Senior IAM Consultants – identity security Modernization

In the context of an identity management study exercise at Smals, we are looking for two (one native NL & one native FR) senior Identity management consultants to support the strategic assessment, scoping, and roadmap definition for a centralized Digital Identity & Access Management (IAM) solution. As identity management experts, you will work closely with Smals stakeholders to evaluate the current identity landscape, define the long-term vision, and propose governance and organizational structures to ensure future success. You will combine technical depth with strong architectural skills to guide Smals in establishing a secure, efficient, and user-friendly IAM system.

Responsibilities

• Conduct stakeholder interviews and map existing digital identities (customers, partners, workforce).
• Analyze the current state of identity storage and access management processes.
• Define the IAM program’s vision, mission, and key use cases.
• Design a conceptual framework for a centralized IAM solution, prioritizing processes before tooling.
• Develop a phased, multi-year roadmap and propose a target IAM architecture.
• Define governance, team structures, roles, and responsibilities for a dedicated IAM function.
• Provide guidance in monthly Steering Committee meetings, ensuring alignment and progress tracking.
• Deliver expertise in IAM best practices, security models, and regulatory standards.

Experiences

• At least 5 years of professional experience in Identity & Access Management and security engineering.
• Proven track record in IAM modernization projects, roadmap definition, and governance design.
• Hands-on expertise with IAM architecture and implementation (AM, IDM, DS, IG) and integration with external identity providers.
• Experience with OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, Ping Identity solutions, and federation models.
• Strong background in penetration testing, security audits, and access control architecture.
• Practical experience in automation and DevOps methodologies (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD, monitoring with Prometheus/Grafana).
• Exposure to complex environments in healthcare and public sector organizations.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, rigorous approach.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes.
• Architecture and design skills with focus on scalability, governance, and compliance.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset; comfortable working under pressure.
• Effective communicator with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Languages: French, Dutch, and English (working proficiency required).

Mission & Working Hours

• Location: Brussels (Smals HQ)
• Contract: mission assignment of 23 days from start to deliverables.
• Working hours: Based on the planning of the workload