IAM JAVA DEVELOPER - REMOTE WITHIN CALIFORNIA

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Department Overview
As a security first organization, Technology Delivery Services (TDS) is part of the Information Technology (IT) Department. The TDS teams include Information Security, Planning (architecture and PMO), Application Development, HR & Payroll Development, Infrastructure, and Client Services teams. We maintain an innovative, inclusive, and supportive work environment.

Position Summary
The Java developer / analyst will act as a technical resource for application & interface design, configuration, and operation. This work will include coding, deployment, and support for identity and access management (IAM) related functions and integrations. The role may also configure IAM-related software and integrations with other systems, including operating systems, middleware, databases, web services, software, and authentication proxies. The ideal candidate will have experience in the areas of software development / coding (Java), installation, configuration, and support for software products, and with configuring integrations between IT systems. A background in IAM solutions development, configuration, and support is a strong plus. Proven experience with Identity and Access Management technologies and protocols (e.g., OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect, Shibboleth). Strong understanding of Java and its ecosystem (Spring, Hibernate, etc.). Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture, and messaging protocols (SOAP). Familiarity with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL). Knowledge of version control systems (Git). Experience with cloud platforms (AWS). Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Key Responsibilities

35% Designs, develops, modifies, debugs, deploys and evaluates user identity, provisioning, and authentication related software and scripts. Performs data analysis and analyzes the design and use of data sources, including relational databases, LDAP data stores, and file-based data stores. Monitors and employs identity authentication and provisioning related source code control techniques and configuration management. Performs adequate testing of software to ensure proper operation and conformance to test plans. Implements release management.

20% Manages user identity authentication systems and services for an organization of moderate size comprising multiple, integrated systems. Makes recommendations for upgrade of computer hardware, software and services relating to identity and access management. Performs analysis to acquire, install, modify and support operating systems, web services, software, databases, utilities and/or tools for the management of user identities, federated authentication, user provisioning interfaces, and related logging, audit, and monitoring. Applies and manages essential security configurations.

15% Identifies, evaluates and develops complex systems, processes and procedures specific to the creation, lifecycle management, and provisioning of trusted user accounts and related authentication mechanisms. Creates specifications for IAM related systems to meet end-user requirements. Develops user interface designs, including self-registration and user provisioning / approval workflow mechanisms. Gathers, analyzes, and documents IAM system requirements, revising existing system and process logic issues as necessary.

10% Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues, including hardware, custom and off-the-shelf software, supporting service integrations, and related interfaces and network configurations. Coordinates workflow of support requests, setting priorities and tracking resolution. Ensures compliance with and provides input to service level agreements.

10% Security - Participates in security training and keeps current with industry best practices to ensure software is not exposing the organization to unnecessary risk. Contributes to architecture design to ensure that software/applications are secure. Addresses vulnerabilities as they are discovered by assisting in developing action plans and remediating issues discovered in the software. Keeps up to date of new developments in software vulnerabilities and prevention.

10% Act as the IT point of contact for questions, application support, and maintenance of the system. Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation and perform regular system maintenance during off hours and over the weekends as needed.

Experience
Required Qualifications

• Min 8 years of related Information Technology work experience.

Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills associated with programming design, modification and implementation.
• Advanced knowledge of secure software development. Demonstrated ability to create software specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to install software and troubleshoot and repair moderately complex problems with computing devices, peripherals and software.
• Understanding of and experience troubleshooting client, server and peripherals-related issues and actions that can be taken to improve or correct performance.
• Experience in incident response and digital forensics, including data collection, examination and analysis.
• Skills and experience with development, configuration, testing, and operational support of identity and access management related tools and technologies.
• Knowledge of identity and access management concepts, tools, and technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of business and process analysis functions.
• Knowledge of the design, development and application of technology and systems to meet business needs.
• Demonstrated experience with database administration.
• Working knowledge of database management systems and standards.
• Advanced database querying and modeling skills working with moderately complex databases.
• Ability to write technical documentation in a clear and concise manner.
• Advanced knowledge of computer security tools, best practices and policies including demonstrated experience securing server-based software.
• Demonstrated skill at administering moderately complex security controls and configurations to computer hardware, software and networks.
• Demonstrated testing and test planning skills.
• Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of how system management actions affect other systems, system users and dependent / related functions.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
• Ability to elicit and communicate technical and non-technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• Familiarity with data quality and governance issues and requirements.
• Familiarity with logical data design and data mapping or data conversion.

Education
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Licenses and Certifications
Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP

Job Title
Information Systems Analyst 4

Job Code
000499

Salary Grade
Grade 25

Payscale:
$145,000 - $165,000

The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

California residents, or those willing to relocate to CA, who wish to work onsite, hybrid, or remote, will be considered. Not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer.

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job is (12/4/2024).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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