Role Description: The Operations Engineer provides mid- to senior-level technical operations support for IBM-based IAM systems within a large-scale federal national security environment. Responsible for the administration, sustainment, and operational readiness of IBM-based Security and Identity Management systems. This role ensures secure, stable, and compliant operation of identity services that underpin mission-critical federal environments.
Key Responsibilities:- Administer and maintain IBM IAM systems (e.g., IVIG, SDS/LDAP) in compliance with federal security requirements.
- Execute secure configuration, patching, accreditation support, and STIG compliance - core expectations in federal operations roles.
- Troubleshoot authentication/authorization failures and maintain continuity of mission-critical access services.
- Conduct system monitoring, log analysis, and incident response in accordance with federal SLAs.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, runbooks, audit documentation, and compliance materials.
- Support integration across federal applications and mission systems.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts (automation, resiliency, monitoring enhancements).
Minimum Skills:- 8+ years hands-on experience with IBM identity and access management tools, such as:
- IBM Security Identity Manager (ISIM) / IBM Security Verify Governance
- IBM Security Directory Server (SDS)
- IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM)
- LDAP directory services
- Strong understanding of IAM concepts: RBAC, provisioning workflows, SSO, federation (SAML/OIDC), directory integration.
- Proficiency in Linux/Unix system administration.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python) for automation.
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks (NIST 800-53, RMF) and ability to apply STIGs for system hardening.
- Experience supporting large, complex, or mission-critical environment
- Final DoD Secret Security Clearance
- Ability to report onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD (up to 2-3x a week)
Compensation RangesCompensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.
