Solutions Architect (IGA)

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 149,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Holidays & PTO

Incentive bonus

Parental Leave

401(k)

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a senior Solutions Architect to lead identity governance and administration (IGA) using Okta OIG. Design RBAC/ABAC, SoD structures and certification workflows; guide integration strategies across security, applications and infrastructure.

8+ years in identity/security architecture, hands-on with OIG or similar IGA, and SCIM/API integrations are required. Strong data modeling and Zero Trust alignment are essential. US citizenship and active Top Secret clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of overall work experience.
• Solutions Architect or similar identity/security role focused on IGA/ICAM.
• Hands-on with Okta OIG or similar IGA platforms.
• RBAC/ABAC, SoD, and certification concepts.
• SCIM/API integrations with enterprise systems.
• Define identity data models and normalization standards.
• Lead design sessions and architecture reviews.
• Understanding of Zero Trust and identity architecture.

Responsibilities

• Architect identity governance and administration (IGA) solutions using Okta Identity Governance (OIG).
• Design and implement RBAC/ABAC models and SoD structures.
• Architect SCIM/API integrations for provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Define identity attribute schemas and lifecycle automation patterns.
• Lead engineering direction and architecture reviews across teams.
• Ensure identity architecture aligns with Zero Trust principles.
• Partner with security, applications, infrastructure and business teams.

Skills

IGA architecture

RBAC/ABAC

Zero Trust

Leadership

Communication

SCIM/API

Tools

Okta OIG

Job description

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.

What We Offer:

• 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.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Guidehouse is a global AI‑led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future.

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