Identity & Access Management Manager

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At Vital Farms, we’re proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

Your Role:

The IAM Manager will lead the strategy, implementation, and operational excellence of the organization’s Identity & Access Management program. This role is ideal for a seasoned IT leader with deep experience in SSO, Active Directory (Azure and On-Premise), and cross functional IT operations. The IAM Manager will partner with IT Security and IT Operations leadership and business stakeholders to ensure secure, seamless, and scalable access across the enterprise.

This position aligns strongly with candidates who have overseen IAM environments in fast paced, multi platform organizations, and delivered measurable improvements in service quality, security posture, and operational efficiency.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and execute the enterprise IAM roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and security requirements.
• Oversee the SSO platform (e.g., Azure Active Directory) and identity governance processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in user lifecycle management, access provisioning, and role-based access controls.
• Evaluate emerging IAM technologies and lead selection and implementation efforts.
• Manage and optimize IAM infrastructure across macOS, Windows, and mobile environments.
• Administer and enhance Active Directory, Azure AD, and related authentication systems.
• Partner with IT operations, HR, Security, and business units to streamline access workflows.
• Participate in selection, implantation, and operation of identity governance tools that interconnect and span the hire-to-retire process with our HRIS platforms.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for executives and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify IAM related risks and work with leadership to implement controls to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
• Ensure seamless digital experience for identity across Mac, Windows, and Mobile environments for crew. Collaborate with IT and People functions to streamline service desk workflows, reduce provisioning friction, and improve overall user experience.
• Support compliance initiatives, and internal security policies.
• Conduct periodic access reviews, audits, and certifications.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or minimum of 5 years of experience in IT Support roles, IAM operations, infrastructure management, and service delivery.
• Strong communication skills, customer focus, and sense of urgency.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• The candidate must possess excellent written communication, customer service and interpersonal skills and should be able to work as a team. This position will require working with many types of end users.
• Experience supporting and securing mixed Mac/Windows environments at scale, including endpoint configuration and compliance.
• Experience with Azure AD / Entra ID Conditional Access, Multi Factor Authentication, and Identity Protection.
• Experience managing in a multi-platform environment (macOS, Windows, Android, and iOS) including with device management tools (Intune and Mosyle).
• Strong expertise in Identity and Access Management technologies, authentication protocols, and directory services.
• Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python) and automation concepts for environment and device management.
• Understanding of ITIL processes and secure system design.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and serve multiple users at one time.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to travel 25% for team meetings, company offsites, employee onboarding trips and other business needs
• You’re no hero – You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
• You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
• You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
• You can walk in someone else’s boots – You seek to understand other’s viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
• You don’t walk on eggshells – You’re not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
• We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we haven’t yet considered!

What We Bring to the Table:

• A fast-paced, energetic, remote environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table.
• Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few).
• Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) + 3% Contribution from Day 1.
• Free eggs and butter (yes, really!), along with friends and family discounts.
• Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town.
• Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth.