IDPro fosters ethics and excellence in the practice and profession of digital identity. We provide our members with world-class opportunities for learning, career progression, and industry contribution. In support of our mission and in alignment with our values, we are excited to announce an open position for the role of IDPro President. 

Identity practitioners and qualified individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply: we believe strongly that diversity within the industry benefits all of us.

We are seeking someone capable and interested in being a highly visible leader who can provide senior-level, chief executive direction and management of strategic efforts according to the role as outlined by the IDPro Board of Directors. Working in collaboration with and under the direction of the Board, the President will:

The President is the Executive Director of the organization and will coordinate, manage and drive the activities of existing operations, membership, finance, and marketing staff as well as IDPro programs and committees in line with organizations strategic and operational priorities.

Experience with startup and formative non-profit professional organizations and alignment with IDPro’s values are necessary as these are foundational elements that allow us to contribute to and lead the IAM industry. We are proud to operate within a team-oriented approach, working constructively, inclusively and flexibly in a global organization that spans cultures, nationalities and timezones—and we expect this individual to demonstrate those same attributes. 
See the full job description here. If you would like to join our dynamic organization and work with like-minded identity industry professionals, we hope you will consider applying. Please contact careers@idpro.org to learn more.

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This represents the fourth annual survey of the digital identity industry conducted by IDPro and made possible by our members and the participants. We began this as a means of better understanding the goals, interests, skills, and noticeable trends among identity industry professionals and the enterprises that employ them. This year, the survey was expanded to include a section examining diversity and inclusivity within the industry. The survey also took place during the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, so it has provided unique insight into the short-term pressures and long-term trends this will have on the industry.

Other items worth noting:

• COVID continues to impact our industry—work from anywhere, digital transformation, and the need for practitioners to connect.
• Directories are becoming less important, as IDaaS and other technologies abstract away the direct visibility of user-data hierarchy. 
• Identity Verification is now a significant focus for both enterprises and professionals.
• Early-stage professionals consistently overestimate their skills, while experienced practitioners underestimate theirs, impacting career development and presenting employers with hiring, nurturing, and retention challenges.
• Diversity and inclusivity are important to professionals and to enterprises alike.

Read more on each of these topics and many more in the full report!

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