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Accenture Federal Services · 4 hours ago

IAM Configurator/Administrator Associate Director

St. Louis, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$186K/yr - $361K/yr

8+ years exp

Accenture Federal Services is dedicated to enhancing the US federal government's capabilities and improving lives through technology. The IAM Configurator/Administrator Associate Director is responsible for managing and optimizing identity and access management systems within the Network Operations Center and Security Operations Center, ensuring secure and efficient access to critical resources.

ConsultingFinanceInformation TechnologyManagement ConsultingOnline PortalsProfessional Services

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the IAM strategy for NOC and SOC environments

Align IAM solutions with overall security policies and compliance requirements

Implement and manage processes for user provisioning, modifications, and deprovisioning

Develop automated workflows for identity lifecycle management

Ensure timely and accurate updates to user access rights based on role changes

Configure and manage role-based access control (RBAC) for NOC and SOC systems

Implement least privilege and separation of duties principles

Design and maintain access policies for various user groups and roles

Troubleshoot authentication issues and optimize user experience - Administer and optimize directory services (e.g., Active Directory, LDAP)

Manage directory synchronization between on-premises and cloud environments

Implement and manage (Privilege Access Management) PAM solutions for NOC and SOC environments

Configure secure access methods for privileged accounts

Configure, maintain, and optimize IAM tools and platforms

Perform regular updates and patches to IAM systems

Troubleshoot IAM-related issues and implement solutions

Collaborate with system administrators to resolve integration challenges

Create and maintain documentation for IAM procedures and policies

Qualification

IAM technologiesSIEM/SOAR platformsRole-based access controlPrivileged Access ManagementScripting languagesSecurity protocolsCompliance frameworksAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsDocumentation skills

Required

Bachelors degree

Years of Experience: 8-12

5-12 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, security tools administration, or a related field

Hands-on experience with SIEM/SOAR platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm, ArcSight, Sentinel, Cortex XSOAR, or others)

Experience in configuring and optimizing use cases, correlation rules, and playbooks

Proficiency in troubleshooting and managing issues related to data collection, analysis, and reporting

Strong understanding of security and network protocols, data flow, and integration of security tools

Familiarity with scripting and automation languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for creating custom scripts and integrations

Knowledge of compliance requirements and best practices for SIEM/SOAR configurations

US Citizenship Required

The ability obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Preferred

Ability to conduct gap analysis to identify areas for improvement in the NOC and SOC operating environments

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess and enhance security processes

Strong ability to document and prepare evidence for security audits

Excellent communication skills to work effectively with NOC, SOC, and cross-functional IT teams

Ability to translate technical findings into actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders

Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or others

Familiarity with dashboard creation and real-time monitoring for security events

Proven track record of process improvement and driving efficiency in security operations

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security+, or IAM-specific certifications (e.g., Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM), Okta, SailPoint, or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate)