Identity Engineer - TS/SCI with FS Poly | Herndon, VA

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong background in cybersecurity, identity management, or related. While Beyondtrust, CyberArk, Sailpoint, Ping, Delinea (formerly Thycotic) training is preferred, we are open to candidates who may not have specific product experience but possess a strong willingness and aptitude to learn the platform.

How you'll make an impact

• Learn and implement Beyondtrust, CyberArk, Ping, Delinea, or SailPoint solutions in accordance with client requirements.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Beyondtrust, Sailpoint, Ping, Delinea solutions with existing infrastructure.
• Provide security oversight and ensure that PAM systems align with best practices.
• Someone with a foundation in security or IT, and a desire to specialize in PAM.
• Eager to grow in the identity and access management space and take ownership of learning Beyondtrust, Sailpoint, Ping, Delinea specific capabilities.

What we're looking for

• Must hold TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph or Full Scope Polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree in a related area or at least 6 years of related work experience. required.
• 4 years working experience and strong understanding of security concepts and protocols such as LDAP, Active Directory, SAML, or OAuth.
• Administrative level experience with Windows, Linux, and databases (SQL/ Oracle).
• Ability to quickly learn new security technologies and tools, including Beyondtrust, CyberArk, Ping, Delinea, or SailPoint.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to navigate complex technical environments.
• Familiarity with or experience working in government environments is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, proactive attitude, and attention to detail.
• Experience with PAM or identity management solutions such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, SailPoint, or similar.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Beyondtrust, Sailpoint, Ping, Delinea products.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and automation tools (PowerShell, Ansible, etc.).

What you can expect from Optiv

• Work/life balance
• Professional training resources
• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
• Volunteer Opportunities. "Optiv Chips In" encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
• The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)

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