IAM Architect

IAM Architect

Position Description
CGI has an immediate need for a IAM Architect to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced team environment supporting one of the largest customers. We take an innovative approach to supporting our client, working side-by-side in an agile environment using emerging technologies.

We partner with 15 of the top 20 banks globally, and our top 10 banking clients have worked with us for an average of 26 years!. This role is located at a client site in Reston, VA. A hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your future duties and responsibilities
As an IAM Architect, you will drive the strategy, design, and implementation of Identity and Access Management programs. You will be responsible for creating secure, scalable identity architectures that align with Zero Trust principles, ensuring that all access requests are verified regardless of location. This role bridges business needs with technical solutions across cloud (AWS/Azure) and hybrid environments.

Zero Trust Strategy: Establish and maintain a Zero Trust security model, ensuring continuous verification of all access requests.
Architecture & Design: Design secure IAM architectures for cloud and hybrid platforms, focusing on authentication, authorization, role management, and federation.
Authentication & Authorization: Develop controls for modern authentication protocols, MFA, and SSO. Implement Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) and Policy-Based Access Control (PBAC).
Cloud Security Integration: Integrate Zero Trust principles with cloud-native tools (AWS, Azure, Entra ID).
Policy & Governance: Enforce least-privilege access principles and automated risk-based access controls.
Technical Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert, guiding matrixed teams and collaborating with Engineering and Information Security to ensure compliance with NIST frameworks.
Automation: Drive automation for identity governance, provisioning, and lifecycle management.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role
5+ years in Cybersecurity, with deep focus on IAM and Information Security Architecture.

Domain Expertise: Strong knowledge of IAM core pillars: IGA (Governance), AM (Access Management), and PAM (Privileged Access).

Tech Stack: Experience with AWS security services, Azure AD/Entra ID, and directory services (LDAP, Active Directory).

Security Frameworks: Proven experience with NIST security frameworks, PCI-DSS, and regulatory compliance.

Zero Trust Knowledge: Understanding of micro segmentation, adaptive authentication, and device trust.

Preferred Qualifications
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or AWS Security Specialty.
Experience with API security and containerization security.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.​

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Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $95,800.00 - $154,300.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: . Competitive compensation . Comprehensive insurance options . Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan . Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time . Paid parental leave .Learning opportunities and tuition assistance . Wellness and Well-being programs

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Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

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