Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (Identity & Access Management)

TL;DR

Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (Identity & Access Management): Defining enterprise-level IAM strategy and governance frameworks to ensure secure identity management across a global, AI-focused software organization with an accent on Zero Trust principles and identity risk assessment. Focus on architectural oversight, multi-year roadmap development, and establishing enterprise-wide identity standards while guiding complex access models.

Location: Hybrid role based in Sofia, Bulgaria

Company

hirify.global is a trusted provider of software solutions that enable customers to develop, deploy, and manage AI-powered applications with agility and ease.

What you will do

• Define and own the enterprise IAM governance and multi-year architecture strategy.
• Establish enterprise-wide identity reference architectures and guardrails aligned with Zero Trust.
• Act as the final design authority for authentication, authorization, and privilege models.
• Influence IAM initiatives, funding, and prioritization by representing risk posture to senior leadership.
• Oversee IAM risk metrics, maturity assessments, and drive remediation of systemic identity risks.
• Partner with cross-functional IT, HR, Legal, Compliance, and Engineering teams to influence operating models.

Requirements

• 6-8 years of experience in cybersecurity, identity security, or security engineering.
• Deep expertise in IAM governance, architecture, and enterprise risk management.
• Proven track record of leading enterprise-scale IAM initiatives and influencing architecture outcomes.
• Strong understanding of zero trust architectures, RBAC/ABAC, privileged access, and identity lifecycle models.
• Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Nice to have

• Experience operating as a principal or enterprise security architect.
• Proficiency with identity platforms such as Entra ID, Okta, SailPoint, or CyberArk.
• Experience working in regulated or complex enterprise environments.
• Certifications like CISSP, CCSP, or SABSA.

Culture & Benefits

• 30 days paid annual vacation plus birthday and volunteering days off.
• Premium healthcare and dental coverage with additional pension insurance.
• On-site amenities including a daycare center and a gym with CrossFit/climbing facilities.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan enrollment.
• Flexible working hours and free underground parking for vehicles.