Associate IGA Engineer (Remote in the US)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.
General Description
We are looking for an Associate IGA Engineer to support Identity Governance Deployments across different product areas. This role will engage in the development of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (aka ISC), Saviynt, ConductorOne (aka C1) and Lumos products while providing “Wow Them” service to clients and/or internal customers or co-workers.
The Associate IGA Engineer must demonstrate strong logical reasoning, technical analysis skills, and curiosity about SaaS platforms and emerging Agentic/AI tools, with a willingness to learn the technical syntax of the tools we provide Identity services for. The role requires working collaboratively with a team to align delivery with business objectives and priorities.
About the IGA Practice
The IGA Practice is responsible for partnering with customers on Identity maturity programs with specific focus on Identity Governance, Automation and Administration objectives. The Practice provides services offerings to support new implementations, ongoing enhancements, managed services and advisory services for customers in diverse industry verticals.
Our team of Managing Security Consultants, Architects, and Engineers focuses on establishing industry best practices, repeatable processes, and gaining efficiency on business operations in the realm of overarching IAM Programs and IGA focus areas. We partner with the executive stakeholders, Business Line Owners, and IAM Leads to execute IGA projects as business process enablers to improve security posture without slowing down innovation.
Roles and Responsibilities
Support the implementation and enhancement of Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions under the guidance of senior engineers and architects
Gather and document technical requirements and design
Participate in client discussions alongside senior team members, contributing to requirements gathering and documentation
Actively engage in training, mentorship, and self-study to build IGA domain expertise
Required Experience and Education
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Experience: 0–2 years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or a related technical field; direct IGA experience is a plus but not required
Foundational understanding of directory services (e.g., Active Directory) and cloud identity concepts (e.g., Azure AD/Entra ID); exposure to APIs, web services, or data integration concepts is a plus
Basic familiarity with data formats such as XML and JSON, and an understanding of how web services (REST/SOAP) work
Awareness of identity lifecycle concepts (e.g., onboarding, offboarding, role changes) or willingness to learn
Interest in understanding access governance concepts such as access reviews and certification campaigns
Basic awareness of compliance and access control principles (e.g., least privilege, separation of duties) or willingness to learn
Familiarity with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Strong verbal and written skills to develop technical documentation and presentations
Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes
Preferred Experience and Education
Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC-300, or any identity/security vendor certification (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt, ConductorOne, Lumos, or comparable vendors)
Completion of free or self-paced IGA vendor training (e.g., SailPoint University, ConductorOne documentation, or similar resources)
Internship, co-op, or academic project experience related to identity management, cybersecurity, or access management
Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation tasks
Travel Requirements
Up to 10% travel
Physical Requirements
Sedentary work
Substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for a minimum of 8 hours a day
Required to have close visual acuity to view computer terminal and/or extensive reading for a minimum of 8 hours a day
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Why GuidePoint?
GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,300 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers.
Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.
Some added perks….
Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
Pet Benefit Option