IIQ Architect - Pre-award

Description
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Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) Architect to support a federal civilian client based in Oklahoma City, OK. This is a hands-on, onsite role (5 days/week) requiring a U.S. Citizen with deep expertise in Identity & Access Management (IAM) across large-scale enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience architecting and delivering secure, scalable IAM solutions, particularly within government or highly regulated environments. This individual will play a critical role in designing end-to-end identity governance frameworks aligned to Federal ICAM standards and modern security best practices. Key Responsibilities
* Design and architect the end-to-end SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) environment, including:
* High Availability (HA) architectures
* Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies
* Define and implement a scalable Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) strategy, transitioning the organization from:
* Manual entitlement management
* To a structured, automated "birthright" access model
* Lead integration efforts between SailPoint and enterprise security tools, ensuring:
* Seamless interoperability
* Compliance with federal security frameworks
* Partner with Agency Leads and stakeholders to:
* Translate business and mission requirements into technical solutions
* Ensure alignment with Federal ICAM standards
* Provide architectural leadership and guidance across:
* IAM strategy
* Identity lifecycle governance
* Access certification and policy enforcement
What we expect from you:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity and 8+ years of Identity & Access Management (IAM) experience in, Federal government environments or private industry, OR 12 years of IAM experience
* Proven expertise in:
* Designing multi-tier architectures for large-scale enterprise environments
* Implementing IAM solutions within complex government ecosystems
* Strong knowledge of:
* NIST 800-63 (Digital Identity Guidelines)
* Federal identity and access management frameworks
* Ability to obtain or currently hold a Public Trust security clearance (or higher)
* U.S. Citizenship required
* SailPoint Certified Architect (IdentityIQ), a plus.
* Experience designing IAM solutions aligned with Federal ICAM frameworks, a plus.
* Background supporting federal civilian agencies or regulated industries, a plus.
* CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
* We're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that's curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.
* About Us
* CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do- it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one- building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win- focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward- staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees- working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities. As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what's next. Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do.
* Together, we Make Amazing Happen.
* CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.