University of Utah logo

University of Utah

Information Systems Engineers

🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $91K - $117K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ June 20th, 2026
Python Okta

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Utah is hiring Information Systems Engineers. This role involves acting as the primary operational partner for cross-departmental cloud security and identity access management, implementing cloud security access controls, managing IAM ticketing queues, monitoring access logs, and optimizing security processes across multi-cloud platforms.

Highlights
  • Serve as the main operational contact for IAM and cloud security requests from engineering, product, and business teams.
  • Implement secure access controls in AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud environments using least privilege principles.
  • Manage IAM ticketing systems such as Jira and ServiceNow by triaging and resolving access issues.
  • Continuously monitor IAM logs and conduct access reviews to maintain compliance with security policies.
  • Assist in documenting SOPs and automating repetitive operational tasks to improve efficiency.
  • Respond to and remediate identity-related security incidents promptly.
  • Requires strong knowledge of IAM concepts including user lifecycle management, RBAC, MFA, and experience with SSO platforms like Okta or Azure AD.
  • Must have at least a bachelor’s degree plus 6 years or a master’s degree plus 4 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with cloud IAM permissions management and security operations is preferred, along with scripting abilities in Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
  • Annual pay range is $90,779 to $117,000.

Information Systems Engineers Full Description

Information Systems Engineers Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job

Announcement
Details
Open Date 06/17/2026
Requisition Number PRN45397B
Job Title Information Systems Engineers
Working Title Info Systems Eng III
Career Progression Track P00
Track Level P3 - Career
FLSA Code Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
VP Area President
Department 00954 - UIT Systems & Security
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $90,779.00 - 117,000
Close Date 08/31/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Information Systems Engineer III

We are looking for an IAM Security Operations Specialist to join our Identity & Access Management team. In this role, you will be the operational heartbeat of our identity security strategy. You will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of cloud security access controls across our platforms and will act as the primary operational partner for other departments.

About UIT: University Information Technology (UIT), the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U’s Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the U’s shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.

About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the BIG-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.
Responsibilities
Information Systems Engineer, III

Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Act as the primary operational point of contact for inbound IAM and cloud security requests from engineering, product, and business teams.
Cloud Access Implementation: Execute and provision secure access controls across our multi-cloud environment (AWS, Azure, or GCP) following the principle of least privilege.
Queue & Incident Management: Manage the IAM ticketing queue (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow), triaging, troubleshooting, and resolving access issues and security requests efficiently.
Operational Monitoring & Auditing: Continuously monitor IAM logs, identify access anomalies, and conduct regular access reviews to ensure compliance with our security policies.
Process Optimization: Help the team document standard operating procedures (SOPs) and identify opportunities to streamline or automate recurring operational requests.
Emergency Response: Assist in responding to and remediating active identity-related security alerts or unauthorized access incidents.
Job Code: P34283
Grade: P20


Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:


Information Systems Engineer, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.


Preferences
Experience: 2+ years of experience in Security Operations (SecOps), IAM Operations, IT Support Tier 3, or a closely related technical operations role.
Cloud Fundamentals: Hands-on experience navigating and managing permissions within cloud platforms (e.g., AWS IAM, Azure AD/Entra ID, Google Cloud IAM).
Core Identity Knowledge: Solid understanding of user lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Ticketing & Workflow Tools: Experience managing and resolving high-volume technical requests using ticketing systems.
Communication Skills: Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to collaborate patiently and effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Familiarity with modern Single Sign-On (SSO) platforms like Okta, Ping Identity, or Azure AD.
Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., Python, PowerShell, or Bash) to help automate routine tasks.
Relevant foundational certifications (e.g., Security+, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner).
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
 

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
 

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
 

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
 

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
 

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.




Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu


https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/
This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.


As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is your highest level of completed education?
    • None
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent
    • Associate Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • Doctorate Degree
  2. * How many years of related work experience do you have?
    • Less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
    • 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
    • 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
    • 15 years or more
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume

Optional Documents

  1. Cover Letter
University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

 

To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at
.

Any data not saved will be lost.

Click 'OK' to keep your session active.