We're looking for an experienced Lead Identity & Access Architect to lead technical discovery assessments and drive identity modernization for U.S. Public Sector clients. You'll translate complex identity risks into clear priorities and actionable remediation plans aligned to Zero Trust principles and NIST SP 800-207. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead hands-on discovery of Active Directory and Entra ID environments to uncover attack paths, shadow admins, and misconfigured GPOs.
• Identify the highest-impact choke points representing the majority of client risk and map findings to time-bound remediation steps with clear owners.
• Deliver executive briefings that translate technical findings into business impact, roadmaps, and Identity Risk Scorecards.
• Lead proof-of-remediation engagements for top findings and measure impact before broader rollout.
• Guide clients from reactive, password-based security toward enforced Zero Trust and least-privilege architectures.
• Identify and remediate risks from orphaned service principals, automated service accounts, and shadow AI agents.
• Build and maintain reusable automation and a Git-based playbook library using PowerShell, KQL, Python, and Neo4j/Cypher.
• Ensure alignment to NIST SP 800-53, CISA directives, FedRAMP, and CMMC; produce artifacts supporting audits and accreditations.
• Mentor pod engineers and support knowledge transfer across engagements.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field or equivalent experience.
• 12–15 years in cybersecurity consulting; 5+ years leading identity modernization engagements.
• Deep, hands-on experience with Microsoft's identity and security stack: Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Defender for Identity, Sentinel, and Microsoft 365 Defender.
• Experience in U.S. Public Sector frameworks (NIST SP 800-207/800-53, FedRAMP, CMMC) highly desirable.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (KSAs):

• Proficiency with Active Directory and Entra ID; working knowledge of BloodHound, PingCastle, and Purple Knight required.
• Fluency in PowerShell, KQL, Python, and Neo4j/Cypher.
• Ability to see an environment through an attacker's eyes and communicate risks clearly to executive stakeholders.
• Familiarity with common adversary tactics and structured threat modeling approaches.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to translate technical findings into executive narratives.
• DevOps hygiene (Git, PRs, CI) and a product-oriented mindset toward automation.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Mythics and Emergent is required to abide by the Drug-Free Workplace Act, which requires Mythics and Emergent to provide a drug-free workplace, among other obligations.  As part of this effort, Mythics and Emergent requires pre-employment drug tests for all candidates for employment.  Please note that marijuana (including medical marijuana) is designated as a controlled substance under federal law and will be screened for in the drug test.

Emergent, a subsidiary of Mythics, LLC, is an award-winning IT solutions provider and value-added reseller based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Since 2006, Emergent has specialized in solving complex challenges and delivered best-of-class technology solutions to operations in all levels of government, education, and commercial organizations worldwide. At Emergent, we are looking for motivated people with the expertise and insight to tackle the toughest client issues.

Why Work at Emergent?

Because at Emergent, YOU count! At Emergent, our Corporate Values are at the foundation of everything we do. Our values, Respect – Empathy – Excellence – Fun (REEF), have created an environment that fosters creative thinking, respects your contributions, and accepts nothing less than excellence in serving our customers.  At Emergent, you will experience a truly enjoyable corporate culture. 

Enjoy Tailored Benefits to Suit Your Needs with our Flexible Options. Our benefit options include:  

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plans 
• Premier 401k retirement plan with corporate matching and a 529 college saving plan
• Tax-advantaged Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account options
• Legal Resources

 Unlock Exclusive Benefits for Full-Time Employees: 

• Generous work/life balance opportunities supported by a PTO bank, paid holidays, leave programs and additional flex time off
• Employee referral program
• Employee recognition, gift and reward program 
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Remote or hybrid work options
• Engaging company events such as team building activities, annual awards and kick-off parties
• Health and wellness-focused activities
• Relaxation Spaces
• In-office gourmet coffee, tea, fresh fruit and healthy snacks
• Corporate GREEN approach – tracking energy consumption for reduction and purchasing only environmentally friendly products for our offices

Emergent, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or other factors protected by law. We offer equal opportunity in compensation, advancement opportunities, and all other terms and conditions of employment. As a federal government contractor, Emergent has developed and maintains a written Affirmative Action Program relating to individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, which sets forth the policies, practices and procedures to which the Company is committed in order to ensure that its policy of nondiscrimination and affirmative action for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans is followed. For those unable to complete an online application, alternative methods are available by contacting accommodationrequests@mythics.com. For more information about Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination, please read Know Your Rights.