Senior Associate, Information Security

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are currently looking to hire a Sr. Associate, Information Security for a financial client located in Indianapolis, IN.

This is a 6+ month contract opportunity with a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days per week onsite. As the Sr. Associate, Information Security, you will play a critical role in supporting the implementation and maintenance of the Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) program. This role focuses on IAM governance, security operations, compliance, and risk management, ensuring a robust and effective security framework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee IAM governance tasks, including quality reviews, audits, access certifications, and policy updates
• Collaborate with IT, compliance, and security teams to implement and maintain security controls and best practices
• Monitor Qualys for vulnerabilities, create remediation tasks in Azure DevOps (ADO), and track progress
• Communicate SailPoint updates to the IAM Operations team and ensure timely reporting of metrics
• Support RBAC operations, user access controls, security monitoring, compliance, and incident response
• Utilize Excel for role-based access analysis, impact assessments, and reporting using pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Work with the SailPoint team to expand monitoring capabilities and enforce policy violations

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong understanding of information security principles, IAM, and risk management frameworks
• Experience with security policies, standards, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) for data analysis and reporting
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess security issues and propose solutions
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate across teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1-2 years of experience in information security, IAM, or compliance (willing to train the right candidate)
• Knowledge of RBAC frameworks and best practices
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, or similar are a plus

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of the assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

Apply now if you meet the qualifications for this Sr. Associate, Information Security opportunity. Our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the interview process and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.