Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an
IAM Engineer II for a
contract assignment with one of our premier
Infrastructure services client. This role will be remote.
Responsibilities :
- Responsible for executing daily identity and access management operations across the identity management platforms.
- Supports user onboarding/offboarding, Single Sign On (SSO) integrations, access requests, entitlement administration, and basic privileged access functions.
- Ensures that identity controls are applied consistently and securely, enabling reliable access for users while reducing risk to the organization.
- Reports to the Head of IAM and Network Security Eng & Ops.
- Onboard applications to identity platforms using REST APIs and JSON field mapping.
- Onboard applications for SSO using standard SAML/OIDC templates.
- Ensure adherence to least privilege and separation of duties (SoD) requirements.
- Collect and maintain evidence for audits and identity reviews.
- Follow established change management, documentation, and incident management processes.
- Use PowerShell or basic REST API calls for simple identity queries or repeatable tasks.
- Maintain runbooks, knowledge base articles, and user facing guides.
- Participate in identity related incident handling and troubleshooting.
- Automate Joiner/Mover/Leaver (JML) processes, including provisioning, de-provisioning, access requests, and access reviews.
- Ensure group based and role-based access is assigned accurately and timely.
- Troubleshoot identity issues such as failed provisioning tasks, directory sync, and entitlement assignments.
- Process access requests and approvals; maintain entitlement catalogs and birthright access definitions.
- Assist in quarterly and ad hoc access certification campaigns.
- All other duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree preferred, high school diploma (or equivalent) in combination with significant experience will be considered in lieu of degree. Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- 1-3 years of experience in IT, security operations, or identity administration.
- Strong understanding of identity security concepts, including authentication, authorization, federation, credential management, and account lifecycle management.
- Familiarity with SAML, OIDC, and basic authentication/authorization principles.
- Understanding of IAM concepts such as MFA, RBAC, provisioning, and JML workflows.
- Basic scripting experience (PowerShell, Python, JavaScript or similar).
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; attention to detail.
- Ability to follow documented procedures and maintain accurate records.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with an IAM platform (provisioning, access requests, access reviews, connectors).
- Experience with onboarding applications for SSO.
- Exposure to PAM (Privileged Access Management) tools and workflows.
- Understanding of security frameworks and controls (least privilege, SoD, zero trust).
- Ability to read logs and debug authentication or provisioning errors.
- CompTIA Security +, Microsoft SC-900, Microsoft SC-300, (ISC)2 CC or SSCP
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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
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