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IAM Program Director

Hybrid in Spain·Added 3 days ago

Telefónica

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Overview

Job details

Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Spain for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 10+ years of experience
Director-level role.
Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)
“Titulación grado superior en informática o telecomunicaciones (o titulaciones reconocidas similares)” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Work-life balance measures and flexible working hours
Ongoing training and certifications.
Hybrid remote work model.
Attractive social benefits package
Excellent dynamic and multidisciplinary work environment
Volunteering programs

Requirements

What we're looking for

AND FOR THIS, WE BELIEVE IT WOULD BE IDEAL IF YOU HAD...

Education

Higher degree in computer science or telecommunications (or recognized equivalent qualifications)

Experience:

≥10 years leading technological transformation programs in large organizations

≥2 comparable IAM programs or multi-vendor technological rationalization programs

Technical knowledge

Enterprise SSO

Advanced PAM

Corporate IGA

Zero Trust

Cloud IAM

API Security

Skills:

Strategic Thinking

High-level design

Technical leadership

To perform the role, the skills that would best fit the team and the project would be:

Initiative and proactiveness

Good communication skills with different levels and stakeholders (users and IT area), interpersonal skills, and customer orientation.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proactive, entrepreneurial, responsible, and committed to service.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Languages

English

The role

In the Identity unit of Telefónica Cybersecurity & Cloud Tech, we guarantee information security and protection through access control and identity management. We focus on implementing and operating solutions that allow our clients secure and efficient access while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.

What you'll do

The IAM Program Director leads the global vision and roadmap for identity, access, and governance management. They coordinate technical, security, and business teams to ensure that platforms protect company assets without affecting operational agility.

Your day-to-day:

Design and update the multi-year plan for access management (AM)

Identity Governance (IGA) and Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Definition of technical standards

Integration modeling

Security review

Technology roadmap

Solution validation

About Telefónica

Telefónica is one of the world's largest telecommunications companies, providing fixed and mobile connectivity, digital services, and technology solutions to consumers and businesses across Europe and Latin America. With over 100,000 employees and a strong presence in Spain, the UK, Germany, and Brazil, the company operates through brands such as Movistar, O2, and Vivo, and has expanded into areas like cybersecurity, cloud, IoT, and AI through its innovation units.

In Spain, Telefónica is headquartered in Madrid and is a major employer of tech talent, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, data, and AI. The company actively hires international professionals, offering roles in English and fostering a diverse, innovative culture. Its Spanish operations are central to its global strategy, making it a relevant option for internationals seeking to work in a large, established tech and telecom player in Spain.

Industry: Telecom
Founded: 1924
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: telefonica.com

Good to know if you are moving

Telefónica's Spanish offices are largely based in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant tech hub in the Distrito Telefónica complex in Madrid.
The company frequently hires international tech talent and many roles are offered in English, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
Telefónica has a strong commitment to innovation, with dedicated units like gAIt and Wayra focusing on AI and startups.
The company offers a comprehensive relocation package and support for international hires, including visa assistance.
With a global presence and a large Spanish operation, Telefónica provides opportunities for internal mobility across countries and roles.

In their own words

About the company & team

Telefónica Tech is the leading digital transformation company of the Telefónica Group. We offer a wide range of integrated technological services and solutions in Cybersecurity, Cloud, IoT, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain, with which we support our clients in their digital transformation.

We are a group of over 6,200 brave people who work every day from different points around the world to achieve excellence, through leadership based on transparency and team spirit. If you identify with our pillars, we can't wait to meet you!

www.telefonicatech.com

Additional information

#WeAreDiverse #WePromoteEquality

We are convinced that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, transformative, and achieve better results.

Therefore, we promote and guarantee the inclusion of all people regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation and identity, culture, disability, or any other condition.

We want to meet you! 😊

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