Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced IAM Architect / Subject Matter Expert (SME) specializing in ForgeRock and PingID to design, develop, and implement enterprise-grade Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with ForgeRock IDM, deep understanding of integration architectures, and solid development skills in Java, Python, and Groovy.
This hybrid position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to architect, build, and optimize IAM workflows, connectors, and privilege models supporting large-scale enterprise systems. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, integration, and implementation of IAM solutions using ForgeRock IDM and PingID.
• Develop and customize IDM workflows, schema objects, and privilege models that align with enterprise business requirements.
• Build and manage custom integrations between ForgeRock and systems such as Salesforce, Ping Identity, and other third-party applications.
• Design and develop RESTful APIs and implement custom connectors using JavaScript, Groovy, and Python.
• Configure and optimize reconciliation mappings, scheduler jobs, and data synchronization processes.
• Implement and maintain access control policies, including dynamic privilege and role-based access management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to API performance, connector operations, and data integrity.
• Conduct root cause analysis and maintain documentation for configuration, support, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to ensure scalable, secure IAM architectures in cloud environments.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with ForgeRock Identity Management (IDM) or comparable IDM platforms.
• 10+ years of development experience with Java, Cloud technologies, and Python.
• Proficiency in developing RESTful APIs using JavaScript or Groovy.
• Experience designing custom schema objects and integrating them within ForgeRock’s privilege model.
• Integration experience with Salesforce, Ping Identity, and other enterprise systems.
• Strong understanding of access control policies, mapping behaviors, and managed object lifecycle events.
• Experience with SQL connectors, relational data transformations, and database integration.
• Proven troubleshooting and performance optimization skills in IDM workflows and connectors.
• Certifications in ForgeRock, PingID, Java, or Cloud technologies are highly desirable.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Technical Skills
Languages & Frameworks: Java, JavaScript, Groovy, Python
Technologies: ForgeRock IDM, PingID, RESTful APIs, Service Cloud, SQL
Cloud Platforms: AWS or Azure (preferred)
IAM Focus Areas: Identity Governance, Privilege Models, Access Control, Workflow Automation Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with business, security, and infrastructure teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and leadership capabilities.

Work Environment

• Hybrid role – candidates based in Virginia (VA) or Texas (TX) preferred.
• On-site collaboration may be required on a periodic basis.