Identity & Access Management (IAM) -Sr. IT Analyst Applications

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

We are seeking a skilled Identity & Access Management (IAM) -Sr. IT Analyst Applications to join Infrastructure Services -CAT IT Division The Identity & Access Management (IAM) Senior Analyst is responsible for executing and supporting enterprise IAM operations, governance activities, and access management processes. The role serves as a subject matter expert for identity lifecycle management, access governance, privileged access controls, and authentication technologies while ensuring compliance with organizational security policies and regulatory requirements. The Senior Analyst works closely with the IAM Lead, IAM Manager, application teams, cybersecurity teams, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, efficient, and scalable access management services across the enterprise. The preference for this role is to be based out of Whitefield PSN Office , Bangalore -KA What you will do IAM Operations & Access Management  Execute day-to-day Identity and Access Management activities including: User provisioning and deprovisioning Joiner, Mover, and Leaver (JML) processes Access requests and approvals Role assignments and access modifications Privileged access administration Identity lifecycle management Ensure all access requests are processed accurately and within established service levels. Investigate and resolve IAM-related incidents, escalations, and access issues. Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for recurring issues. Maintain accurate documentation of access management activities and procedures. Identity Governance & Compliance Support access certification campaigns and periodic access reviews. Validate user access against approved business requirements and security policies. Assist with Segregation of Duties (SoD) reviews and remediation activities. Support internal and external audits by providing access control evidence and documentation. Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and cybersecurity requirements. Identify control weaknesses and recommend process improvements. Technical Administration & Support Perform administration and operational support for IAM platforms and technologies. Support configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of: Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) solutions Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems Single Sign-On (SSO) Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Directory and federation services Collaborate with application teams on onboarding applications into IAM platforms. Support system integrations, role-based access models, and workflow enhancements. Participate in IAM system upgrades, testing, and implementation activities. Process Improvement & Automation Identify opportunities to improve access management processes and operational efficiency. Assist in developing and implementing automation solutions to reduce manual effort. Support IAM transformation and modernization