ICAM Automation Engineer (REMOTE)

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an ICAM Automation Engineer to support KITS and their government customer. The role involves serving as a technical subject matter expert responsible for hands-on coding, automation development, and the integration of AI solutions to modernize ICAM systems.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on coding, scripting, and software development across multiple programming languages to support ICAM modernization initiatives
• Design, develop, test, and maintain automation scripts and pipelines that streamline ICAM processes, upgrades, and deployments
• Apply AI and machine learning techniques to enhance ICAM capabilities, including anomaly detection, adaptive authentication, and identity analytics
• Lead and contribute to ICAM modernization planning, roadmap development, and technical upgrade activities aligned with federal standards and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including security engineers, architects, and system administrators to integrate ICAM solutions into existing enterprise environments
• Evaluate and implement industry best practices and emerging technologies related to identity management, access control, and zero trust architecture
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including design documents, runbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Assist in the configuration and management of identity providers (IdPs), access management platforms, and directory services
• Support testing and validation activities including unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing of ICAM components
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members on ICAM concepts, AI tooling, and automation frameworks
• Interact daily with stakeholders to gather requirements, present solutions, and communicate technical findings in a clear and concise manner
• Operate within an Agile development environment while meeting government project milestones and deliverables

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• 7+ years of experience in Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) engineering, development, or architecture
• 3+ years of hands-on software development or scripting experience across multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, Java)
• Demonstrated experience implementing or supporting ICAM modernization or upgrade efforts in a government or enterprise environment
• Exceptional communication skills in English – both written and oral – with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proficiency in hands-on software development and automation scripting across multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, JavaScript, or Java)
• Deep knowledge of ICAM frameworks, standards, and best practices including NIST SP 800-63, FICAM, and Zero Trust Architecture principles
• Experience leveraging AI/ML tools and techniques to improve identity and access management processes, including anomaly detection, behavioral analytics, or adaptive access control
• Experience designing and implementing automation pipelines to support ICAM deployments, upgrades, and operational tasks
• Knowledge of identity protocols and standards including SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), SCIM, and LDAP
• Experience with identity providers (IdPs) and access management platforms such as Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity, SailPoint, or similar
• Experience with directory services including Microsoft Active Directory and/or LDAP-based directories
• Strong understanding of multi-factor authentication (MFA), privileged access management (PAM), and single sign-on (SSO) solutions
• Ability to write, review, and maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation
• Experience with testing methodologies including unit, integration, and system-level testing
• Familiarity with Agile Development Methodology, especially Scrum
• Active Secret Clearance required
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline
• Experience working directly within a federal government IT environment supporting ICAM programs
• Experience supporting ICAM modernization within a federal civilian or Department of Defense (DoD) environment
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) frameworks and implementation strategies
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices as they relate to ICAM deployments
• Knowledge of cloud-based IAM services such as AWS IAM, Azure Active Directory, or Google Cloud Identity
• Experience with robotic process automation (RPA) tools or AI platforms applied to identity and access workflows
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM), CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, SailPoint IdentityNow Engineer)
• Experience with data analytics platforms or SIEM tools for identity-related event monitoring and reporting
• Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST RMF