Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer

Job Family:
Cyber Consulting

Travel Required:
Up to 10%

Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

The IAM Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise Identity and Access Management solutions that protect systems, applications, and data. Bridge security, infrastructure, and business operations to enforce least-privilege access, automate identity lifecycle processes, and support compliance requirements.

IAM Engineers typically work across identity governance, access management (SSO/MFA), and privileged access management (PAM) platforms, supporting both on-premises and cloud environments. Play a critical role in improving security posture, audit readiness, and user experience through automation and standardized access controls.

What You Will Need:

• ship is required
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Minimum of SIX (6) years of relevant experience, with a minimum of THREE (3) years of experience with Identity and Credential Managment
• Proficiency with SailPoint, Okta, myID, or other IAM tools
• Strong understanding of stakeholder requirements and expectations, system architecture, infrastructure build and documentation, configuration and deployment, as well as existing and emerging federal policy including HSPD-12 and NIST documents.
• Recent experience with deployment of identity and credential management solutions; knowledge of federal cybersecurity and zero trust policies, requirements and standards.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal or DOD security clearance

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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