Principal Authentication Services Engineer

3M

Maplewood, MN, US
Base: $145,676 - $178,049; bonus/equity: variable ...
Hybrid (at least 3 days per week onsite)
Microsoft entra id administration
Active directory architecture
Saml oidc oauth 2.0 protocols
3M is seeking a Principal Authentication Services Engineer to lead the architecture, engineering, and lifecycle management of enterprise authentication platforms, with a focus on Zero Trust security principles. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and modern authentication protocols, along with strong leadership skills

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a senior technical leader owning the architecture and lifecycle management of enterprise authentication platforms across a complex global environment.
  • The position requires deep expertise in modern authentication protocols including SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and FIDO2 to support Zero Trust security initiatives.
  • 3M offers competitive compensation ranging from $145,676 to $178,049 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

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3M is seeking a Principal Authentication Services Engineer to lead the architecture, engineering, and lifecycle management of enterprise authentication platforms, with a focus on Zero Trust security principles. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and modern authentication protocols, along with strong leadership skills.

Salary

Base: $145,676 - $178,049; Bonus/Equity: Variable incentive pay eligible; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Retirement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Microsoft Entra ID administration
  • Active Directory architecture
  • SAML OIDC OAuth 2.0 protocols
  • FIDO2 and phishing-resistant auth
  • Conditional Access policy development
  • Zero Trust security strategy

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring mid-level engineers
  • Proof-of-concept technology evaluation
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Global environment experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Eight years IAM authentication experience
  • Five years modern authentication protocol experience
  • Five years leading architectural initiatives
  • Must be legally authorized to work in US without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the country without sponsorship

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