Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer

Overview: NV5 Geospatial is actively recruiting an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer. Strong capabilities in designing, implementing, and managing IAM solutions within secure cloud and on-premises environments are required. The IAM Engineer will be located remotely and support US Southern Command. US citizenship, along with the ability to successfully pass a basic background check for access to US military bases, is required for employment. A Secret US Government security clearance is required. Work Setting:

• This role offers flexibility in location, with the option to work from any NV5 Regional Office or remotely from home.
• Potential travel up to 5-15% of the time

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more. At NV5 Geospatial, we are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as leaders in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential. Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage IAM solutions, ensuring secure authentication and access control across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Enfore Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles and role-based access control (RBAC) policies to protect mission-critical systems.
• Integrate IAM solutions with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and Common Access Card (CAC) authentication mechanisms.
• Oversee IAM automation, ensuring streamlined provisioning and de-provisioning of user roles and permissions.

Qualifications: Minimum Requriements:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, or a related field, or five (5) years of equivalent experience in IAM engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and managing IAM frameworks in cloud environments (AWS, Azure), configuring identity governance tools, and implementing ZTA models, including federation across hybrid environments.
• Experience with tools such as Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Okta, Ping Identity, or AWS IAM, authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect), and multi-factor authentication.

Strong knowledge of DoD IL2, IL4, and IL5 security frameworks and compliance standards.

• Ability to manage and prioritize complex project tasks.
• Secret or higher clearance

Preferred:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSO), AWS Certified Security Specialty, or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate

Portuguese or Spanish language skills.

• Experience with government IT programs and environments.
• TS/SCI US Government Security Clearance.

Clearance Requirement:

• Active Secret required; TS/SCI preferred.

Please be aware that some of our positions may require the ability to obtain security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, FTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities. NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #LI-Remote Apply tot his job Apply To this Job