ICAM Automation Engineer

Role Description

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an ICAM Automation Engineer with a Secret security clearance to support KITS and our government customer. The position is remote.

The ICAM Automation SME will serve as a technical subject matter expert responsible for hands-on coding, automation development, and the integration of artificial intelligence solutions to modernize and enhance ICAM systems and infrastructure. This individual will work closely with engineers, architects, and government stakeholders to streamline ICAM modernization efforts, implement upgrades, and drive efficiencies through AI-enabled tooling and automation.

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K with company matching.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid holidays.
• Three weeks paid time off.
• And more.