Security Identity and Access Management Engineer/Security Architect - REMOTE

Job Description: • **W2 resumes are accepted The position will work as a security identity and access management engineer within the Division of Information Security and will assist with the implementation, Integration, and operationalizing security technologies. Additionally, this position will develop automation integration among security tools. This position requires experience in Information Security Architecture and solution design to assist in the strategic planning, designing and implementation of new systems and changes in current systems in a secure manner. This position is expected to be needed for 12 months with the possibility of extension. Primary Responsibilities • This position will be 100% remote telework. • Identity and access management ensuring that appropriate identity management, single sign on, multi-factor authentication, active directory and applications are properly implemented and configured to support it and security operations • Responsible for automation development and implementation of disparate security and enterprise it tools • Responsible for planning, designing, development and implementation of enterprise security solutions that align with business goals and risk tolerance. • Design, deploy and manage countermeasures to known security threats and develop preventative mitigation strategies for new and emergent threats to enterprise data, networks and associated services. • Ensure, validate and measure the consistent application of protective measures throughout the enterprise business application and infrastructure support environments. Take appropriate action to protect state data and technology services. Required Skills: • 5+ years of experience and expert understanding of identity and access control, logging and reporting systems • 5+ years of experience and expertise in automation development using tools such as python and bash • 5+ years of experience with Linux, windows, network security protocols and procedures • 5+ years of experience in supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments • Bachelor's degree in an information technology or information security related field; OR 8+ years of work experience as a Security Architect may be substituted in lieu of education. • 5+ years of experience in cyber security awareness and understanding. Preferred Skills: • Knowledge of SIEM analysis and reporting • Knowledge of Security Frameworks including: NIST, CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, CMS MARS-E • Knowledge of application security (APPSEC) • CISSP, CISA, CISO or equivalent advanced security certification. Additional relevant certifications include E.G., CEH, OSCP, GPEN). • Vendor Certifications in SIEM or logging technologies. Apply tot his job