[Remote] Director, Privileged Access Management at Saviynt

El Segundo, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cybersecurity, Identity Management, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

9+ years of experience leading high-performing software teams at fast-growing companies
Proven track record of leading software development projects that encompass a wide range of technologies
Technical depth and ability to review code and guide key architectural decisions
Technical expertise and experience developing or hands-on management of privileged access management, identity, authentication, or cybersecurity products
Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and experience in leading Agile teams in partnership with product management, design, and other engineering teams including DevOps in a technical enterprise products company
Experience in driving teams both when scrappy innovation is expected and when mission critical quality is required
Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor team members
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a knack for innovation and creative thinking
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and align with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience managing and working with onsite, remote, and global teams
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary software engineering team or teams, ensuring high performance, accountability, and team spirit
Drive the strategic direction of software engineering efforts, aligning with company goals and market trends
Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging the team to explore new technologies and methodologies that can enhance product offerings and operational efficiency
Ensure the adoption and proficient execution of Agile methodologies, fostering close collaboration with product management to meet project timelines and deliverables
Oversee the development and maintenance of the diverse technology stack, ensuring best practices in cloud services, security and access management, AI agents, endpoints, edge gateways, network protocols, and video streaming
Cultivate an environment that motivates and inspires the team, promoting professional growth and personal fulfillment
Drive hands-on efficient execution of projects, ensuring resource optimization and innovative problem-solving
Maintain and enhance quality assurance protocols to ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software solutions
Engage with key stakeholders across the organization, ensuring transparent communication and alignment of software engineering efforts with broader business objectives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AgileCloud ServicesSecurityAccess ManagementAI AgentsEndpointsEdge GatewaysNetwork ProtocolsVideo StreamingSoftware EngineeringTeam LeadershipQuality Assurance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Director, Privileged Access Management role?

Candidates need 9+ years of experience leading high-performing software teams at fast-growing companies, a proven track record in software development projects across a wide range of technologies, and technical expertise in privileged access management, identity, authentication, or cybersecurity products.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of leadership and team culture does Saviynt promote?

Saviynt promotes a culture of innovation, high performance, accountability, team spirit, and professional growth, with a focus on Agile methodologies, motivation, and close collaboration across teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this Director position?

A strong candidate has technical depth to review code and guide architecture, exceptional leadership to inspire and mentor teams, deep Agile expertise, and experience balancing scrappy innovation with mission-critical quality.

Saviynt

Cloud-based identity security and access governance

About Saviynt

Saviynt provides a cloud-based platform focused on identity security and access governance for businesses. Its services include identity governance and administration, third-party access governance, and cloud privileged access management, all aimed at helping organizations manage and secure digital identities, including those of employees and vendors. The platform features automated workflows and tools that simplify identity lifecycle management, while offering visibility and analytics to help businesses stay audit-ready and reduce identity-related risks. Unlike many competitors, Saviynt emphasizes user-friendliness and ease of implementation, making it accessible for a wide range of clients from small businesses to large enterprises. The company's goal is to protect major brands and support their cloud and security initiatives through a subscription-based model that ensures ongoing revenue and investment in product development.

El Segundo, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$165.4MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Emerging identity security startups pose a threat to Saviynt's market share.

Rapid AI advancements may outpace Saviynt's current technological capabilities.

Data privacy and regulatory challenges could hinder global service expansion.

Differentiation

Saviynt offers a unified platform for cloud, enterprise, and big data security.

The AI-powered Intelligence Suite enhances decision-making in identity and access management.

Saviynt's user-friendly platform simplifies identity lifecycle management with automated workflows.

Upsides

Saviynt's recognition as a 2024 Gartner Customers' Choice highlights strong customer satisfaction.

Partnership with SPG expands cybersecurity capabilities and market reach.

Hiring industry experts strengthens Saviynt's leadership and product marketing efforts.

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