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What You Will Do:

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with a strong background in Identity and Access Management (IAM) to join our team. In this role, you will support large government-wide identity programs by capturing and documenting business requirements, defining processes, and analyzing IAM solutions.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze detailed business and technical requirements for IAM projects.

• Create and maintain functional and non-functional requirements documentation to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Support PMO in Project Delivery:

• Assist the PMO in managing IAM projects through their lifecycle, ensuring requirements are understood, tracked, and achieved.

• Partner with project managers to develop project schedules, track deliverables, and ensure IAM program objectives are met.

• Define and document IAM-related processes, workflows, and standards to optimize identity governance and access control measures.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements within IAM and implement best practices for enhancing system security and user experience.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a liaison between technical and business teams, facilitating communication and ensuring stakeholder needs are understood and addressed.

• Conduct regular meetings, presentations, and workshops to review requirements, project updates, and deliverables.

• Prepare comprehensive documentation, including use cases, user stories, data flow diagrams, and specifications for IAM solutions.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for requirements, decisions, and system configurations to support ongoing program management.

What You Will Need:

• Minimum 5 (five) years of experience in business analysis, with at least 3 years focused on Identity and Access Management (IAM).

• Proven experience supporting PMO or project management teams in delivering IAM or related information security projects.

• Understanding of IAM concepts, including identity lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and privileged access management (PAM).

• Familiarity with IAM technologies and standards (e.g., LDAP, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, multi-factor authentication).

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex business needs into actionable requirements.

• Excellent communication skills to articulate requirements to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Proficiency in project management and business analysis tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Visio, Microsoft Project).

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain Secret clearance.

• This is a hybrid role which requires you to be within a commutable distance and have the ability to work out of Arlington, VA or at a client site in the DC Metro. If located outside of area, must be willing to relocate without financial assistance.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Relevant certifications, such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM).

• Experience working in regulated industries or with IAM governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FICAM).

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What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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