Information Technology Spec 5 - Identity Management Specialist

Job Details

Working Title: Information Technology Spec 5 - Identity Management Specialist
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 5
Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 96626
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/26/2026
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / MNSCU Central Office-MAPE
• Division/Unit: MnSCU System Office / MnSCU OOC Prof/ Supr
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Not Applicable Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $40.43 - $69.11 / hourly; $84,417 - $144,301 / annually
• Job Class Option: Systems Software
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

Job Description

The ITS5-Security, Identity Management Specialist will play a leadership role in the development, deployment and administration of applications used as part of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Enterprise Access Management strategic initiatives. This includes providing highly skilled subject matter expertise in identity management, reduced/single sign-on across Minnstate’s enterprise solutions, and directory integration or synchronization with 33 institutions’ Active Directory systems and other enterprise and 3rd party systems. This position’s primary focus will be administering/implementing identity management systems/solutions, managing changes to the systems, developing and maintaining workflows, and working with stakeholders to ensure that systems and processes are implemented and used as intended. Assists in secure software development architectures, guidelines, and standards, and participates in the review and selection of secure software development products and services.

The ideal candidate will have experience with IDM solutions, Active Directory, EntraID, Shibboleth, Java EE or other development platform experience, and SQL.

Minimum Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience in designing/implementing/maintaining/configuring IAM systems. A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
• Experience with Identity Management tools like Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM), EntraID or other cloud identity systems.
• Development and configuration experience with Identity Systems
• Directory synchronization Experience with technologies such as with Oracle/Sun Identity Manager, Microsoft Identity manager (MIM), Microsoft Active Directory, EntraID.
• Development experience with Java EE, Modern Scripting languages, and SQL
• Demonstrate initiative and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate well developed project management/leadership skills.

Preferred Qualification

• Federation services including OAuth2, Shibboleth, and Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML)
• Web Access Managers & web application development
• System integration experience with Minnesota State’s ISRS & Workday ERP
• Background in higher education or State government agencies
• Experience with current 3rd party cloud Identity Systems.

Qualifications

Application Details

How to Apply

To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota\_State\_Careers/job/St-Paul/Information-Technology-Spec-5-Identity-Management-Specialist\_JR0000005608.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Shane Moore at [email protected] or 651-273-3967.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Shane Moore at [email protected].

About Minnesota State

Minnesota State is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented employees who serve our 200,000 students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 14,444 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.