Authentication Engineer

ECS

Washington (District of Columbia)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Everforth ECS in Washington, DC (hybrid) seeks an Authentication Engineer to deploy and manage enterprise MFA and identity systems. You will improve authentication coverage, evaluate new technologies, and collaborate across teams to strengthen security posture.

The role emphasizes hands-on MFA deployment, SSO integration, and user support, with a focus on zero-trust principles and scalable authentication in a federal environment.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience deploying and managing enterprise MFA platforms and identities.
Experience integrating MFA with Active Directory/Azure AD and SSO.

Responsibilities

Deploy and manage enterprise authentication and MFA solutions at scale.
Identify gaps in authentication coverage and drive adoption of new technologies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement identity security policies.
Produce clear documentation for configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting.

Skills

MFA platforms deployment

Identity & Access Management

SAML/OAuth/OpenID Connect

Active Directory/Azure AD

End-user support for MFA adoption

PowerShell / scripting

Zero-trust concepts

Communication with stakeholders

Cloud identity platforms (Azure, AWS)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity / CS / IT

SC-300 / CISSP / Security+ (certifications)

Tools

Microsoft Authenticator

Duo / RSA SecurID

Job description

Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking an Authentication Engineer to work in our Washington, DC office / remote. The role is contingent upon additional funding. We are seeking a technically focused and detail-oriented Authentication Engineer to join our Identity Governance and Administration (IG&A) team. This role is dedicated to the deployment, management, and continuous improvement of enterprise authentication systems, with a particular emphasis on Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and modern identity protocols.

You will work at the intersection of identity security and user experience, ensuring that authentication systems are correctly configured, performing reliably at scale, and aligned with the organization's security policies. This is a proactive role where you will identify gaps in authentication coverage, evaluate emerging authentication technologies, and work across teams to drive adoption and strengthen the organization's overall identity security posture.

If you bring deep technical knowledge of authentication systems, experience integrating them across complex enterprise environments, and the communication skills to support both technical teams and end users, we want to hear from you.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000

General Description Of Benefits

Required Skills

Hands-on experience deploying and managing enterprise MFA platforms (e.g., Microsoft Authenticator, Duo, RSA SecurID, or equivalent)
Strong understanding of modern identity and authentication protocols including SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and RADIUS torchora.com
Experience integrating MFA solutions with Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and Single Sign-On (SSO) platforms
Ability to troubleshoot authentication failures across complex, multi-system enterprise environments
Experience developing and enforcing MFA policies aligned with organizational security standards and zero-trust principles

Identity & Access Management

Working knowledge of enterprise identity and access management (IAM) frameworks and platforms
Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and related Windows-based systems
Understanding of privileged access management (PAM) concepts and how authentication controls integrate within that model
Ability to support risk assessments and security continuous monitoring efforts related to identity and authentication

Collaboration & Documentation

Ability to support large, cross-functional projects and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience creating and maintaining clear documentation for authentication configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides
Comfortable working with end users and support teams to resolve authentication issues and support MFA adoption at scale

A minimum of 3+ years of experience in identity and access management, with direct hands-on experience deploying and managing enterprise authentication and MFA solutions. Candidates with experience supporting large-scale MFA deployments or authentication migrations will be strongly preferred.

Desired Skills

Scripting and automation experience in PowerShell, Bash, Perl, or VBScript to support authentication administration and reporting
Experience with cloud-based identity platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS IAM
Familiarity with WebAuthn / FIDO2 and passwordless authentication technologies
Microsoft License Management experience
Knowledge of zero-trust security principles and how modern authentication fits within that framework
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred
Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300), Security+, CISSP, or equivalent are strongly preferred

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

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