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title: 'Cloud Identity and Security Engineer at Dark Wolf Solutions'
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# Cloud Identity and Security Engineer at Dark Wolf Solutions

- **Company:** Dark Wolf Solutions
- **Location:** Ogden, UT
- **Posted:** 2026-10-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-23
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/darkwolfsolutions/jobs/8037734003

## Job description

Dark Wolf is seeking a mid-level Cloud Identity & Security Engineer to manage and automate our access governance across hybrid identity engines and AWS cloud environments. In this role, you will be responsible for administering end-to-end AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) controls using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). You will configure and maintain group memberships, repository permissions, secrets management, and enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO) integrations spanning PingFederate, Keycloak, GitLab, AWS Landing Zone Accelerator (LZA), and AWS IAM Identity Center (IDC).

## Key Responsibilities

- Authentication & Identity Engine Management (BYOI):
- Administering identity federation and user authentication workflows across PingFederate and Keycloak.
- Integrating multi-factor authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) protocols (SAML 2.0, OIDC) between enterprise identity providers and cloud services.
- Provisioning and maintaining user accounts, group assignments, and directory memberships across identity platforms.
- Authorization & Access Control (AWS & GitLab):
- Managing fine-grained permission models, roles, and group memberships within AWS IAM Identity Center (IDC) and GitLab repositories/groups.
- Implementing and maintain landing zone configuration changes through AWS Landing Zone Accelerator (LZA) to enforce organizational boundary policies and Service Control Policies (SCPs).
- Enforcing Least Privilege access models across AWS CodeCommit, development repositories, and cloud workloads.
- Secrets Management & Accounting:
- Configuring and maintain key-value secrets, database credentials, and API keys within AWS Secrets Manager, ensuring automated rotation and secure access policies.
- Auditing identity lifecycle workflows, repository permissions, and access logs to ensure compliance with security baselines.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation:
- Codifying identity resources, group definitions, access policies, and cloud infrastructure using Terraform.
- Automating user onboarding/offboarding pipelines and permission requests across GitLab, AWS, and PingFederate/Keycloak.

## Qualifications & Requirements

- 2+ years of hands-on experience in cloud identity management, IAM, or cloud infrastructure operations.
- Practical knowledge of federated identity concepts (SAML, OIDC), PingFederate, Keycloak, and AWS IAM Identity Center (IDC).
- Strong proficiency with Terraform for provisioning cloud resources, IAM policies, and identity group memberships.
- Hands-on experience managing permissions in GitLab (groups/projects) and working with AWS CodeCommit, AWS Secrets Manager, and AWS Landing Zone Accelerator (LZA).
- Solid understanding of AAA principles, RBAC/ABAC models, and identity lifecycle management.
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, or Ping Identity / Keycloak certifications.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- US Citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.

The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $150,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.

We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

## About Dark Wolf Solutions

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Dark Wolf Solutions provides cyber-centric engineering, software delivery, cloud, data & AI, and mission enablement services to defense, intelligence, and Fortune 500 customers.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Backed by Razor's Edge Ventures)
- **Headquarters**: Herndon, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: 2013
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cybersecurity, IT Services, Defense & Intelligence, Cloud Engineering, Data & AI
- **Target customers**: B2B, primarily U.S. Federal Government (Defense, Intelligence Community) and Fortune 500 companies
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "Operates at the nexus of mission and technology to meet our Nation’s most demanding objectives." [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Products & Services
- **Cybersecurity Engineering & Risk Management**: Defensive and offensive cyber operations, penetration testing, incident response, and risk management.
- **Software Delivery & Cloud**: DevSecOps agile software development, cloud & hybrid solutions, edge computing, and digital platform engineering.
- **Data & AI**: AI/ML solutions, big data management, data science, and analytics.
- **Mission Enablement**: Mission systems, secure communications, multi-INT, autonomous systems, and operational test & evaluation.
- **BrickStor Secure Storage (via RackTop Systems)**: Secure cyber storage and data protection products for defense agencies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: In February 2026, the company was awarded a potential **$67.2 million contract** by the U.S. Air Force for cyberspace innovation support. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Razor's Edge Ventures is a known investor. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew **28.2% year-over-year** (293 employees), with a monthly growth rate of 3.1%. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions) The company reorganized in early 2026 into four core practices (Cybersecurity, Software Delivery & Cloud, Data & AI, Mission Enablement) and expanded its product portfolio with RackTop Systems. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep Federal Domain Expertise**: Combines cutting-edge technology with specialized knowledge of defense and intelligence mission requirements.
- **Proven Track Record**: Has won at major cyber competitions, including DEFCON (2017, 2022) and BSides DC (2016, 2018). [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Established Contract Vehicles**: Supports agencies through pre-existing contract vehicles, simplifying engagement and accelerating delivery. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Strong Talent Pipeline**: Recruits heavily from the U.S. Air Force, Army, and major defense contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions)

## Strategic Focus
- **Expansion into Data & AI**: The company's recent reorganization emphasizes a new Data & AI practice, signaling a strategic push into machine learning and advanced analytics. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Productization**: Adding products like BrickStor to its traditional services portfolio to create recurring revenue and deeper customer lock-in. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Winning Large Contracts**: The $67M Air Force contract demonstrates a focus on securing large-scale, multi-year engagements.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: The company describes its culture as "Work hard, play hard" and refers to its team as "The Pack," emphasizing collaboration and fun. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Professional Development**: Offers a "Training Bounty Program" with cash bonuses for completing certifications and training on new technologies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Competitive Edge**: Employees get the opportunity to participate in elite cyber competitions (DEFCON, BSides), building skills and reputation. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Benefits**: Includes flexible PTO, 401(k) with employer match + performance-based grant, medical/dental/vision (including zero-cost options), HSA/FSA, short & long-term disability, pet insurance, and incentive compensation. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Work Mode**: Positions are available across multiple U.S. locations (Herndon, VA; Tampa, FL; Huntsville, AL; San Antonio, TX; Colorado Springs, CO; etc.) with some hybrid and remote options.
- **Engineering Culture**: Heavy emphasis on DevSecOps, cloud engineering, and cutting-edge tech (AI/ML). The company values continuous learning and tinkering with new technologies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Sources
1. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
2. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/darkwolfsolutions)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions)
4. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
5. [darkwolf.io/join-the-pack](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)

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