Cybersecurity Zero Trust and ICAM SME

cBEYONData is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support our federal clients, focusing on Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) and Zero Trust implementation. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing robust security solutions while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and industry best practices. Key responsibilities include refining ICAM policies, conducting risk assessments, supporting audits, and leading Zero Trust initiatives. Experience with federal IT systems and Zero Trust program design is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure infrastructures, configuring networks, systems, and applications to minimize vulnerabilities.
• Work with the customer to design and develop a roadmap for the design, development, and delivery of Zero Trust Principles within the architecture.
• Identify tools, techniques and processes needed for a Zero Trust implementation
• Design and oversee implementation of security strategies in complex IT environments
• Design, develop and deliver a comprehensive ICAM solution for use by all affected systems.
• Analyze existing ICAM policies to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or areas for improvement, and recommend necessary changes.
• Conduct research on emerging identity management trends and best practices to inform policy updates.
• Continuously monitor systems and networks for suspicious activities, analyze logs, and respond promptly to security alerts.
• Coordinate incident response efforts, investigate breaches, and perform forensic analysis to determine the root cause of security incidents.
• Develop, update, and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with federal standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST).
• Provide training and awareness programs to educate staff on cybersecurity risks and best practices.

Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, protocols, and best practice.
• In-depth understanding of DoD Zero Trust Strategies, industry best practices, various tools that will potentially comprise the solution, and experience in assessing Zero Trust Implementations.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing network and security appliances.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with acute attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with federal cybersecurity standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience in incident response, vulnerability management, and forensic analysis.
• Experience with IT architecture/information systems compliance, including RMF Special Publications, systems controls, enhancements, assessment procedures, implementation plans, and System Security Plans (SSP).
• Proven experience in designing and implementing security architectures within complex environments.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or related roles, preferably with federal clients.
• AWS Certification and Sec+.
• Possession of a valid Security Clearance (Secret).
• Experience with HSPD 12, FIPS, Zero Trust, and DoD ICAM programs, required.
• Experience executing work within an Agile framework.