Senior Cloud Systems Engineer (Identity Management Domain Services)

Overview

Tanaq Technical Services (TTS) a division of St. George Tanaq (SGT)Corporation is an 8(a) Alaskan Native Small Business that specializes in delivering Enterprise Integrated Technology Solutions and Support Services to the Federal Government. TTSs innovative approach combines proactive strategies efficient processes and emerging technologies to deliver seamless integrated services for our clients. TTS prides itself in being Mission Driven People Focused. To learn more about us visit the Role

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Systems Engineer (Identity Management Domain Services) to support our federal government customer. The Senior Cloud Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design development configuration security system analysis and modernization of the Identity Management & Domain Services (IMDS) critical services that enable the customers network to function.

This position reports to head of a unit/department. The ideal candidate will have experience with cloud identity and access management (IAM) cloud security modernization and automation of Federal IT cloud projects.

This is a hybrid remote position based in Suitland Maryland that will require some onsite work at the customers location. This position is contingent on contract award.

Responsibilities

• Support modernization efforts through Cloud integration:

-Configure and manage IMDS CI/CD DevOps Pipelines

-Serves as the technical lead on special projects

-Collaborates with other OCIO teams on key initiatives

• Design and manage Cloud-Based Identity Management and Domain Services (IMDS)
• Design and implement enterprise infrastructure and platforms required for cloud computing.
• Ensure compliance and security in cloud environments particularly with frameworks like FedRAMP NIST 800-53 or CMMC for cloud connectivity and data transmission.
• Implement and manage hybrid cloud networks integrating AWS and Azure VPCs with on-premises systems using IPsec VPNs and private connections.
• Utilize cloud networking services such as AWS Transit Gateway Azure ExpressRoute and software-defined networking (SDN) solutions.
• Analyze system requirements and ensure that systems will be securely integrated with current applications.

Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 4 years of Cloud proficiency experience with IAM systems including managing IAM for AWS Azure AD Remedy Okta ADFS and hybrid environments.
• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud-based IAM solutions.
• Have a deep knowledge and understanding of system development in cloud environments including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Software as Service (SaaS) Platform as Service (PaaS) or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
• Cloud Platforms (proficiency in at least one): AWS (Amazon Web Services) Microsoft Azure Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Operating Systems: Linux/Unix (Ubuntu CentOS Red Hat) Windows Server administration Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform AWS CloudFormation Containerization & Orchestration: Docker Kubernetes (EKS AKS GKE) CI/CD Pipelines: Jenkins GitLab CI/CD Azure DevOps AWS Code Pipeline
• Experience integrating SSO MFA and identity federation for cloud and on-premises systems.
• Knowledge of USCBs identity management policies access control standards and risk management practices.
• Knowledge of FedRamp NIST 800-53 FISMA CMMC and federal security standards for IAM systems
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Previous experience working at a federal government agency preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to pass required Federal background screening/security check including basic and expanded investigations. Ability to obtain and maintain both government clearance and customer approval.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Education and Training

• Bachelors degree in information systems Systems Engineering Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent certification or years of experience).
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM).
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or Professional Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert CompTIA Security or AWS Certified Security Specialty preferred

Physical Requirements

• Candidates must reside in or within commutable distance of Suitland Maryland.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Pay Range

The projected annual salary range for this position is $115000 - $160000 USD. Please note that the salary information listed is a good-faith estimate for this position and a general guideline only. Multiple factors are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to the candidates relevant work experience skills education certifications and competencies that align with the specified role geographic location as well as business considerations and contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

Benefits Information

Benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Tanaq. Full-time US-based employees gain access to healthcare benefits (Medical Dental Vision) Basic Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401(k) Flexible Spending Account EAP Education Reimbursement Paid Time Off and Holidays.

Who We Are

Tanaq Technical Services (TTS) strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients vision needs and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients employees and partners.

Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Tanaq Technical Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 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 law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.

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