ICAM Engineer

ICAM Engineer

Location: Washinton, DC (On-site)

Work Type: Full Time

Clearance: Public Trust

Job Description: GridIron IT is seeking an ICAM Engineer local to Washington, DC. The ICAM Engineer will be responsible for leading the implementation, configuration, and ongoing optimization of Okta for identity management across the organization. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and manage authentication, authorization, and access control systems that protect enterprise applications and resources. You will also lead efforts to ensure compliance with security standards, governance policies, and industry regulations, while continually driving improvements. This work is located onsite in the DC area.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the implementation of Okta for Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and User Lifecycle Management across on-premises and cloud-based applications.

Design and architect Okta solutions to ensure seamless, secure access for internal and external users.

Configure Okta Adaptive MFA, SSO integrations, Okta API Access Management, and Okta Lifecycle Management.

Design and implement role-based access control (RBAC), entitlement management, and access governance policies using Okta.

Integrate Okta with third-party applications, directories, and cloud-based services (e.g., Office 365, Salesforce, G Suite, etc.).

Ensure robust API integrations to facilitate seamless authentication and user data synchronization across internal and external applications.

Troubleshoot and resolve integration and access issues, working with cross-functional teams to provide technical solutions.

Monitor Okta s performance and usage, providing reports on login trends, user activities, and potential security risks.

Qualifications:

Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience. Relevant certifications are a plus.

5+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) with at least 3 years of hands-on experience specifically in Okta.

In-depth knowledge of Okta Identity and Access Management platform, including SSO, MFA, Lifecycle Management, and API Access Management.

Experience with Okta integrations with cloud and on-premises applications such as Office 365, Salesforce, Google Workspace, etc.

Strong understanding of role-based access control (RBAC), entitlement management, and user provisioning/de-provisioning workflows.

Familiarity with IAM-related protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and LDAP.

Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and how they integrate with Okta for IAM.

Experience with API integrations and Okta s API Access Management.

Understanding of security frameworks and regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.

Ability to troubleshoot complex Okta-related issues and implement solutions to meet security and compliance requirements.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex IAM concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including security, infrastructure, and business units.

Desirable Skills:

Certifications: Okta Certified Administrator, Okta Certified Professional, CISSP, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or other relevant IAM/security certifications.

Experience with Identity Governance tools and technologies such as SailPoint or Saviynt.

Exposure to cloud security practices and experience securing cloud-based applications using Okta and related tools.

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $150,000.00 Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.