

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT or Cybersecurity with at least 5 years in IAM.

• Minimum of 3 years in a management or lead role, demonstrating effective leadership of technical teams.

• Proven track record of leading IAM projects from inception through implementation and support.

Personal Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset for risk management.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and staying current with IAM trends and best practices.

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So What About the Perks? Perks matter

• Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage.

• But Wait, There’s More. 401(K), Company paid life insurance policy, short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.

• Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow! But seriously, DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.

• Tuition Reimbursement. We’re as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that, we’ll put our money where our mouth is.

• Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!

• Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!

• In-House Gym. We want our employees to be the best versions of themselves. So come early, take a break in your day or finish strong with a workout!

• Give Us a Reason (or not), and We’ll Celebrate. Regardless of whether there is a holiday or not, we are finding ways to kick back and enjoy each other’s company outside of day-to-day work.

• Smart-Casual Dress. Come dressed in jeans (you’ll fit right in with the rest of us).

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays. Not just lip service: we work hard, to play hard.

• Company Driver. It’s one of the coolest perks of being who we are! We’ve got your insurance, maintenance, and cost of vehicle covered; you just keep gas in the tank.

Anything Else? Absolutely.

DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here. We could spend a lot of time having you read about ALL our awards, but we’ll save time (and practice some humility) just naming a few others; Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity, Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership, oh and don’t forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay, we’ll stop there)!

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

And when it comes to hiring, we don't just look for the right person for the job, we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional, fun, and high-energy environment!