Senior Identity Architect at Universal Music Group

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Universal Music Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in IAM or Security Architecture roles, with demonstrated success in designing enterprise-scale IAM platforms
  • Strong expertise with IAM protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OIDC, SCIM, LDAP, Kerberos, FIDO) and modern cloud identity models
  • Extensive hands-on experience with products like CyberArk, PingOne, Ping Davinci, EntraID, Saviynt, HashiCorp Vault, Digicert, Onfido, and Active Directory
  • Expert-level understanding of Authentication, Authorization, Directory Services, PKI, MFA, Federation, and PAM
  • Experience designing secure APIs and automating operational functions
  • Proven ability to lead architectural governance and collaborate across security, infrastructure, application, and compliance teams
  • Track record of implementing secure, scalable identity solutions in multi-cloud and hybrid environments
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
  • Experience working in Agile environments with cross-functional engineering teams
  • Desirable: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
  • Desirable: Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, or TOGAF
  • Desirable: Background in risk-based authentication, adaptive access

Responsibilities

  • Architect and design enterprise-wide IAM solutions aligned with business goals, security policies, and compliance requirements
  • Provide leadership and oversight for strategic IAM functions including PAM, IGA, SSO, MFA, Federation, PKI, Directory Services, and Secrets Management
  • Define technical direction for IAM tools and develop overall strategic framework for implementation across the company with an emphasis on standard configurations
  • Lead architecture planning and lifecycle designs for all personas including employees, partners, customers, and non-human identities
  • Establish the target-state identity architecture and effectively communicate and guide engineers to implementing that vision
  • Develop secure and scalable authentication, authorization, and account provisioning workflows
  • Partner with engineering teams to integrate identity services into applications and infrastructure using APIs and automation pipelines
  • Evaluate complex business requirements and effectively guide cross-functional teams to implement secure identity frameworks
  • Create and maintain architectural documentation, standards, and design patterns for IAM services
  • Contribute to solution development and code when needed, and review designs to ensure compliance with architecture and security standards
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to communicate strategy, resolve roadblocks, and champion IAM modernization initiatives

Skills

IAM
Access Management
IGA
PAM
SSO
MFA
Federation
PKI
Directory Services
Secrets Management
Multi-Cloud
Authentication

Universal Music Group

Global music recording, publishing, and distribution

About Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group (UMG) operates as a major player in the global music industry, engaging in recording, publishing, and distribution across over 60 countries. The company works with a wide range of clients, from famous artists like Elton John and Taylor Swift to new and independent musicians. UMG's operations include selling physical and digital music, streaming services, licensing music for various media, and organizing live performances. The company signs artists to contracts, produces their music, and manages their publishing rights, while also offering marketing and promotional services to help artists expand their reach. UMG generates revenue through multiple channels, including music sales, streaming subscriptions, licensing fees, live performances, and merchandise. This diverse approach allows UMG to maintain its leadership position in the music market by providing comprehensive support to artists and capitalizing on various revenue opportunities.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1934Year Founded
$3,890.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary
401k
Flexible PTO
Medical, dental, visiion insurance
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Well-Being Allowance

Risks

Legal battle with Drake over 'pay-for-play' could harm UMG's reputation.
Downtown Music acquisition may face regulatory scrutiny, delaying expansion plans.
AI partnership with Amazon may not fully address evolving AI content challenges.

Differentiation

UMG leads the music industry with a diverse global presence in 60+ countries.
UMG's artist-centric streaming model enhances engagement and revenue for musicians.
UMG's strategic partnerships, like with Amazon, bolster innovation and content protection.

Upsides

UMG's acquisition of Downtown Music boosts its independent music sector presence.
Partnership with KLAY Vision positions UMG as a leader in AI-driven music innovation.
Collaboration with WPP enhances UMG's marketing capabilities and global reach.

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