1

Azure Iam Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Senior IAM Administrator

Herndon, VA · On-site

$88K - $119K/yr

Position : Sr. IAM Administrator Location : Herndon, VA Hybrid (Onsite 3 days in a week) Duration ... Expert level experience with Azure (compute, network, cost/usage analysis, resource mgmt.) * Expert ...

Senior IAM Administrator

Herndon, VA · On-site

$88K - $119K/yr

Azure AD (Entra) and MEM (Intune) conditional access, configuration, app, and management profiles ... SME in IAM systems such as Microsoft Entra, Okta, Active Directory * Strong coding skills with ...

Sr. Cloud Architect (Azure)

Washington, DC · On-site

$72 - $93.75/hr

Implement security best practices and compliance controls, such as identity and access management (IAM) policies, encryption, and monitoring using Azure native tools along with Prisma Cloud - CSPMP ...

Sr. Cloud Architect (Azure)

Washington, DC · Remote

$72 - $93.75/hr

Implement security best practices and compliance controls, such as identity and access management (IAM) policies, encryption, and monitoring using Azure native tools along with Prisma Cloud - CSPMP ...

... Azure AD), Active Directory/ADFS, Okta, Ping Identity, ForgeRock, CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Radiant Logic, and LDAP/Active Directory. * Hands-on experience with IGA, PAM, Access Management, directories ...

NET, Java, WinOS, Unix, Active Directory, Oracle DBMS, MS SQL Server DBMS, RSA ACE Server, MS Azure ... Experience in deploying and code customizing IAM platforms such as Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM ...

NET, Java, WinOS, Unix, Active Directory, Oracle DBMS, MS SQL Server DBMS, RSA ACE Server, MS Azure ... Experience in deploying and code customizing IAM platforms such as Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM ...

Implements target IAM architecture and access control on applications, infrastructure, API and on ... Experience with Identity and Access Management platforms, including Okta, Azure AD, as well as ...

IAM Architect

Washington, DC · On-site

$65 - $71/hr

IAM Architect Location: Onsite in Washington DC Duration: 6 month contract, extensions/conversion ... Hands-on experience implementing and supporting Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Microsoft ICAM.

next page

Showing results 1-20

Azure Iam information

See Washington salary details

$12

$66

$90

How much do azure iam jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for azure iam in Washington is $66.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59.90 and $74.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Azure IAM?

An Azure IAM (Identity and Access Management) job involves managing and securing user identities, permissions, and access within Microsoft Azure. Professionals in this role configure authentication, enforce security policies, and ensure compliance with access control best practices. They work with Azure Active Directory (AAD), role-based access control (RBAC), and conditional access policies to protect enterprise resources. The job often requires expertise in security best practices, governance, and identity lifecycle management.

What does an Azure IAM do?

As an Azure IAM professional, your daily tasks often include configuring user roles and permissions, monitoring access logs for suspicious activity, and maintaining security policies in Azure Active Directory. You will regularly collaborate with IT security teams, application owners, and auditors to ensure adherence to compliance standards and respond to security incidents. Additionally, you may handle onboarding and offboarding processes, troubleshoot access issues, and participate in projects to enhance identity governance. This role is dynamic and requires both proactive security management and responsive problem-solving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Azure IAM?

To thrive as an Azure IAM (Identity and Access Management) professional, you need a strong understanding of cloud security principles, directory services, access control models, and Azure Active Directory. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure security tools, PowerShell scripting, and relevant certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate are highly valued. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These capabilities ensure secure deployment and management of user access, reducing risk and maintaining compliance within cloud environments.

What job categories do people searching Azure Iam jobs in Washington look for?

The top searched job categories for Azure Iam jobs in Washington are:

What cities in Washington are hiring for Azure Iam jobs?

Cities in Washington with the most Azure Iam job openings:

Infographic showing various Azure Iam job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 21% Contract. Highlights an 79% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,584 per year, or $66.1 per hour.

Senior IAM Administrator

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Herndon, VA • On-site

$88K - $119K/yr

Contractor

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

Job Description

Position           : Sr. IAM Administrator

Location          : Herndon, VA Hybrid (Onsite 3 days in a week)

Duration         : 1+ years

Job Summary: 

The Senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) Administrator is responsible for leading secure, compliant identity solutions in alignment with organizational policies and CMMC requirements. Working as part of the IAM team, this role manages user lifecycle processes, enforces access governance, and integrates IAM platforms with enterprise systems. The position collaborates closely with security, compliance, and other applicable teams to ensure that access controls meet both business needs and regulatory standards.

Job Description: 

A strong emphasis is placed on advanced PowerShell scripting to automate provisioning, deprovisioning, bulk updates, and auditing across Active Directory, Azure AD, and related services. The Senior IAM Administrator develops and maintains scripts to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance, while also supporting IAM incident resolution and security monitoring. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, a collaborative approach within the IAM team, and the ability to ensure identity processes meet CMMC access control, audit, and reporting requirements. 

Job Responsibilities:

  • SME in IAM systems such as Microsoft Entra, Okta, Active Directory
  • Strong coding skills with PowerShell and background in automation of tasks
  • Create, implement, and document the following processes for the IAM Environment -
    • performance monitoring
    • problem troubleshooting / helpdesk response
    • utilization, availability, and growth patterns (capacity planning)
    • landscape design, configuration, and standards
    • 24/7 support, escalation, and SLA models
    • IMAC (installation, move, add, change) services for systems and applications
    • change management methodology and communication strategy
  • Create and maintain server/application diagrams and workflows
  • Perform/coordinate incident diagnosis, corrective action, and root cause analysis
  • Oversee the configuration, testing, installation, modification, and servicing of all server components and applications within the IAM landscape
  • Independently organize work requests based on departmental priorities and system criticality
  • Manage vendor relationships required for the evaluation, installation, modification, upgrade, repair and preventative maintenance of IAM Infrastructure components
  • Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and consultant to other Infrastructure groups (Cloud Operations, Cyber Security, and Systems Administration).
  • Plan, lead and perform comprehensive systems analysis and design activities including development of detailed functional requirements for new server infrastructure solutions
  • Maintain responsibility for end-user (customer) satisfaction.

