Solutions Architect (IGA)

Guidehouse; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Sick Time & Holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

HSAs/FSA

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning Opportunities

Skills Development

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Events

Back-Up Childcare

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a Senior Solutions Architect focused on Identity Governance & Administration to design and implement IGA using Okta Identity Governance. You will lead RBAC/ABAC, SoD and certification workflows, architect SCIM/API integrations, and define identity data models to support lifecycle automation.

You will collaborate with security, application, infrastructure, and business teams, aligning with Zero Trust principles to translate requirements into scalable IGA solutions.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Okta OIG or similar IGA platforms.
• Strong knowledge of RBAC, ABAC, SoD, and identity lifecycle management concepts.
• Experience designing and integrating SCIM/API-based identity solutions with authoritative systems and enterprise applications.
• Ability to define identity data models, attribute schemas, and normalization standards.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical design sessions, architecture reviews, and cross-functional engineering discussions.

Responsibilities

• Architect identity governance and administration (IGA) solutions using Okta Identity Governance (OIG) to support identity lifecycle workflows, Joiner-Mover-Leaver architecture, identity governance models, integrations, and policy-driven identity structures.
• Design and implement RBAC/ABAC models, SoD structures, certification cycles, and governance workflows that align with business and security requirements in OIG.
• Architect SCIM/API integrations with authoritative sources and downstream applications to enable secure, scalable identity provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Define identity attribute schemas, normalization rules, and lifecycle automation patterns to support consistent, reliable identity data and processes.
• Lead engineering direction, solution design reviews, and integration strategy discussions across stakeholders and technical teams.
• Ensure identity architecture aligns with Zero Trust principles and identity domain best practices.
• Partner with security, application, infrastructure, and business teams to translate requirements into implementable IGA solutions.

Skills

Okta OIG experience

RBAC/ABAC knowledge

SCIM/API integrations

Identity data models

Zero Trust principles

Architecture leadership

Job description

• Architect identity governance and administration (IGA) solutions using Okta Identity Governance (OIG) to support identity lifecycle workflows, Joiner-Mover-Leaver architecture, identity governance models, integrations, and policy-driven identity structures.
• Design and implement RBAC/ABAC models, segregation of duties (SoD) structures, certification cycles, and governance workflows that align with business and security requirements in OIG.
• Architect SCIM/API integrations with authoritative sources and downstream applications to enable secure, scalable identity provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Define identity attribute schemas, normalization rules, and lifecycle automation patterns to support consistent, reliable identity data and processes.
• Lead engineering direction, solution design reviews, and integration strategy discussions across stakeholders and technical teams.
• Ensure identity architecture aligns with Zero Trust principles and identity domain best practices.
• Partner with security, application, infrastructure, and business teams to translate requirements into implementable IGA solutions.

Job Family

Cyber Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

Active Top Secret (TS)

What You Will Do

• Architect identity governance and administration (IGA) solutions using Okta Identity Governance (OIG) to support identity lifecycle workflows, Joiner-Mover-Leaver architecture, identity governance models, integrations, and policy-driven identity structures.
• Design and implement RBAC/ABAC models, segregation of duties (SoD) structures, certification cycles, and governance workflows that align with business and security requirements in OIG.
• Architect SCIM/API integrations with authoritative sources and downstream applications to enable secure, scalable identity provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Define identity attribute schemas, normalization rules, and lifecycle automation patterns to support consistent, reliable identity data and processes.
• Lead engineering direction, solution design reviews, and integration strategy discussions across stakeholders and technical teams.
• Ensure identity architecture aligns with Zero Trust principles and identity domain best practices.
• Partner with security, application, infrastructure, and business teams to translate requirements into implementable IGA solutions.

What You Will Need

• Minimum of EIGHT (8)+ years of overall work experience.
• Experience as a Solutions Architect or in a similar identity/security architecture role focused on Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) or enterprise ICAM/IGA design.
• Hands-on experience with Okta OIG or similar IGA platforms.
• Strong knowledge of RBAC, ABAC, SoD, access certifications, and identity lifecycle management concepts.
• Experience designing and integrating SCIM/API-based identity solutions with authoritative systems and enterprise applications.
• Ability to define identity data models, attribute schemas, and normalization standards.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical design sessions, architecture reviews, and cross-functional engineering discussions.
• Understanding of Zero Trust principles and how they apply to identity architecture.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
• US Citizenship is contractually required.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience implementing or supporting enterprise identity governance programs at scale.
• Prior experience with additional identity platforms, directories, or cloud security tools.
• Knowledge of compliance, audit, and access review processes in regulated environments.
• Familiarity with workflow automation, policy-based access controls, and identity orchestration patterns.
• Certifications in identity, security, or cloud platforms.

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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