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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SME Systems Engineer (Governance Analytics) - **Company:** GovCIO - **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Active Directory, Cyber Security, Data Integration, Federated Identity Management, Identity and Access Management, OAuth, OpenID, Performance Tuning, Ping (Networking Utility), Public Key Infrastructure, Power BI, Azure Active Directory, Kusto Query Language, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Smart Cards, Data Streaming, User Provisioning Software, Okta, SC Clearance, SailPoint, Restful APIs - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2968633453-2 ## About the Role High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience), * Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, or vendor-specific identity certifications). * Deep technical understanding of federated identity concepts, including SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and Active Directory / LDAP architecture. * Hands-on engineering experience managing Smart Card / Common Access Card (CAC) authentication and PKI certificate validation. * Proven experience designing and applying federal Zero Trust identity guidelines (NIST SP 800-207) within enterprise networks. Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance Preferred Skills & Experience * Prior experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) identity management programs. * Familiarity with integrating data governance frameworks with ICAM solutions to enforce data-level access controls. * Direct experience with enterprise identity tools such as SailPoint, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Ping Identity, DigiCert, or Power BI. * Advanced knowledge of RESTful API authorization protocols, secure gateways, and data schema security standards. ## Description The SME Systems Engineer / ICAM Engineer will serve as a primary technical authority for the enterprise identity management and access control framework. Core responsibilities include: * Lead Modernize legacy access controls into robust, secure ICAM solutions. * Manage enterprise directories, federation, authentication, authorization, and SSO protocols. * Architect identity lifecycles, user provisioning workflows, and privilege management controls. * Design and deploy strict Zero Trust identity principles (NIST SP 800-207) across network hubs. * Configure and manage enterprise-grade PKI systems, credentials, and authenticators. * Implement logical and physical access control systems, including MFA, SSO, and PAM. * Build federated identity services to enable secure interoperability with mission partners. * Conduct technical root cause analysis, privilege audits, and system performance tuning. * Develop custom technical interfaces, architectures, data flows, and compliance documentation. * Provide advanced engineering and architecture ownership across the following specialization: + Governance, Reporting & Analytics (Primary Product Area: Access Governance (AG)): Architect and build the enterprise ICAM reporting solution using Power BI and other data sources. Engineer the data integrations required to provide comprehensive dashboards on service health, compliance, and access patterns. 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