Computer Systems Engineer

Peraton is seeking a Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect to provide Identity Management design, implementation, and support in an enterprise-level environment, supporting the Information Technology Service Desk and Engineering Support program for a Contract at U. S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Peraton provides maintenance and operational IT support that includes engineering services for the systems, equipment, hardware, and software. This engineer/architect will design, develop, and lead the implementation of the HHS OIG Identity Access Management (IAM) enterprise solution informing OIG’s North Star Cloud Architecture. The position will require thought leadership, hands-on support, and direction of other Engineering staff in the support of application onboarding and integration, implementation of Identity Governance policies, enhancement of user provisioning efficiency, integration of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and incident response and resolution, among other duties.

Responsibilities:

The Computer Systems Engineer is a IAM expert who has a deep understanding of architecture and design of identity management solutions. You will be joining a forward-thinking, innovative team that is responsible for building and overseeing public and private servers and network infrastructure in a way that supports key business objectives.

• Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems and systems administration issues.
• Perform system management and integration functions.
• Provide technical leadership in support of project managers by establishing goals and contributing to plans and schedules to meet Engineering project objectives.
• Interact with clients including technical negotiation of plans, communication of technical approaches and plans to senior leadership, including creating and presenting plans and status, and partnering with project managers to provide technical oversight and leadership on engineering and operations projects.

Required Qualifications:

• 14 years of experience with an Associate's degree, 12 years of experience with a Bachelor’s or 10 years of experience with Masters or 7 years of experience with a PhD
• Expertise in design, development, and maintenance of Identity Access Management (IAM) and Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions.
• Strong demonstrated experience in the following:
  • Identity Management configuration and integration
  • Security documentation and Risk Management
  • Integration of Attribute Sources and Data Correlation
  • Lifecycle Management and Automation of solutions
  • Development of IAM/IGA workflows and approval processes
• Recommend/Consult the client on implementing, managing, and supporting industry leading tools in the Identity Management space.
• Experience and knowledge of integration of EntraID (previously Azure Active Directory (AAD) with IAM/IGA solutions.
• Expertise with Privileged Access Management (PAM) design, implementation, and support, specifically CyberArk privileged management and key vaults.
• Strong experience developing documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Development of IAM/IGA monitoring and support procedures, including automation where possible.
• Background demonstrating the ability to operate effectively within a complex, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and can thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong communication skills with the willingness to collaborate with cross-functional departments and teams.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

• Must reside close to Washington, DC for in office days.

• US citizenship is required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in IT, or a related field.
• Strong understanding across cloud and infrastructure components to deliver end to end cloud infrastructure, architectures, and designs.
• Relevant industry certifications.
• Knowledge of additional cloud technologies such as GCP, VMware, API Management, and Identity Management
• Knowledge and implementation of enterprise scale cloud security platforms and tooling
• 5+ year’s experience as an IT Infrastructure Architect, with focus on Cloud technologies.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.