Identity and Access Management Lead

Job Description Everforth ECS is seeking an Identity and Access Management Lead to work in our Arlington, VA office/remote. The Lead IAM Engineer will serve as the primary subject matter expert for Identity and Access Management within the CDM program's Security Engineering team. This individual will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maturing IAM capabilities across the CDM BETSIE environment, with a focus on access governance, least privilege enforcement, privileged access management, and federal compliance alignment. Key Responsibilities Design and implement a formal RBAC framework across CDM BETSIE and associated environments, including EntraID and AWS Establish and enforce least privilege policies in alignment with Zero Trust Architecture principles and federal directives Develop and manage identity lifecycle processes for joiners, movers, and leavers across the program, ensuring timely provisioning and deprovisioning Implement and manage a Privileged Access Management (PAM) program including identification, governance, and monitoring of privileged accounts Lead access review and audit processes to support PAR/RAR reporting requirements and ongoing compliance obligations Develop and maintain role-to-privilege mappings and job function definitions across the program to eliminate access ambiguity Collaborate with program leadership, system owners, and HR to ensure IAM policies align with organizational changes and personnel transitions Produce IAM metrics, reports, and dashboards to communicate access risk and governance posture to program leadership Serve as the IAM subject matter expert for CDM program compliance activities, audits, and government stakeholder engagements Salary: $126,000 - $189,000 Benefits General Description of Benefits Required Skills 5+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management in a complex enterprise or federal environment Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft EntraID (Azure AD) including conditional access, role assignments, and identity governance Hands-on experience with AWS IAM, including policies, roles, permission boundaries, and access analysis tools Strong knowledge of RBAC design, least privilege principles, and Zero Trust Architecture frameworks Experience supporting or implementing PAM solutions and privileged account governance Familiarity with CDM program requirements, PAR/RAR processes, and federal ICAM policies Experience conducting access reviews, audits, and compliance reporting Strong documentation and communication skills with the ability to present complex IAM concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desired Skills Relevant certifications such as SC-300, AZ-500, AWS Security Specialty, CISSP, or CISM Experience with CISA CDM program tools and frameworks Prior experience in a federal contractor or agency environment Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-207 (Zero Trust), and OMB Memoranda related to identity #EverforthECS1 ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law. Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow. We Value Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!