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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IAM Engineer II - **Company:** Software Guidance & Assistance Inc - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $93,600.0 - $104,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Azure, Basic Access Authentication, Cloud Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Software Debugging, Identity and Access Management, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, OpenID, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Single Sign-On, Systems Integration, Scripting, Restful APIs - **Published:** September 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us07575c214ca2f300c30b24c1ee2b2c50/eaa ## About the Role * 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 ## Description 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 ## Related Videos - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [JavaScript? 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