IBM Verify SME at Simeio – Alpharetta, Georgia

Overview
We are seeking an experienced IBM Verify CIAM Architect and Delivery Consultant (Subject Matter Expert) to support a Canadian Government project. The ideal consultant will bring deep hands-on expertise in IBM Verify, customer identity solutions, and enterprise CIAM architecture, combined with the professionalism and communication skills required to operate in a high‑security public-sector environment.
This role requires that the consultant already holds, or is eligible to obtain, Reliability Clearance and must reside in Canada for the duration of the project.Key Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and delivery of IBM Verify CIAM solutions within a government environment.
• Serve as the senior SME guiding technical direction, integration strategy, and implementation best practices.
• Collaborate with client security, identity, and infrastructure teams to define requirements and ensure alignment with government standards.
• Support full delivery lifecycle: design, configuration, customization, testing, deployment, and knowledge transfer.
• Troubleshoot advanced CIAM technical issues and optimize performance and security posture.
• Produce architecture documentation, diagrams, roadmaps, and operational guides.
• Ensure compliance with government security, privacy, and access control requirements.
• Participate in technical interviews, design reviews, and stakeholder sessions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Expert-level experience with IBM Verify (formerly IBM Security Verify / IBM Identity).
• Strong CIAM architecture background, including:
  • Authentication flows, MFA, risk-based authentication
  • Identity proofing, user lifecycle, registration
  • Federation (SAML, OIDC, OAuth)
  • Credential management and directory services
• Proven delivery experience in complex enterprise or public-sector environments.
• Strong understanding of IAM/CIAM security controls and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage deliverables within a structured government project.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Additional Preferred Skills

• Experience working with Canadian federal or provincial government entities.
• Prior experience operating under Reliability or Secret Clearance environments.
• Broader IAM knowledge (identity governance, PAM, access management).
• Experience with integration across enterprise applications and API security.

Clearance & Work Authorization

• Minimum required: Reliability Clearance (or ability to obtain it).
• Canadian residents only.
• PR holders are acceptable as long as they meet clearance requirements and remain in Canada during the project.

Work Schedule & Hours

• Standard government schedule: 7.5 hours/day
• Total weekly hours: 37.5 hours
• Expected to work Eastern Time Zone hours.

Project Duration

• Initial contract: 6 months to 1 year
• Extension potential: Up to 2 years, based on performance and client value.

Simeio is an equal opportunity employer. If you require assistance with completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to any of the recruitment team at recruitment@simeio.com or +1 404-882-3700.