Zillion Technologies, Inc.
We are seeking a highly skilled
IAM Architect
to design, implement, and manage enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in IAM platforms (such as SailPoint, Okta, Ping, ForgeRock, or Azure AD), strong architectural design skills, and experience integrating IAM solutions with diverse systems across cloud and on-premise environments.
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement enterprise IAM architecture, standards, and best practices.
Design and integrate IAM solutions (SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, Ping, etc.) across cloud and on-prem systems.
Lead design sessions for identity lifecycle management, access requests, provisioning/de-provisioning, and governance.
Develop high-level and detailed design documents, architecture diagrams, and process flows.
Evaluate current IAM processes and recommend improvements to security, scalability, and performance.
Partner with application, infrastructure, and security teams to implement IAM integrations (SSO, MFA, RBAC, SCIM, etc.).
Define and enforce access control models (RBAC/ABAC) and privilege management frameworks.
Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory security standards (SOX, HIPAA, ISO 27001, etc.).
Support IAM product evaluations, proof of concepts (POCs), and implementation roadmaps.
Mentor IAM engineers and provide technical leadership on IAM initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
8+ years of experience
in Identity and Access Management, with
3+ years in IAM architecture or design .
Proven hands‑on experience with at least one major IAM platform:
Okta / Ping Identity / ForgeRock / CyberArk / Azure AD
Strong knowledge of
authentication and authorization standards
(SAML, OAuth2.0, OpenID Connect, SCIM, LDAP, Kerberos).
Experience with
directory services ,
privileged access management (PAM) , and
federation services .
Familiarity with cloud IAM integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Excellent understanding of IAM-related governance, compliance, and security frameworks.
Ability to develop architectural documentation and present complex IAM concepts to stakeholders.
Preferred Skills
Experience automating IAM processes using
PowerShell, Java, or Python .
Knowledge of
Zero Trust architecture
and
cloud security frameworks .
Professional certifications such as:
Prior experience working in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, government).
Soft Skills
Strong problem‑solving and analytical mindset.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities.
Leadership and mentorship capabilities.
Competitive salary [add range if available].
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Training and certification reimbursement.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
Locations: McLean, VA; Arlington, VA; Herndon, VA.
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IAM Architect
to design, implement, and manage enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in IAM platforms (such as SailPoint, Okta, Ping, ForgeRock, or Azure AD), strong architectural design skills, and experience integrating IAM solutions with diverse systems across cloud and on-premise environments.
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement enterprise IAM architecture, standards, and best practices.
Design and integrate IAM solutions (SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, Ping, etc.) across cloud and on-prem systems.
Lead design sessions for identity lifecycle management, access requests, provisioning/de-provisioning, and governance.
Develop high-level and detailed design documents, architecture diagrams, and process flows.
Evaluate current IAM processes and recommend improvements to security, scalability, and performance.
Partner with application, infrastructure, and security teams to implement IAM integrations (SSO, MFA, RBAC, SCIM, etc.).
Define and enforce access control models (RBAC/ABAC) and privilege management frameworks.
Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory security standards (SOX, HIPAA, ISO 27001, etc.).
Support IAM product evaluations, proof of concepts (POCs), and implementation roadmaps.
Mentor IAM engineers and provide technical leadership on IAM initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
8+ years of experience
in Identity and Access Management, with
3+ years in IAM architecture or design .
Proven hands‑on experience with at least one major IAM platform:
Okta / Ping Identity / ForgeRock / CyberArk / Azure AD
Strong knowledge of
authentication and authorization standards
(SAML, OAuth2.0, OpenID Connect, SCIM, LDAP, Kerberos).
Experience with
directory services ,
privileged access management (PAM) , and
federation services .
Familiarity with cloud IAM integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Excellent understanding of IAM-related governance, compliance, and security frameworks.
Ability to develop architectural documentation and present complex IAM concepts to stakeholders.
Preferred Skills
Experience automating IAM processes using
PowerShell, Java, or Python .
Knowledge of
Zero Trust architecture
and
cloud security frameworks .
Professional certifications such as:
Prior experience working in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, government).
Soft Skills
Strong problem‑solving and analytical mindset.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities.
Leadership and mentorship capabilities.
Competitive salary [add range if available].
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Training and certification reimbursement.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
Locations: McLean, VA; Arlington, VA; Herndon, VA.
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