Information Technology_USA - USA_Lead

Job Title: Ping Federated Architect
Location: Charlotte, NC
Duration : 12 Months
 
Job Summary:

• We are seeking a highly skilled Ping Federated Architect to design, implement, and manage identity federation solutions using PingFederate.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in identity and access management (IAM), Single Sign-On (SSO), and federated authentication protocols.
• You will play a key role in ensuring secure and seamless access to applications and services across multiple domains.

• Architect and implement federated identity solutions using PingFederate.
• Design and configure SSO, OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML, and other federated authentication protocols.
• Integrate PingFederate with enterprise applications, cloud services, and third-party systems.

• Lead the deployment and configuration of PingFederate in complex environments.
• Provide technical guidance to development and operations teams on IAM best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and deliver scalable IAM solutions.

• Ensure that federated identity solutions comply with security policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Implement security measures such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) and risk-based authentication.

• Monitor and troubleshoot issues related to PingFederate and federated identity systems.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of IAM solutions.

• Create detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration guides, and operational procedures.
• Train internal teams and clients on PingFederate and federated identity concepts.

• Work closely with Ping Identity support and other vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools or features to enhance IAM capabilities.

• Must Have 7+ years of Experience in Cyber Security - IAM Professional Services.
• 5+ years of experience in identity and access management (IAM) and federated identity solutions.
• Hands-on experience with PingFederate, including installation, configuration, and integration.
• Strong knowledge of authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and LDAP.
• Experience with cloud IAM solutions (e.g., AWS IAM, Azure AD) is a plus.

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Familiarity with REST APIs, web services, and middleware technologies.
• Knowledge of networking concepts (e.g., firewalls, load balancers, DNS).

• Ping Identity certifications (e.g., PingFederate, PingAccess).
• Experience with DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible) for IAM automation.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and modern security frameworks.

• Applicants must be able to work directly on W2.

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.