Job Skills:

  • Expert level experience with Azure (compute, network, cost/usage analysis, resource mgmt.)
  • Expert level Microsoft Windows administration skills (AD, DNS, Group Policy, file services, IIS, SQL)
  • Expert level scripting: Especially PowerShell
  • Professional industry certifications in area of expertise, certification such as MCSE, MCITP, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ900), Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ104), Azure, Certified Solutions Architect (AZ303/304), or Okta certs.
  • Linux experience with the following platforms: SUSE, RedHat or CentOS
  • Experience with integration of SEIM tools, backups, and monitoring tools
  • Knowledge of Best Practice and security guides (ex. NIST 800-53 rev 4)
  • Experience with implementation of CMMC guidelines within the IAM Environment

MUST HAVES:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / MIS / Information Technology, or equivalent experience in Information Security, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
  • Minimum 7 years Information Technology experience
  • Minimum 4 years server and applications experience in fast-paced environment
  • Expert in PowerShell commands and scripting/automation and customization of IAM processes and tasks
  • Experience with JSON/Python other coding languages
  • Experience or functional knowledge with Identity Management technologies including (but not limited to): Microsoft Entra, Azure Active Directory Connect (Entra Connect), ADFS services, LDAP Services, JAMF
  • Experience with Integration of Okta IdP, Active Directory and Azure Active Directory (Microsoft Entra) ,Okta Workflow design, implementation
  • Experience with API integrations of third-party SaaS services
  • Azure AD (Entra) and MEM (Intune) conditional access, configuration, app, and management profiles
  • Knowledge of Active Directory Group Policy
  • Experience with industry standards and best practices in IAM, such as SAML, OpenID Connect, OAuth, LDAP, MFA, Fido2, YubiKey
  • Understanding of REST fundamentals and design
  • Knowledge of PKI–Microsoft Certificate Services
  • RSA SecurID Administration (Cloud and On-Prem)
  • Working knowledge of TCP/IP and related networking protocols
  • Experience with desktop operating systems and server environments
  • Advanced experience in developing, evaluating, and implementing information security architectures, technologies, standards, and practices to secure applications and IT systems
  • Experience with the operation of firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems, and 24x7 monitoring of these networks
  • Advanced experience with enterprise and data center security policy design and deployment

Experience Matrix

Category

Skill / Responsibility

Metric

Response

Domain Experience

Department of Defense

Number of Years

Federal Government

Number of Years

Intelligence Community

Number of Years

IT

Number of Years

Security

Number of Years

IAM Leadership & Governance

Led secure, compliant identity solutions in alignment with organizational policies and CMMC requirements

Number of Projects

Managed user lifecycle processes, enforced access governance, and integrated IAM platforms with enterprise systems

Number of Projects

Ensured access controls met both business needs and regulatory standards

Number of Projects

Scripting & Automation

PowerShell scripting (provisioning, deprovisioning, bulk updates, auditing across AD/Azure AD)

Number of Projects

Developed/Maintained scripts for efficiency, accuracy, compliance, IAM incident resolution, and monitoring

Number of Projects

Ensured identity processes met CMMC access control/audit/reporting requirements

Number of Projects

Information Security

Developed/Evaluated/Implemented security architectures, technologies, standards, practices

Number of Projects

Operated firewalls/IDS, monitored networks (24x7)

Number of Projects

Designed/Deployed enterprise & data center security policies

Number of Projects

Programming Skills

PowerShell (commands, scripting, automation, customization)

Number of Years

JSON coding

Number of Years

Python coding

Number of Years

IAM Standards & Tools

IAM Standards/Best Practices (SAML, OpenID Connect, OAuth, LDAP, MFA, Fido2, YubiKey, etc.)

Number of Years

Identity Management (Microsoft Entra, Entra Connect, ADFS, LDAP, JAMF, etc.)

Number of Years

PKI / Microsoft Certificates Services

Number of Years

RSA SecurID Administration (Cloud & On-Prem)

Number of Years

Integrations

API Integration (SaaS services)

Number of Years

Okta / Active Directory / Azure AD (Entra) integrations

Number of Years

Okta workflow design & implementation

Number of Years

Infrastructure / Access Control

Azure AD (Entra) & MEM (Intune) conditional access, configuration, app & management profiles

Number of Years

Active Directory Group Policy

Number of Years

Networking & Systems

REST fundamentals & design

Number of Years

TCP/IP & related networking protocols

Number of Years

Desktop OS / Server Environments

Number of Years

Cloud & Security Compliance

Azure (compute, network, cost/usage analysis, resource management)

Number of Years

Microsoft Windows Administration (AD, DNS, Group Policy, file services, IIS, SQL, etc.)

Number of Years

SEIM Tools / Backups / Monitoring

Number of Years

Best Practices / Security Guides (NIST 800-53 rev 4)

Number of Years

CMMC Guidelines

Number of Years

Client Roles

Senior IAM Administrator

List Client(s)

Other Server Administration / Architecture roles

List Client(s)

Other Senior/Lead Server Administration roles

List Client(s)

Certifications

Relevant Certifications

List Certification(s)

Feel free to reach out to yashmita@kanakits.com