Ice Cream Identity & Access Management Lead

Job Title: Ice Cream Identity & Access Management Lead

Work Level: WL2C

Location: Bangalore/Mumbai, India

ABOUT UNILEVER:

Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, which improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good.

Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas, and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life – giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future.

Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you will be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you will channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we will work to help you become a better you.

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win.

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.

JOB PURPOSE:

As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking a highly skilled IT Identity and Access Management Lead to join our dynamic team.

The Identity and Access Management Lead is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of the organization’s identity and access management systems. This role ensures that the right individuals have access to the right resources at the right times for the right reasons, thereby safeguarding the organization’s data and systems. The role is part of the Cybersecurity team.

The newly created Ice Cream Technology function will drive the technology set-up, standalone design and implementation of all required technology capabilities to enable Unilever’s Ice Cream business to become a fully functioning standalone company, separate from Unilever.

The IT Identity and Access Management Lead is therefore overseeing that the IT security framework will be defined, focusing on choosing the right tech capabilities for managing accesses to systems and data within the IC organisation as well as defining the right and secure processes to request, manage and safeguard accesses across our technology and data estate.

The successful candidate will be one that has significant IT expertise with a proven record of leading large-scale Cybersecurity transformations and has a passion for building world class IT security standards that make a meaningful impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategy and Planning:
  • Develop and implement IAM strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Align IAM initiatives with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
• System Management:
  • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of IAM systems, including user provisioning, authentication, and authorization.
  • Manage IAM tools and technologies, ensuring they are up-to-date and effective.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot IAM systems to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Access Control:
  • Ensure proper access controls are in place for all systems and applications.
  • Manage user access requests, approvals, and reviews.
  • Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and principles.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
  • Prepare and present IAM reports to senior management.
  • Conduct regular audits and reviews of IAM processes and systems.
• Leadership:
  • Mentor and share learnings within the tech teams of IAM standards.
  • Provide training and support to staff on IAM policies and procedures.
  • Foster a culture of security awareness and best practices within the organization.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in IAM technologies and tools (e.g., Microsoft Azure AD, …).
  • Strong understanding of security protocols, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
  • Experience with directory services (e.g., LDAP, Active Directory).
• Analytical Skills:
  • Ability to conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience with data analysis and reporting tools.
• Leadership and Communication:
  • Proven experience in leading and managing a team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, Identity and Access Management
• Proficiency with security monitoring and incident handling.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team players’ abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple incidents simultaneously.

Required Experience:

• Degree in Information Technology, IAM or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IAM or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) are highly desirable.

LEADERSHIP:

• Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors
  • PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Has emotional intelligence to take feedback, manage mood and motivations, and build empathy for others.
  • PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.
  • CONSUMER LOVE: Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
  • BUSINESS ACUMEN: Creates sustainable growth with purpose, engaging different partners across the system for change.

NOTE:
Please apply online and add your Talent Profile (updated Resume) mandatorily & also upload your last 3yrs PDP reports if possible. Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

Meeting applicable residency period rule is mandatory.

Should you require additional information, please contact Talent Advisor - Maria Priyanka.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion 

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

Additional Information

Please apply via this portal as e-mail applications will not be processed. By applying to this role, you are confirming that you have informed your Line Manager and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions. 

In lieu of the UniOps Productivity program, all the impacted talents would be prioritized across the open roles. Given the number of roles and timeline for this process, interview would be organized based on shortlisting only. We shall communicate the status of all unaddressed applicants, by early December.  

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment journey. Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner listed on the role