Identity Specialist (Open-Source Technologies)

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Sword Services seeks an Identity Specialist for a Geneva onsite IAM role focused on secure on-prem identity with open-source tech and Zero Trust. You will own the CIAM lifecycle on WSO2 Identity Server, design and operate open-source identities such as Keycloak, implement adaptive access and passwordless flows, and integrate with AD and Entra ID while automating provisioning and maintaining monitoring and documentation. Requirements: degree or equivalent, 5+ years in IAM with open-source focus, strong Keycloak and/or WSO2 experience, SAML OAuth2 OIDC JWT, Java and IaC skills, Agile experience; AD/Entra ID a plus. Tips: tailor your resume to show concrete open-source IAM projects, governance, provisioning metrics, and contributions; discuss Zero Trust and willingness to be onsite in Geneva.

We are opening a position for an Identity Specialist (Open-Source Technologies) to strengthen a modern IAM product team based in Geneva. The role focuses on developing and operating on-premises identity platforms using open-source technologies, supporting a Zero Trust security approach and ensuring secure, seamless access for a globally distributed workforce.

Responsibilities of the role

• Manage the evolution, maintenance, and lifecycle of the existing CIAM platform (WSO2 Identity Server) to ensure continuity and reliability

• Design, deploy, and operate identity solutions based on open-source technologies (e.g., Keycloak, WSO2)

• Implement advanced authentication mechanisms such as adaptive access, MFA, federation, and passwordless authentication aligned with Zero Trust principles

• Integrate identity platforms with corporate environments (e.g., Active Directory, Entra ID)

• Support identity governance processes, including automated Joiner-Mover-Leaver workflows and provisioning

• Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure visibility on identity-related activities and proactively mitigate risks

• Handle incidents and service requests in collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain service stability

• Produce and maintain technical documentation, and contribute to open-source initiatives and internal knowledge sharing

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience

• At least 5 years of practical experience in Identity & Access Management with a strong focus on open-source solutions

• Proven expertise with Keycloak and/or WSO2 Identity Server

• Strong knowledge of identity standards and protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, JWT)

• Development skills in at least one programming language (preferably Java) and familiarity with version control and contribution workflows

• Experience with automation and Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, CI/CD pipelines)

• Knowledge of identity integration with Active Directory and Entra ID is a plus

• Experience working in Agile environments and collaborative delivery frameworks