Job#: 3027306 Job Description: Senior IAM ArchitectApex Systems is in need of a Senior IAM Architect to lead the design, implementation, and support of enterprise-level Identity and Access Management (IAM) capabilities for one of our large government clients. This role supports a large, complex IT environment and plays a key part in shaping modern identity architecture, strengthening security posture, and improving operational efficiency across the organization.
The architect will provide thought leadership, hands-on engineering, and guidance to other technical staff. Core responsibilities include application onboarding and integration, identity governance policy implementation, user lifecycle optimization, certificate and PKI management, MFA integration, and incident response related to identity services. If you or anyone you know would be interested in this position or would like to learn more, please apply now or send all resumes to
Position Details- Contract Length: 6-12 months with a possibility of full-time conversion
- Work Environment: Fully remote
- Interview Process: One-hour virtual panel interview
Key Responsibilities- Architect, design, and implement IAM solutions that support enterprise security and operational objectives
- Provide hands-on support for identity platforms, including troubleshooting, ticket resolution, and user access issues
- Lead system integration activities and drive architectural improvements across identity services
- Develop and maintain certificate management processes, PKI integrations, and related security controls
- Support risk management activities, including documentation, assessments, and mitigation planning
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance identity governance, provisioning workflows, and automation
- Provide technical leadership, contribute to project planning, and communicate technical strategies to stakeholders
- Produce clear documentation, standard operating procedures, and architectural artifacts
- Participate in incident response and problem resolution for identity-related issues
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 4+ years
- Extensive hands-on experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) in enterprise environments
- Strong background in risk management, security documentation, and compliance-driven processes
- Proficiency with Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) and its integration with IAM/IGA solutions
- Expertise in certificate management, PKI administration, and related security infrastructure
- Experience handling user access tickets, troubleshooting identity issues, and supporting operational IAM functions
- Demonstrated ability to design and integrate identity workflows, attribute sources, and lifecycle automation
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in dynamic, complex environments
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Highly Desirable / Preferred Skills- Experience with Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) platforms
- Privileged Access Management (PAM) experience, especially CyberArk
- Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and hybrid identity models
- Experience developing technical documentation and SOPs
- Familiarity with MFA technologies and authentication modernization
- Background supporting large-scale engineering or service desk environments
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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