Cybersecurity Manager
CBRE, Dallas, TX, United States
About the role
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Manager to lead our Identity Access Management (IAM) and federation operations. This role requires a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and proven ability to manage teams, drive complex projects, and align security solutions with business objectives.
What you'll do
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop the Federation Team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence
Manage resource allocation, workload prioritization, and team performance to meet organizational goals
Provide technical guidance and strategic direction on federation architecture and IAM best practices
Key Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end project execution involving Okta, PingFederate, and Microsoft Entra ID
Partner with business stakeholders, technical teams, and project managers to deliver customer-centric, compliant solutions
Ensure all deployments align with business requirements, security standards, and regulatory compliance frameworks
Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations
Design and implement enterprise-level federation solutions and reference architectures
Configure and maintain SSO systems, workflows, and integrations across Okta, PingFederate, and Entra ID
Establish and enforce security policies including sign-on protocols, password standards, and MFA requirements
Lead application onboarding using SSO and SCIM integrations
Drive continuous improvement in security posture and operational efficiency
What you'll do
8-10 years of progressive experience in IAM and federation technologies, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
Proven track record managing technical teams and delivering complex federation projects
Expert-level proficiency with Okta, PingFederate, and Microsoft Entra ID
Deep technical knowledge of Okta Workflows, PingFederate configuration, Conditional Access, and Hybrid Identity
Strong understanding of SSO, SAML, OAuth/OIDC, MFA, RBAC, and fine-grained authorization models
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools (GitHub, Terraform)
Proficiency in scripting and coding for automation and integration
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Why CBRE?
At CBRE, we believe we possess an encouraging environment where integrity, service, and excellence craft our approach to every opportunity. We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we live in.
CBRE named a Fortune's Most Admired Real Estate Company Fourteen years in a row
CBRE agrees to acquire J&J Worldwide Services, a leading provider of engineering services, base support operations and facilities maintenance for the U.S. federal government.
Named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere for 11th consecutive year.
Ranked #3 on Barron's Most Sustainable Company list
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Manager to lead our Identity Access Management (IAM) and federation operations. This role requires a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and proven ability to manage teams, drive complex projects, and align security solutions with business objectives.
What you'll do
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop the Federation Team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence
Manage resource allocation, workload prioritization, and team performance to meet organizational goals
Provide technical guidance and strategic direction on federation architecture and IAM best practices
Key Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end project execution involving Okta, PingFederate, and Microsoft Entra ID
Partner with business stakeholders, technical teams, and project managers to deliver customer-centric, compliant solutions
Ensure all deployments align with business requirements, security standards, and regulatory compliance frameworks
Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations
Design and implement enterprise-level federation solutions and reference architectures
Configure and maintain SSO systems, workflows, and integrations across Okta, PingFederate, and Entra ID
Establish and enforce security policies including sign-on protocols, password standards, and MFA requirements
Lead application onboarding using SSO and SCIM integrations
Drive continuous improvement in security posture and operational efficiency
What you'll do
8-10 years of progressive experience in IAM and federation technologies, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
Proven track record managing technical teams and delivering complex federation projects
Expert-level proficiency with Okta, PingFederate, and Microsoft Entra ID
Deep technical knowledge of Okta Workflows, PingFederate configuration, Conditional Access, and Hybrid Identity
Strong understanding of SSO, SAML, OAuth/OIDC, MFA, RBAC, and fine-grained authorization models
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools (GitHub, Terraform)
Proficiency in scripting and coding for automation and integration
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Why CBRE?
At CBRE, we believe we possess an encouraging environment where integrity, service, and excellence craft our approach to every opportunity. We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we live in.
CBRE named a Fortune's Most Admired Real Estate Company Fourteen years in a row
CBRE agrees to acquire J&J Worldwide Services, a leading provider of engineering services, base support operations and facilities maintenance for the U.S. federal government.
Named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere for 11th consecutive year.
Ranked #3 on Barron's Most Sustainable Company list
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)