BEAT · 3 months ago
Research & Development Specialist
San Antonio, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelBEAT is focused on advancing identity engineering services and is seeking a Research and Development Specialist. This role involves researching, prototyping, and piloting new Identity, Credential, and Access Management capabilities while ensuring alignment with DoD Zero Trust and ICAM Strategy requirements.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyRetailSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Research and evaluate emerging identity technologies, authentication methods, and federation standards (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, FIDO2) for DHA enterprise applicability
Prototype and validate new identity integration solutions for Active Directory, Entra ID, MECM, Intune, and MED365 environments
Support R&D pilots for PKI/PKE solutions, identity synchronization, and cross-domain federation with DoD mission partners
Develop proof-of-concept environments and test cases for identity and access solutions, documenting results and recommendations for enterprise deployment
Contribute to the DHA Zero Trust and ICAM implementation roadmap by identifying opportunities to improve access governance, automation, and resiliency
Provide technical recommendations to leadership on identity modernization efforts, ensuring alignment with DoD ICAM Strategy and cybersecurity reference architectures
Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity staff, and system administrators to transition validated R&D efforts into operational environments
Develops:
Identity R&D white papers and test reports
Proof-of-concept solution designs and evaluation results
Recommendations for enterprise adoption of new ICAM capabilities
Updated architectural documentation for identity solutions
Qualification
Required
BS in Computer Science related field or A BBA in the same technical field or CASP+
Microsoft Certified: Cyber Security Architect Expert or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Research and evaluate emerging identity technologies, authentication methods, and federation standards (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, FIDO2) for DHA enterprise applicability
Prototype and validate new identity integration solutions for Active Directory, Entra ID, MECM, Intune, and MED365 environments
Support R&D pilots for PKI/PKE solutions, identity synchronization, and cross-domain federation with DoD mission partners
Develop proof-of-concept environments and test cases for identity and access solutions, documenting results and recommendations for enterprise deployment
Contribute to the DHA Zero Trust and ICAM implementation roadmap by identifying opportunities to improve access governance, automation, and resiliency
Provide technical recommendations to leadership on identity modernization efforts, ensuring alignment with DoD ICAM Strategy and cybersecurity reference architectures
Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity staff, and system administrators to transition validated R&D efforts into operational environments
Develops: Identity R&D white papers and test reports, Proof-of-concept solution designs and evaluation results, Recommendations for enterprise adoption of new ICAM capabilities, Updated architectural documentation for identity solutions
Company
BEAT
BEAT (Business Enabled Acquisition and Technology, Inc.) is a global provider of business, healthcare, and information technology solutions.
Founded in 2008
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Albert Dickson
Chief Operating Officer
Matt Williams, MBA, PMP, SASM
Chief Growth Officer
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