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Identity Access Management Engineer Jobs in Virginia

HiveThrive LLC

Senior Cloud Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$57.25 - $76.50/hr

Experience with Identity & Access Management (IAM), authentication, and authorization * Hands-on ... Collaborate with engineering, security, and infrastructure teams on cloud initiatives * Support ...

VTG

Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Software Engineer will work with a small team of developers, software engineers, and data engineers. What will you do? * Work with an industry leading identity and access management software ...

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How much do identity access management engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for identity access management engineer in Virginia is $151,463.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,800.00 and $157,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an identity access management engineer?

An Identity Access Management (IAM) Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing an organization's access control systems to ensure secure and efficient user authentication and authorization. They configure IAM solutions, enforce security policies, and integrate identity governance frameworks to protect sensitive data. Additionally, they troubleshoot access issues, monitor system performance, and collaborate with security teams to maintain compliance with industry standards.

What does an identity access management engineer do?

As an Identity Access Management Engineer, your daily tasks often include configuring and managing user access rights, monitoring authentication systems for security events, and troubleshooting access-related issues. You may also be responsible for implementing new IAM solutions, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with security policies, and coordinating with IT and security teams to address vulnerabilities. Collaboration is key, as you'll often work with HR, compliance, and application owners to ensure users have the correct access while upholding security and privacy standards. This role provides a dynamic environment where problem-solving and proactive thinking are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an identity access management engineer?

To thrive as an Identity Access Management (IAM) Engineer, you need a strong background in IT security, directory services, authentication protocols, and typically a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with IAM platforms like Okta, SailPoint, or Microsoft Azure AD, as well as certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, is highly valued. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help IAM engineers troubleshoot issues and convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for safeguarding organizational data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enabling seamless user access management.

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Infographic showing various Identity Access Management Engineer job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,463 per year, or $72.8 per hour.

ICAM Engineer - Identity, Credential, and Access Management

RMantra Solutions

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$140 - $190/hr

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Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

ICAM Engineer Identity, Credential, and Access Management

This position is 100% Onsite. This position is in Arlington, VA, with occasional/situational travel.


Certificate

N/A


Schedule

100% onsite


Clearance

US Citizens withDOD Top Secret



  • Engineering & Deployment:Engineer, deploy, secure, and maintaincomplex, mission-critical identity systems specificallyForgeRock IdP/ICAM platforms across Linux-based environments to meet DoD, DISA, and federal standards.

  • Integration & Federation:Integrate enterprise applications and directories(LDAP, Active Directory) with ICAM platforms using robust federation protocols (SAML, OAuth2, APIs) across cross-domain workflows and secure enclaves.

  • Lifecycle & Access Control:Managethe completeidentity and credentiallifecycle(issuing, renewing, revoking, and automating workflows) to enforce strict Zero Trust access controls.

  • Security & Compliance:Conductsystem hardening, log analysis, andvulnerability management to support compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and participate in architectural and risk reviews.

  • Operations & Troubleshooting:Diagnose and resolveescalated ICAM and ForgeRock issues within defined SLAs, conductingroot cause analysis, performance tuning, and active monitoring.

  • Documentation & Metrics:Create and version-control keyengineering artifacts(CONOPS, SOPs, API documentation, and workflow diagrams) while maintaining ICAM performance metrics and dashboards.


Basic Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, IT, or related discipline and 8+ years of systems engineering experience (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree).

  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a CI Poly and Special Program Access.

  • IAT Level II certification or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, SSCP, CISSP).

  • Hands on experience with federation technologies (SAML, OAuth2) and ZeroTrust identity principles.

  • Experience engineering or administering the ForgeRock platform (AM, IDM, DS).

  • Strong understanding of ICAM concepts, identity lifecycle management, and enterprise access controls.

  • Experience with Windows and Linux systems administration, shell scripting, and troubleshooting.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting DISA or DoD mission partners.

  • Active TS/SCI with CI Poly preferred.

  • Experience with any of the following:
    JISG Access Controls
    AWS cloud engineering, IAM, and security services
    Ansible playbooks and automated configuration management
    CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, etc.)


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