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 architecture
Active directory management
Saml oidc oauth 2.0 protocols
3M is seeking a Principal Authentication Services Engineer to lead the architecture and management of enterprise authentication platforms within their Identity & Access Management organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing and deploying IAM solutions, particularly in the context of Zero Trust security principles. This hybrid role is located in either Maplewood, MN, or Austin, TX

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 like SAML, OAuth 2.0, and FIDO2 to drive Zero Trust security initiatives.
  • Candidates will benefit from competitive pay ranging from $145,676 to $178,049 plus 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 and management of enterprise authentication platforms within their Identity & Access Management organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing and deploying IAM solutions, particularly in the context of Zero Trust security principles. This hybrid role is located in either Maplewood, MN, or Austin, TX.

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 architecture
  • Active Directory management
  • SAML OIDC OAuth 2.0 protocols
  • FIDO2 phishing-resistant credentials
  • Conditional Access policy development
  • Zero Trust security strategy implementation

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring mid-level engineers
  • Proof-of-concept technology evaluation
  • Collaboration with global teams
  • Security audit support experience

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the country without sponsorship

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