IAM Analyst

Function IT Our Company We’re Hitachi Vantara, the data foundation trusted by the world’s innovators. Our resilient, high-performance data infrastructure means that customers – from banks to theme parks ­– can focus on achieving the incredible with data. If you’ve seen the Las Vegas Sphere, you’ve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate, optimize, innovate – and wow their customers. Right now, we’re laying the foundation for our next wave of growth. We’re looking for people who love being part of a diverse, global team – and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data. Job description *Current residency in the US required along with fluency in English and Japanese (speaking, reading, and writing). The Team We are the Identity and Access Management team, part of Cybersecurity at Hitachi Vantara, and we are passionate advocates of information security! We maintain key tools and software in our corporate environment that ensures the proper identity and access management of our employees, vendors, customers, and partners. We are out-of-the-box thinkers, innovators, and team players. We constantly seek new and better ways of doing things. We need highly motivated individuals to join our dynamic team who have positive attitudes and want to be part of something special. We strive for nothing less than the very best IAM program! The Role This is a cross‑functional cybersecurity role that supports day‑to‑day cybersecurity operations across the organization, with a primary focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM). The role partners closely with cybersecurity operations teams to support ongoing activities while maintaining deep involvement in IAM lifecycle management, access controls, and governance. The position works collaboratively with IAM engineers, cybersecurity teams, and business stakeholders and serves as a key liaison with stakeholders in Japan. Fluency in English and Japanese (speaking, reading, and writing) is required to support effective communication across technical and non‑technical audiences in a global environment. The role reports to the Workforce IAM Program Manager within Identity and Access Management at Hitachi Vantara. Your tasks will include: Serve as a primary liaison between the IAM team and business users and stakeholders in Japan. Partner with IAM engineers and platform teams to support identity services, access controls, and operational improvements. Support cybersecurity documentation, process updates, and standard operating procedures, while helping ensure IAM controls align with cybersecurity policies, standards, and compliance requirement Assist with operational coordination, issue tracking, and follow‑ups across cybersecurity teams. Communicate effectively in English and Japanese, translating technical concepts into clear, business‑appropriate language and vice versa. Assist with requirements, resolve issues, and communicate changes across teams and regions. What You’ll Bring Fluency in English and Japanese, including speaking, reading, and writing, with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and business audiences. Experience in cybersecurity or enterprise IT environments, including exposure to cybersecurity operations and identity‑related platforms. Working knowledge of IAM platforms and concepts, with the ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, consumable policies and documentation for non‑technical audiences. Attention to detail. Strong communicator and collaborator, able to work with key stakeholders while effectively managing multiple workstreams in a global, cross‑functional environment. As required by the equal pay and transparency acts, the expected compensation for this position is $90K base plus bonus. The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara’s bonus where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. #LI-TO1 Our Company Hitachi Vantara is part of the Global Hitachi family. We balance innovation with an open, friendly culture and the backing of a long-established parent company, known for its ethical reputation. We guide customers from what’s now to what’s next by unlocking the value of their data and applications to solve their digital challenges, achieving outcomes that benefit both business and society. Our people are our biggest asset, they drive our innovation advantage, and we strive to offer a flexible and collaborative workplace where they can thrive. Diversity of thought is welcomed, and our employee base is represented by several active Employee Resource Group communities. We offer industry leading benefits packages and promote a creative and inclusive culture. If driving real change gives you a sense of pride and you are passionate about powering social good, we’d love to hear from you. About us We’re a global team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future, this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential. Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth. We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work. How we look after you We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with. We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.