Elastic Security Engineer

Position Title: Security IDaaS Engineer (REMOTE) Location: Richmond, VA (On-Site) / Remote from any Federal Reserve System approved location Clearance Requirements: None Pay Rate: $65.00/hr on W2 Position Description: Join a dedicated team supporting the Federal Reserve Bank in safeguarding national financial systems. As a Security IDaaS Engineer, you will play a vital role in developing, implementing, and maintaining identity and access management solutions within a secure, innovative environment. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work remotely or onsite with flexible collaboration, utilizing your expertise to enhance authentication, authorization, and security protocols for one of the world s most critical financial institutions. Collaborate with top-tier IT professionals, support cutting-edge projects, and contribute to the security of economic and payment systems nationwide. Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering activities including configuring application integrations, managing IAM objects (users, groups, service accounts, API tokens), and supporting incident resolution.
• Collaborate closely with the Federation Services team to enhance secure authentication, authorization, and IDaaS solutions, reducing manual processes and improving speed to market.
• Assist in designing and developing code for access management services, improving change management practices, and ensuring rapid recovery from security incidents.
• Share expertise across teams, identify continuous improvement opportunities, and uphold best security practices.
• Prioritize tasks, work within cross-functional teams, and manage time effectively to meet project goals.

• Proven experience with Okta and IDaaS platforms; hands-on configuration and management of IAM objects and enterprise identity services.
• Strong knowledge of federated authentication protocols such as SAML, OIDC, and OAuth, including secure integration and implementation.
• Expertise in identity lifecycle management (IDM/IDLM) and identity governance solutions (IGA).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools like PowerShell, Postman, and REST APIs to streamline IAM processes.
• Practical experience working with AWS and/or Azure environments, including Entra ID and security compliance in regulated settings.

About OpenKyber At OpenKyber, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact. When you work with OpenKyber, you re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way. OpenKyber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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