Directory Services Engineer

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Arlington
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Directory Services Engineer The Opportunity: Everyone knows security needs to be “baked in” to a system architecture, but you know how to bake it in. You can identify and implement ways to harden systems and reduce their attack surface. What if you could use your cyber engineering skills to design and build secure systems for a federal government Identity and Access Management ( IdAM ) program? We’re looking for a Radiant Logic ( RL ) engineer who can help to create solutions that will stand up to even the most advanced cyber threats. You’ll work with our existing client IdAM team to identify techniques to translate your customer’s needs and future goals into a plan that will enable secure and effective solutions. We need to come up with the best solution, so you’ll investigate new techniques, break free from the legacy model, and go where the industry is going. As a team, we’ll take a critical approach to network design, providing alternatives and customizing solutions to maintain a balance of security and mission needs. This is a chance to learn from a team of experts as you make a difference in security. Join our team as we strive to stand up and maintain a world-class IdAM program for our client. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: 5 years of experience with Identity and Access Management ( IdAM) Experience with enterprise-grade identity and directory services platforms, including identity management, observability and analytics, federated identity and directory services components, data virtualization, integration connectors, and high-performance directory stores Experience designing and maintaining Micro sof t Active Directory and Exchange environments Experience with hybrid architectures of Micro sof t sof tware, including Active Directory Synchronized with Azure EntraID Experience with ICAM technologies such as Active Directory, SSO, MFA, LDAP, IGA, or directory consolidation patterns Knowledge of managing Active Directory Services and Schema TS / SCI clearance HS diploma or GED Nice If You Have: Experience designing and implementing data virtualization pipelines, including joins across LDAP, AD, SQL, REST, or other APIs Experience with identity governance processes and entitlement management programs Knowledge of system, network, application, and security architectures, cybersecurity solutions, key cyber processes such as incident handling, risk measurement, and change management, and key cyber threats, including nation state actors, malware or ransomware, command and control infrastructures and mitigations Ability to collaborate with the professional confidence and credibility to effectively e nga ge and interact with technologists and leaders across the enterprise Ability to quickly comprehend complex problems, draw logical conclusions, make sound decisions, develop solutions, and drive closure Possession of excellent problem-solving skills Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided . Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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