Posted 1 day ago
Top Secret/SCI
$180,000 - $205,000
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Software
Chantilly, VA (On-Site/Office)
Markon is seeking a detail-oriented Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) specializing in the lifecycle management of Digital Access Control Policies. This role focuses on translating legal, governance, and security mandates into practical technical workflows within Identity and Access Management (IAM) ecosystems.
The ideal candidate will help implement least-privilege access environments, streamline attribute-based access control (ABAC) policies, and support secure, compliant access management frameworks that meet both internal audit requirements and external regulatory standards
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Salary Range
USD $180,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.
The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Overview
Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.
At Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.
Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we're consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation's most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients' missions.
Join us and make a meaningful impact.
Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Benefits Offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays
The ideal candidate will help implement least-privilege access environments, streamline attribute-based access control (ABAC) policies, and support secure, compliant access management frameworks that meet both internal audit requirements and external regulatory standards
Responsibilities
- Translate digital policies and governance requirements into operational processes aligned with existing technical solutions
- Provide clear recommendations and guidance to internal teams and external program stakeholders
- Collaborate with Mission Partners, Data Stewards, and governance teams to interpret digital policy requests and translate them into actionable technical requirements
- Support implementation of Just-In-Time (JIT) access policies that grant access only when approved conditions are met
- Implement and support Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) and dynamic policy engines within IAM environments
- Apply AI-driven techniques to improve data and policy workflows, including anomaly detection and policy analysis
- Develop and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track governance performance and policy compliance
- Assist in auditing and validating certified data repositories and access control systems
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or related discipline
- 12+ years of relevant experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Experience with IAM / ICAM systems, including authentication, authorization, and attribute-based architectures
- Experience implementing or supporting Identity Credential and Access Management (ICAM) solutions
- Familiarity with data governance principles, compliance frameworks, and metadata management
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to balance technical solutions with policy and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for policy and mission stakeholders
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with data governance and metadata management platforms, such as Collibra, Informatica, or Alation
- Familiarity with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) policy and Zero Trust security architectures
- Experience with automation pipelines or AI-enabled data governance tools
- Background working in policy, governance, or compliance-driven environments
- Familiarity with Sponsor ICAM services
Salary Range
USD $180,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.
The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Overview
Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.
At Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.
Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we're consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation's most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients' missions.
Join us and make a meaningful impact.
Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Benefits Offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays
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