Identity and Access Management Engineer with Security Clearance

Description: Gridiron IT is looking to hire an Identity and Access Management Engineer to support a government program in St. Louis, MO.

Role Overview: The IAM Configurator/Administrator plays a critical role in the implementation and ongoing support of the Network Operations Center (NOC) and Security Operations Center (SOC) by managing and optimizing identity and access management systems. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust IAM solutions that ensure secure and efficient access to NOC and SOC tools, systems, and data. The IAM Configurator/Administrator works closely with various teams to align IAM practices with operational needs and security requirements.

This IAM Configurator/Administrator role is crucial for ensuring secure and efficient access to NOC and SOC resources while maintaining a strong security posture. The position requires a blend of technical expertise in IAM technologies, understanding of security principles, and the ability to balance security requirements with operational needs in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the IAM strategy for NOC and SOC environments - Align IAM solutions with overall security policies and compliance requirements - Implement and manage processes for user provisioning, modifications, and deprovisioning - Develop automated workflows for identity lifecycle management - Ensure timely and accurate updates to user access rights based on role changes - Configure and manage role-based access control (RBAC) for NOC and SOC systems - Implement least privilege and separation of duties principles - Design and maintain access policies for various user groups and roles - Troubleshoot authentication issues and optimize user experience - Administer and optimize directory services (e.g., Active Directory, LDAP)
• Manage directory synchronization between on-premises and cloud environments - Implement and manage (Privilege Access Management) PAM solutions for NOC and SOC environments - Configure secure access methods for privileged accounts - Configure, maintain, and optimize IAM tools and platforms - Perform regular updates and patches to IAM systems - Troubleshoot IAM-related issues and implement solutions - Collaborate with system administrators to resolve integration challenges - Create and maintain documentation for IAM procedures and policies Requirements:

Bachelors degree
Years of Experience: 8-12 Skills:
Identity and Access Management Principles. Identity and Access Management Tools. Identity and Access Management Best Practices