IAM Engineer II

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an IAM Engineer II for a contract assignment with one of our premier Infrastructure services client. This role will be remote. Responsibilities :

• Responsible for executing daily identity and access management operations across the identity management platforms.
• Supports user onboarding/offboarding, Single Sign On (SSO) integrations, access requests, entitlement administration, and basic privileged access functions.
• Ensures that identity controls are applied consistently and securely, enabling reliable access for users while reducing risk to the organization.
• Reports to the Head of IAM and Network Security Eng & Ops.
• Onboard applications to identity platforms using REST APIs and JSON field mapping.
• Onboard applications for SSO using standard SAML/OIDC templates.
• Ensure adherence to least privilege and separation of duties (SoD) requirements.
• Collect and maintain evidence for audits and identity reviews.
• Follow established change management, documentation, and incident management processes.
• Use PowerShell or basic REST API calls for simple identity queries or repeatable tasks.
• Maintain runbooks, knowledge base articles, and user facing guides.
• Participate in identity related incident handling and troubleshooting.
• Automate Joiner/Mover/Leaver (JML) processes, including provisioning, de-provisioning, access requests, and access reviews.
• Ensure group based and role-based access is assigned accurately and timely.
• Troubleshoot identity issues such as failed provisioning tasks, directory sync, and entitlement assignments.
• Process access requests and approvals; maintain entitlement catalogs and birthright access definitions.
• Assist in quarterly and ad hoc access certification campaigns.
• All other duties as assigned., Description : ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Design and implement cloud infrastructure solutions across Microsoft Azure (including networking, compute, storage, identity, and security se…
• 13 hours ago

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, high school diploma (or equivalent) in combination with significant experience will be considered in lieu of degree. Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-3 years of experience in IT, security operations, or identity administration.
• Strong understanding of identity security concepts, including authentication, authorization, federation, credential management, and account lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with SAML, OIDC, and basic authentication/authorization principles.
• Understanding of IAM concepts such as MFA, RBAC, provisioning, and JML workflows.
• Basic scripting experience (PowerShell, Python, JavaScript or similar).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and maintain accurate records.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with an IAM platform (provisioning, access requests, access reviews, connectors).
• Experience with onboarding applications for SSO.
• Exposure to PAM (Privileged Access Management) tools and workflows.
• Understanding of security frameworks and controls (least privilege, SoD, zero trust).
• Ability to read logs and debug authentication or provisioning errors.
• CompTIA Security +, Microsoft SC-900, Microsoft SC-300, (ISC)2 CC or SSCP

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let’s work better together, we mean it. You’ll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .