Identity and Access Management (IdAM) Lead IRES - SSFB/HSV

Amentum company; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks an Identity and Access Management (IdAM) Lead to design, implement, maintain, and support IdAM for the Missile Defense Agency under the IRES contract. On-site at Schriever Space Force Base, CO or Redstone Arsenal, AL.

Lead a high‑performing IdAM team, set strategy, govern compliance with DoD/NSS requirements, and collaborate with executives to align IdAM with Zero Trust principles. Requirements include 6+ years in IT, 4+ years IdAM, 2+ years in management, DoD 8570 IAT II

Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years IdAM experience.
• Must have 2+ years in a management/leadership role.
• Must have DoD/NSS PKI experience.
• Must have current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+).
• Must have active DoW Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and support IdAM environments.
• Provide strategic leadership for the IdAM team and align with Zero Trust security.
• Oversee governance, compliance, and risk mitigation for IdAM solutions.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with executive leadership across complex organizations.
• Oversee budget, resource allocation, and personnel management for the IdAM team.

Skills

Identity & Access Management

Leadership

PingFederate

SailPoint IdentityIQ

Azure AD

AWS IAM

Active Directory

DoD PKI

Tools

PingFederate

SailPoint IdentityIQ

Azure AD

AWS IAM

Active Directory

Job description

Position Title: Identity and Access Management (IdAM) Lead

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO or Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type: DoW Secret

Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

Description of Duties:

The Identity and Access Management (IdAM) Lead supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

Be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and support of our IdAM environment supporting the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) under the IRES contract

Ensure the security and compliance of systems and data through effective user access and identity management aligned with the Zero Trust Security Model.

Strategic Leadership & Vision:

Provide strategic direction and leadership for the IdAM team, aligning team objectives with overall business goals and the Zero Trust Security Model, while driving continuous improvement and proactively addressing emerging threats.

Team Management & Development:

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IdAM professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Solution Design & Implementation:

Oversee the design, strategy, delivery, and implementation of IdAM capabilities, ensuring best practices are followed, client business goals are achieved, and the team delivers success-driven solutions.

Stakeholder Management & Communication:

Serve as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders, effectively communicating IdAM strategies and solutions, and managing relationships with senior stakeholders across complex organizations.

Governance & Compliance:

Ensure compliance with security policies, regulations, and DoD/NSS requirements, proactively identifying and mitigating risks related to identity and access management.

Resource Management:

Oversee budget management, resource allocation, and personnel management for the IdAM team, ensuring efficient and effective utilization of resources.

Technical Expertise & Architectural Guidance:

Leverage technical knowledge of identity management products to make informed architectural decisions, guide the team in implementing complex solutions, and act as an escalation point for technical challenges.

The ideal candidate will be a customer-focused individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Basic Requirements:

Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience o May be reduced with completion of advanced education

Must have 4, or more, years of Identity and Access Management (IdAM) experience

Must have 2, or more, years of experience working in a management or leadership role

Must have experience supporting and understanding the business requirements coupled with technical knowledge of identity management products (PingIdentity PingFederate, SailPoint IdentityIQ, Azure / AWS Cloud Hybrid Identity Management, Active Directory, and DoD/NSS Public Key Infrastructure).

Must have a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (ex: Security+)

Must have, or obtain, an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

Compensation Details:

$120,000 – $150,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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