Identity & Access Management Business Owner

About the Company EDAG is a global engineering company with roots in the automotive industry, offering end-to-end development—from concept to prototype. For over 56 years, it has supported clients in areas like software, mobility solutions, sustainability, design, and manufacturing. EDAG Engineering Scandinavia AB, based in Gothenburg, serves as the group’s Scandinavian branch and a key partner in western Sweden. It combines strong local expertise with global resources to deliver comprehensive engineering solutions. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Identity & Access Management (IAM) Business Owner to lead the governance, operational ownership, and continuous improvement of IAM capabilities within a complex enterprise environment. In this role, you will ensure that IAM processes, policies, and governance structures are successfully integrated into day-to-day operations. You will work closely with business stakeholders, Product Managers, Cybersecurity teams, Enterprise Architects, and IT service providers to drive operational excellence, stakeholder alignment, and sustainable adoption of IAM capabilities. This is a business focused role centered on governance, operational management, and continuous improvement rather than technical implementation. What You will Do

• Take ownership of Identity & Access Management (IAM) business processes, governance frameworks, and operational routines.
• Ensure successful transition of IAM initiatives and capabilities into sustainable day-to-day business operations.
• Coordinate and oversee IAM-related operational activities, issues, and business requests, working closely with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve IAM processes, documentation, ownership structures, and governance models.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, Product Managers, Cybersecurity teams, Enterprise Architects, and external service providers to ensure effective IAM operations.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize business needs, process improvements, and IAM enhancement opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen IAM governance, user adoption, and operational efficiency.
• Support stakeholder communication, awareness, training, and change management activities related to IAM.
• Monitor operational performance and ensure alignment with security, compliance, and governance requirements.
• Act as the primary business point of contact for IAM-related governance and operational matters, facilitating collaboration across business and technology teams.
• Coordinate with delivery teams and service providers to ensure effective issue resolution and ongoing optimization of IAM capabilities.
• Promote best practices in identity governance, access management, and operational excellence across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM), Identity Governance, Access Management, or related governance and operational roles.
• Demonstrated experience managing business processes, governance frameworks, and operational ownership within complex organizations.
• Experience transitioning project deliverables into ongoing business operations and ensuring sustainable adoption.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles, including identity lifecycle management, access governance, role-based access control (RBAC), and segregation of duties (SoD).
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across business, IT, cybersecurity, and enterprise architecture functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess, prioritize, and drive business improvements.
• Experience coordinating and managing activities with external suppliers and service providers.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and improve operational processes, governance models, and documentation.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Identity Governance & Administration (IGA), Access Management (AM), or Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Familiarity with IAM platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), SailPoint, Saviynt, CyberArk, Okta, or similar solutions.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and governance frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), and CIS Controls.
• Experience supporting audit, compliance, risk management, or cybersecurity assurance activities.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and business process optimization.
• Experience working in large, global, or matrix organizations.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, Identity Management Institute (IMI), or similar credentials are considered an advantage.

Location: Gothenburg, Sweden Valid Swedish work authorization required