Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) Engineer (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Identity and Access Management (IAM) team, composed of 10 people, is integrated in the Digital Technology Security and Compliance Platform department and focuses on design, implement and support the IAM technologies and processes to secure and provide the right accesses to the right people at the right time with the best user experience, in collaboration with Digital Technology department.

As an Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) Engineer, you will work on managing, designing and securing systems to support access management. You will get the opportunity to contribute to Group’s security accesses and compliance and have a positive impact on Solvay Security Transformation. You will be accountable for:

• Identity & Access Management: Own the end-to-end identity lifecycle, including provisioning/de‑provisioning, access controls, periodic reviews, and enforcement of IAM policies and best practices.


• Automation & Operations: Design, develop, and maintain automated workflows for identity and account provisioning, while troubleshooting and resolving IGA-related issues.


• Application & System Integration: Lead application onboarding by integrating new systems into the IGA platform, ensuring alignment with security and access governance requirements.


• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure IAM processes meet regulatory and audit requirements (e.g. GDPR, HIPAA, SOX) and support access governance and compliance objectives.


• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner closely with IT, security, and business teams to align IAM strategies with organisational goals and operational needs.

We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

Relevant education degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Information Technology. Relevant work experience of minimum 8 years in IAM or IGA roles.

Preferred Certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM); Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

Competencies:

• Fluency in English


• Experience with IGA tools (e.g., SailPoint, Savynt, Microsoft, Memority, SAP)


• Project management skills to plan and execute Identity-related projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget


• Knowledge of scripting languages and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to streamline IGA processes

Behaviors:

• Strong leadership capability


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills


• Establish rapport and influencing skills

About the pay

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is € 48400 - € 73000 per year in Portugal.

Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits:

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.


• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.


• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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