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The environment is primarily Windows-based, with a smaller number of macOS and Linux systems.\nThe ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Okta or a strong understanding of identity and access management concepts, including authentication, authorization, application access, group-based access, and role-based access control. Familiarity with Jamf is preferred but not required, and training may be provided.\nAutomated processes are already in place for user onboarding and offboarding. This role will support, maintain, and troubleshoot the identity systems and access controls surrounding those automated processes rather than manually performing routine account provisioning and deprovisioning.\nPosition Responsibilities\nAdminister and support identity and access management solutions, including Okta.\nMaintain application assignments, access policies, groups, roles, and authentication requirements.\nConfigure and support role-based access control based on job responsibilities, business requirements, and least-privilege principles.\nSupport single sign-on, multifactor authentication, federation, and application integrations.\nTroubleshoot authentication, authorization, account synchronization, application access, and provisioning-related issues.\nMonitor and support automated identity lifecycle processes, including identifying and resolving workflow, synchronization, or access assignment failures.\nReview identity and access configurations for consistency, security, and compliance.\nParticipate in periodic access reviews, entitlement reviews, and audit activities.\nWork with internal teams to identify access requirements and translate those requirements into appropriate roles, groups, and permissions.\nAssist with the administration and maintenance of Active Directory, including users, groups, organizational units, delegation, permissions, and Group Policy.\nSupport Windows Server environments and related infrastructure services.\nAdminister and troubleshoot file-sharing systems, shared folders, access permissions, and security groups.\nSupport a primarily Windows-based endpoint environment, with limited macOS and Linux systems.\nAssist with macOS endpoint management through Jamf when needed.\nUse ticketing systems to document, track, prioritize, and resolve incidents, requests, and problems.\nCreate and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, system diagrams, and configuration records.\nAssist with system upgrades, application integrations, testing, automation, and process improvements.\nSupport security, compliance, and audit activities related to identity, access, endpoints, and systems administration.\nCollaborate with IT, security, application owners, and other technical teams to resolve issues and improve services.\n Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)\nA degree in information technology, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field is helpful but not required. Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of formal education.\nFive or more years of relevant experience in identity management, systems administration, IT operations, or a related field.\nStrong understanding of identity and access management principles.\nExperience administering Okta or a comparable identity management platform.\nUnderstanding of role-based access control, least privilege, group-based access, and access governance concepts.\nExperience supporting single sign-on and multifactor authentication.\nExperience troubleshooting identity synchronization, authentication, authorization, or application access issues.\nExperience with Microsoft Active Directory administration.\nWorking knowledge of Windows Server environments.\nExperience managing file-sharing systems, folder permissions, and security groups.\nFamiliarity with Windows endpoint administration and support.\nExperience using an IT service management or ticketing system.\nAbility to troubleshoot technical issues and communicate findings clearly.\nStrong technical writing skills and the ability to create clear, accurate documentation.\nAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical and nontechnical teams.\nStrong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.\nOther Qualifications & Desired Competencies\nIndustry certifications are valued but are not required. Relevant certifications may include Okta, Microsoft, CompTIA, Jamf, Linux, cybersecurity, or systems administration credentials.\nExperience with Okta application integrations, Universal Directory, Lifecycle Management, Workflows, or access policies.\nFamiliarity with Jamf or another Apple device-management platform.\nExperience supporting macOS endpoints in an enterprise environment.\nBasic familiarity with Linux administration or Linux-based systems.\nExperience supporting hybrid identity environments.\nKnowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, or similar cloud services.\nFamiliarity with PowerShell or other scripting and automation tools.\nExperience supporting automated identity lifecycle or provisioning workflows.\nUnderstanding of security frameworks, access reviews, audit requirements, and privileged access management.\nExperience working in a regulated, compliance-focused, or security-conscious environment.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to balance security requirements with business and operational needs.\nWillingness to learn new platforms and technologies.\nAbility to manage multiple assignments and priorities.\nCustomer-service-oriented approach to technical support.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nCommitment to maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive information.\nAbility to identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and process improvement.\n Physical Demands\nAbility to work in an office and production environment (Constant)\nRequired to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)\nClearance Level\nNo ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:\n$91,000 - $138,750AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.\nITAR Requirement:\nThis position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.\nBenefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.\nWe also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.\nPrincipals only need apply. NO agencies please.\nAbout AV:\nAV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.\nWe don’t just build defense technology-we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.\nFounded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.\nIf you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there’s no better place to do it than AV.\nWe are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. 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