ICAM Subject Matter Expert

Position Title: ICAM Subject Matter Expert

Location: Remote (with potential on-site support in Camp Springs, MD)

Salary: $120,000.00 +

Clearance: USCIS Public Trust highly preferred 

*This position is contingent upon award of contract

Position Summary

Command Cyber Solutions, LLC (CCS) is seeking an experienced Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide strategic and technical leadership in support of the USCIS ICAM Enterprise Services III contract. The ICAM SME serves as the senior technical authority for enterprise identity and access management solutions within the USCIS production environment. This role provides advisory support, architecture guidance, standards alignment, and modernization strategy recommendations to ensure secure, scalable, and compliant ICAM service delivery across USCIS systems. The ICAM SME works closely with Government stakeholders, cybersecurity leadership, and Agile development teams to ensure identity governance, authentication, authorization, federation, and credentialing services align with DHS and federal ICAM guidance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise in enterprise ICAM frameworks and implementation strategy.
• Advise USCIS leadership on ICAM modernization initiatives and roadmap development.
• Support identity federation, authentication mechanisms, credential lifecycle management, and access governance processes.
• Ensure alignment with federal ICAM Roadmap and DHS cybersecurity policies.
• Provide technical review of architectural designs, integration strategies, and system enhancements.
• Support evaluation of commercial and open-source ICAM tools and services.
• Assist with boundary security considerations and integration within USCIS production environments.
• Support cybersecurity coordination including vulnerability remediation impacting ICAM systems.
• Participate in executive-level briefings and technical working groups.

Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field

Certifications:

• Must be certified in one of the following recognized identity, access, and security certifications:
  • Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • GIAC Defensible Identity and Access Management (GDA)
  • Certified Access Management Specialist (CAMS)
  • CompTIA Security+
  • FICAM related training

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise identity and access management systems.
• Experience designing, implementing, or advising on federal ICAM programs.
• Experience supporting secure, mission-critical web-based systems in production environments.
• Experience working within Agile and DevSecOps delivery environments.
• Experience supporting DHS or other federal civilian agencies preferred.

Knowledge:

• In depth knowledge of federal ICAM standards, frameworks, and policy (Federal ICAM Roadmap, OMB directives, Executive Orders 13800 and 14028, DHS 4300A) and how they translate into technical and operational requirements across USCIS ICAM functional areas (AuthN/AuthZ, PAM, PKI, SSO, Secrets Management, ePACS).
• In depth knowledge of cloud architecture and security (AWS, Azure), DevSecOps development standards, and the capabilities, strengths, and weaknesses of current commercial and open-source ICAM products, sufficient to evaluate options and advise Government leads on adoption and modernization decisions.

Skills:

• Skilled at conducting and documenting technical architecture reviews for ICAM system integrations and enhancements, with proficiency in producing written findings that include specific, actionable recommendations appropriate for Government decision-making.
• Skilled at developing and maintaining ICAM product modernization roadmaps aligned to the Federal ICAM Roadmap and DHS cybersecurity directives, with demonstrated proficiency in structuring prioritized initiatives with target completion dates for regular review with Government leads.

Abilities:

• Able to translate federal ICAM policy requirements (OMB directives, Executive Orders, DHS 4300A, FICAM Roadmap) into specific, actionable engineering tasks documented as user stories or technical design guidance, with clear traceability from requirement to implementation.
• Able to identify security and architectural risks in ICAM identity systems during design reviews, integration assessments, and sprint demos, and document each risk with a severity rating, potential impact, and recommended mitigation for escalation to the Program Manager and Government lea

Why Join Command Cyber Solutions:

We recognize that our success begins with our people. We are dedicated to fostering a professional, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment where employees are empowered to excel and advance their careers, CCS offers opportunities to contribute to high-impact federal initiatives, supported by robust professional development programs, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements. We prioritize investing in our workforce, ensuring each team member has the resources, support, and career pathways to achieve long-term success while delivering meaningful results for our clients.

Culture:

At CCS, you’ll be a part of a team that genuinely supports one another and where leadership is invested in the well-being and success of every employee. We foster a work culture where people are valued for who they are, not just what they do, and where your career goals are taken seriously. You’ll be encouraged to grow through mentorship, hands-on experience, and access to continued learning opportunities that align with your aspirations. Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise, earn new certifications, or take on leadership roles, CCS provides the environment and support to help you get there. Leadership is approachable, collaboration is natural, and success is shared. At CCS, you’re not just joining a company; you’re joining a community committed to your growth and success.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Our offerings include medical and prescription drug plans, dental coverage, group life insurance, and options for supplemental life insurance to provide additional protection. We also provide short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs to help employees manage personal and professional needs. Our package also includes identity theft protection and a competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions, giving employees valuable resources to protect their future and achieve long-term financial goals.

EEO Statement:

Command Cyber Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Command Cyber solutions, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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