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Senior ICAM Technical Lead

Department of Homeland Security Headquarters

Arlington, VAFull-time$144–187K/yrPosted 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$144–187K/yr
Location
Arlington, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CIAM, CISSP, Or CompTIA Security+Top Secret clearance

Job overview

The Department of Homeland Security seeks a Senior ICAM Technical Lead for a 6–12 month non-reimbursable Joint Duty Assignment. The role provides technical leadership for enterprise identity and access management programs, modernizes identity services, and advances secure access and Zero Trust initiatives. Only current, full-time federal employees are eligible; this is a detail, not a developmental rotation, and the assignment provides no compensation beyond the employee’s existing federal salary.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Identity GovernancePrivileged Access ManagementAccess ManagementFederationAuthenticationMulti-Factor AuthenticationPKICertificate ManagementCredential Lifecycle ManagementRole-Based Access ControlAttribute-Based Access ControlZero Trust ArchitectureMicrosoft Entra IDOktaSailPointCyberArkCertificate ServicesSAMLOIDCOAuthLightweight Directory Access ProtocolAzureAWSTechnical RoadmappingCross-Functional LeadershipModernization LeadershipMentoringExecutive CommunicationAutomationProcess ImprovementRequirements Translation

Qualifications

10+ Years Cybersecurity, IAM, or ICAM ExperienceEnterprise Identity Modernization ExperienceFederal Environment ExperienceTechnical Lead, Architect, or Senior Engineer ExperienceStrategy and Roadmap Execution ExperienceFederal Cybersecurity, Zero Trust, and Compliance ExperienceCIAM, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+Current Full-Time Federal EmployeePublic Trust

Full job description

Summary

6-12 month non-reimbursable assignment. The only compensation for this assignment is the federal salary you are already receiving. CISA Senior ICAM Technical Lead Series Requested: TCT-II Staff Cybersecurity Specialist or 2210 Security Clearance: Public Trust Virtual/Remote: No Only current, full-time federal employees are eligible. Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selection/closing date. This is a Detail, not a Developmental Rotation. Supervisory approval form must be signed.

Duties

Provides senior technical leadership for enterprise ICAM programs, including identity governance, privileged access management, authentication, federation, and Zero Trust initiatives. Collaborates across organizations to develop strategy, modernize identity services, implement secure access solutions, and advance cybersecurity capabilities supporting mission and enterprise objectives. Qualifications

Qualifications required: 10+ years of cybersecurity, IAM, or ICAM experience. Experience leading enterprise identity modernization initiatives. Experience operating in federal environments. Experience serving as a technical lead, architect, or senior engineer. Demonstrated ownership of strategy, roadmap development, and execution. Experience supporting federal cybersecurity, Zero Trust, and compliance requirements. Core ICAM Technical Expertise Required in Areas of: Identity Governance & Administration (IGA); Privileged Access Management (PAM); Access Management and Federation; Authentication and MFA; PKI and Certificate Management; Credential Lifecycle Management; Role-Based and Attribute-Based Access Control; Zero Trust Architecture. Technologies which must have strong hands on experience: Microsoft Entra ID; Okta; SailPoint / IGA; CyberArk / PAM; PKI and certificate services; Federation (SAML, OIDC, OAuth); Zero Trust identity architectures; Lightweight Directory Access Protocol; Cloud identity services (Azure, AWS) Certifications Required (at least one of the following): Certified Identity and Access Management (CIAM); Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); CompTIA Security + Competencies: Define technical roadmaps; Lead cross-functional teams without formal supervisory authority; Oversee modernization efforts; Mentor engineers and administrators; Communicate effectively with senior leadership and executive stakeholders; Drive automation and process improvement; Translate mission requirements into technical solutions Please read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job) Duties (Be specific in describing your duties) Name of Federal agency Supervisor name, email, and phone number Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position. How You Will Be Evaluated

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this Joint Duty Assignment. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination will be made. You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. Other Information

**DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving. If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position. Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA: Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA. Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include: Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA. Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA. Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.

How this job compares

Set against the 3,023 open Cybersecurity jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$144–187K/yr
  • Virginia median$131–200K/yr193 salary ranges
  • US median$135–225K/yr2,401 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $166K, is close to the Virginia median midpoint ($162K) — in the middle half of Cybersecurity salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 231 open Cybersecurity jobs in Virginia and 3,023 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience; Cybersecurity postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (2,591 postings).
Education
1,459 of the 3,023 open Cybersecurity jobs (48%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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