Identity Access Management Analyst

Barrow Wise Consulting•Rockville, MD

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Enjoy problem-solving, need a venue to display your creativity, and emerging technologies pique your interest; if so, Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC is for you. As a multi-disciplined leader, you understand the gifts that set you apart from everyone else. Demonstrate innovative solutions to our clients. Join Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC today. The Identity Access Management Analyst will support Barrow Wise's Maryland project and perform the following duties: Review existing IAM documentation, processes, system configurations, and architecture. Conduct knowledge-transfer sessions with ITD staff to understand the current state environment. Identify gaps, risks, and dependencies that may impact IAM operations. Recommend standards and best practices for IAM, including governance, roles and responsibilities, and technology architecture. Develop a plan outlining activities, timelines, roles, and expectations. Design and document identity lifecycle processes. Integrate applications and systems into Entra ID. Identify opportunities for automation and improvements to identity security. Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for IAM operations, employee onboarding/offboarding, and related activities. Create and enhance a centralized IAM governance framework, role definitions, and access management standards. Align IAM processes with Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, and other enterprise systems. Analyze existing IAM-related workflows and recommend improvements for efficiency and security. Assist in the development of structured automated workflows for provisioning, deprovisioning, access requests, and approvals that support integration with ServiceNow. Deliver written reports, status updates, and documentation as required by the IAM Program Manager. Work Remotely but attend some meetings in person in Annapolis, MD Join the team at Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC, for a fulfilling and engaging experience! Our team is dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients in an ethical and diverse work environment. We offer competitive compensation packages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement. Barrow Wise is an equal-opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBT are welcome to apply. Our employees stand behind Barrow Wise's core values of integrity, quality, innovation, and diversity. We are confident that Barrow Wise's core values, business model, and team focus create positive career paths for our employees. Barrow Wise will continue to lead the industry in delivering new solutions to clients and persevere until the client is overjoyed.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship, residency in the MD/DC/VA Metro area
Bachelor's Degree in IT or Cybersecurity, or a related field and five years of experience
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in analyzing, mapping, and improving IAM processes. Experience must include work related to identity lifecycle management, access provisioning/deprovisioning, and access request workflows.
A minimum of five (5) years of documented experience developing SOPs, process maps, and operational documents for IAM-related functions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with at least three (3) years of experience in facilitating meetings, gathering requirements, and communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience supporting the development of IAM-related policies, role definitions, and access review activities.
Experience must include participation in at least two (2) IAM engagements in an enterprise or government environment.

Nice To Haves

Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM)
Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP)

Responsibilities

Review existing IAM documentation, processes, system configurations, and architecture.
Conduct knowledge-transfer sessions with ITD staff to understand the current state environment.
Identify gaps, risks, and dependencies that may impact IAM operations.
Recommend standards and best practices for IAM, including governance, roles and responsibilities, and technology architecture.
Develop a plan outlining activities, timelines, roles, and expectations.
Design and document identity lifecycle processes.
Integrate applications and systems into Entra ID.
Identify opportunities for automation and improvements to identity security.
Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for IAM operations, employee onboarding/offboarding, and related activities.
Create and enhance a centralized IAM governance framework, role definitions, and access management standards.
Align IAM processes with Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, and other enterprise systems.
Analyze existing IAM-related workflows and recommend improvements for efficiency and security.
Assist in the development of structured automated workflows for provisioning, deprovisioning, access requests, and approvals that support integration with ServiceNow.
Deliver written reports, status updates, and documentation as required by the IAM Program Manager.