Cloud ICAM Engineer

Leidos

About The Position

Join us in transforming how technology serves those who serve. At Leidos, we're not just delivering solutions – we're pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams of innovators unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in leading with integrity, investing in our communities, and building sustainably for tomorrow. Shape the future of digital defense. Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next-generation technology, architecting cutting-edge solutions in cyber defense, logistics optimization, security operations, and decision intelligence. We're the minds behind the mission-critical systems that keep our nation secure. Ready to engineer solutions that matter? Primary Responsibilities: The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking a dynamic Senior Software Engineer to support cloud modernization initiatives for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in the Alexandria, VA area. This role is part of a high-impact program focused on delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that enable operational agility and resilience across the USCG enterprise. As an ICAM engineer you will support the modernization and security of its enterprise cloud infrastructure. This role is critical to implementing secure, scalable, and compliant identity and access solutions across AWS and Azure environments in alignment with federal cybersecurity mandates and Zero Trust Architecture principles. You’ll work closely with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to the mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business)
8+ years of experience in ICAM or cloud security engineering
Hands-on experience with AWS IAM, Azure AD, and cloud-native access control services
Proficiency in identity federation protocols and integration with enterprise identity providers
Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Terraform)
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks including NIST 800-53, 800-63, and 800-207
Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles and cloud security best practices
Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Certifications such as AWS Security Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, or CISSP
Must be a U.S. Citizen have a Public Trust and be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting ICAM in a federal or DoD environment
Knowledge of Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) and ICAM dashboards
Prior experience supporting DHS, USCG, or other federal cloud modernization efforts
Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Experience working with technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT environments

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain ICAM solutions across AWS and Azure cloud platforms
Integrate cloud identity services with on-premises systems such as Active Directory and Azure AD
Develop and enforce role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC), and policy-based access models
Implement and manage identity federation using SAML, OAuth2, and OpenID Connect
Automate identity lifecycle processes including provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews
Securely manage credentials, secrets, and tokens using tools like AWS Secrets Manager and Azure Key Vault
Support the implementation of Zero Trust Architecture in accordance with NIST standards
Conduct access audits, generate compliance reports, and support FISMA, FedRAMP, and DoD RMF requirements
Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and application teams to ensure secure and seamless access across systems
Maintain documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures for ICAM systems
Support cross-functional coordination across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams
Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement
Ensure alignment with USCG mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards