Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer
Washington, DC
Updated: April 27
Job Family:
Cyber Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
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:
- US Citizenship 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
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
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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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:US Citizenship 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, my. ID, 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.
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