Genesis10 is currently seeking a Ping Identity Developer (IAM Specialist) for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution located in Plano, TX. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure identity and access management solutions to ensure seamless authentication and authorization across an enterprise ecosystem. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise in the Ping Identity Suite (PingFederate, PingAccess, PingDirectory) and a passion for building secure, scalable, and user-friendly identity workflows.
Responsibilities: - Configure and manage PingFederate and PingAccess to support enterprise-wide Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) requirements
- Design and implement integrations between Ping and various SaaS/on-prem applications using standard protocols such as SAML 2.0, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, and WS-Federation
- Manage PingDirectory (or similar LDAP-based directories) to ensure high availability, data consistency, and optimal performance of identity stores
- Develop custom adapters, plug-ins, or extensions within the Ping ecosystem (using Java or Groovy) to meet unique business requirements
- Enforce enterprise security policies, including role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC), and data encryption standards
- Serve as the primary technical point of contact for resolving complex authentication and integration issues, performing log analysis to identify bottlenecks
- Automate user lifecycle management (provisioning/deprovisioning) workflows to ensure audit readiness and compliance
Requirements: - 4+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM), with at least 2+ years specifically working with the Ping Identity Suite
- Deep understanding of identity protocols: SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SCIM
- Proven hands-on experience with PingFederate (Policy configuration, Adapters) and PingAccess
- Proficiency in managing directory services (PingDirectory, Active Directory, or OpenLDAP) and working with LDIF/schemas
- Ability to write custom code or scripts (Java, Groovy, Python, or PowerShell) to enhance platform functionality
- Understanding of web servers (IIS, Apache, Nginx) and how they integrate with access management solutions
Pay range: $58.26 - $66.26 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: - Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
- The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
- Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
- Behavioral Health Platform
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- 401K
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
- Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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