Zoox, Incorporated

Information Security Manager - Identity and Access Management

Zoox, Incorporated · Foster City, CA
Foster City, CA $228K–$273K Posted 2026-10-08
Salary
$228K–$273K
Type
Full-time
Experience
8+ yr

About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

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A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Strategic Leadership & Governance

  • IAM Strategy: Lead the definition, rollout, and execution of the enterprise IAM roadmap, aligning identity practices with Zero Trust principles and corporate security standards.
  • Governance & Policies: Develop, maintain, and enforce identity policies, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), Least Privilege, and Separation of Duties (SoD).
  • Team Management: Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing team of IAM engineers, system integrators, and security analysts.

Operational Excellence & Technical Oversight

  • Lifecycle Management: Oversee the Joiner, Mover, and Leaver (JML) processes to automate provisioning and de-provisioning workflows across on-premises and cloud platforms.
  • Authentication & SSO: Architect and oversee modern authentication standards, including Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), SAML 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and passwordless technology.
  • Privileged Access Management (PAM): Manage enterprise PAM solution implementation, securing administrative credentials, session monitoring, and just-in-time access controls.
  • Identity Governance & Administration (IGA): Direct user access reviews, entitlement certification campaigns, and automated access request/approval workflows.

Risk Management, Compliance & Support

  • Audit & Compliance: Function as the primary IAM lead for internal and external audits, ensuring timely remediation of access-related findings.
  • Incident Response: Act as an escalation point for identity-focused security incidents, credentials compromise, and unauthorized access investigations.
  • Vendor Management: Evaluate, select, and manage third-party IAM software vendors, tools, and professional services partners.
  • 8+ years of total experience in IT and Cybersecurity, with at least 3+ years in a leadership/management capacity focused specifically on Identity & Access Management.
  • Hands-on experience with industry-standard IAM tools:

○ Directory & Identity Providers: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Okta, Ping Identity, Active Directory.
○ IGA Platforms: SailPoint, Saviynt, or Microsoft Entra ID Governance.
○ PAM Solutions: CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea, or HashiCorp Vault.

  • Deep understanding of OAuth 2.0, SAML, OIDC, SCIM, Kerberos, and LDAP protocols.
  • Strong familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
  • CISSP, CISM, CISA, or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, SailPoint Certified).
  • Hands-on experience managing identity across AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud environments.
  • Proficiency in scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python, REST APIs) for workflow optimization.

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

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Zoox

Autonomous Vehicles · Public · Foster City, USA

Stage & Valuation
Public · $1.3B
Key Investors
Amazon, Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Alium Capital
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