Information Security Architect :: McLean, VA (Hybrid)

Information Security Architect

Location

McLean, VA (Hybrid)

Duration

6+ months

Seeking for an experienced identity and access management professional to lead enterprise-wide IAM strategy and architecture. This role involves creating scalable identity solutions across cloud, on-premises, and SaaS environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in the identity ecosystem and strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise IAM strategy and architecture for human and non-human identities
• Create architecture diagrams and transition plans
• Assess business requirements and recommend solutions
• Identify architectural gaps and investment priorities
• Design solutions for identity governance, authentication, access provisioning, and more
• Automate and streamline business processes
• Establish standards and design patterns for the IAM technology stack
• Lead architecture and design reviews and provide implementation guidance
• Evaluate IAM products and platform capabilities
• Advise teams on identity requirements and solution options
• Guide the implementation of AI identity capabilities
• Drive adoption of standard IAM solutions across business applications

Skills

• Deep knowledge of IAM principles and platforms
• Experience with SailPoint, PingFederate, Microsoft Entra, Active Directory, and ServiceNow
• Strong communication and influence skills
• Experience with observability and analytics platforms
• Hands-on experience with PAM and MFA technologies (preferred)
• Experience designing identity controls for AI agents (preferred)
• Experience with product selection and platform modernization (preferred)

Experience

• 10 years of progressive IAM architecture or solution design experience

Qualifications

• Relevant security, cloud, or architecture certifications (preferred)