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GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation's top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.
Position Overview
We are growing! GuidePoint Security is hiring a Managing Security Consultant – Access Management to join our delivery leadership team on a full-time basis. This is a fully remote role where we are looking for strong technical leadership experience across Ping Identity (PingFederate, PingOne, PingAccess) and Okta (Workforce Identity, Identity Engine), with a solid foundation in Access Management fundamentals including federation, SSO, MFA, and API security.
The Managing Security Consultant is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of Access Management engagements across GuidePoint's client portfolio. This role sits at the intersection of technical oversight, people leadership, and client delivery — ensuring that projects are properly staffed, technically sound, and delivered on time and within scope. The Managing Consultant serves as the escalation point for delivery challenges, coordinates across multiple concurrent engagements, and ensures consistent quality and client satisfaction across the practice.
While the primary focus of this role is delivery management and technical oversight, the Managing Security Consultant will maintain hands-on technical currency in Access Management technologies to provide credible guidance, perform escalation support, and contribute to complex architecture decisions when needed.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Delivery Management (40%)
- Oversee delivery timelines, milestones, and deliverables across the Access Management engagement portfolio
- Partner with Project Managers to ensure proper project governance, status reporting, and risk management
- Conduct regular delivery reviews with engagement leads to assess progress, remove blockers, and ensure client satisfaction
- Drive accountability for SOW adherence, scope management, and change order processes
- Coordinate parallel workstreams within large, multi-track engagements to ensure alignment and dependency management
- Ensure proper documentation, knowledge transfer, and transition planning for all engagements
- Establish and maintain delivery playbooks, templates, and standard operating procedures for Access Management engagements
- Lead project kickoffs, status meetings, and executive steering committee updates
- Track and report on engagement health metrics including budget burn, milestone completion, and risk indicators
- Implement corrective actions and recovery plans for engagements that deviate from plan
- Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes
Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance (30%)
- Provide technical oversight across multiple concurrent Access Management engagements, ensuring architectural decisions align with best practices and client requirements
- Serve as the senior technical resource for complex challenges involving:
- Ping Identity (PingFederate, PingOne, PingAccess, PingDirectory, DaVinci)
- Okta Workforce Identity (Identity Engine, Okta Workflows, API Access Management, Okta Integration Network)
- Federation protocols (SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect) and SSO architecture
- MFA strategy, adaptive authentication, and Zero Trust access patterns
- Review and approve solution architectures, integration designs, and implementation approaches proposed by delivery teams
- Ensure engagements adhere to security best practices, vendor-recommended configurations, and GuidePoint delivery standards
- Conduct periodic technical health checks on active engagements to identify risks, gaps, or deviations from scope
- Maintain working knowledge of adjacent platforms including Microsoft Entra ID, CyberArk, and SailPoint to support cross-functional delivery needs
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to Architects, Senior Engineers, and Engineers across the Access Management practice
Staffing & Resource Management (20%)
- Own resource allocation and staffing decisions for Access Management engagements, matching consultant skillsets to project requirements
- Forecast staffing needs based on pipeline visibility, active engagements, and anticipated project timelines
- Coordinate with practice leadership and recruiting to identify hiring needs and participate in candidate evaluation
- Manage consultant utilization, balancing billable targets with professional development, training, and bench time
- Identify skill gaps within the team and develop training plans or mentorship pairings to address them
- Coordinate cross-practice resource sharing when engagements require blended skillsets (e.g., IGA + AM, PAM + AM)
- Maintain a skills matrix and readiness assessment for all Access Management consultants
Escalation Management & Client Relations (5%)
- Serve as the primary escalation point for delivery issues, client concerns, and technical blockers that cannot be resolved at the engagement level
- Manage escalation communications with clients, providing clear resolution plans and timelines
- Engage directly with client stakeholders (Directors, VPs, CISOs) to address concerns and maintain confidence in GuidePoint's delivery
- Conduct root cause analysis on escalated issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Presales Support & Practice Development (5%)
- Support presales efforts by providing technical validation of proposed solutions and staffing models
- Review and approve Level of Effort (LOE) estimates and SOW technical content for Access Management opportunities
- Participate in client-facing presentations and technical discussions during the sales cycle
- Contribute to practice development initiatives including service offering definition, go-to-market strategy, and thought leadership
- Collaborate with sales teams to identify expansion opportunities within existing accounts
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field — or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management, with at least 3 years in a delivery leadership or management capacity
- Strong technical background in Ping Identity technologies, including:
- PingFederate (federation, SSO, adapter chains, authentication policies)
- PingOne (platform services, DaVinci orchestration, MFA)
- PingAccess (resource protection, policy enforcement)
- Strong technical background in Okta, including:
- Okta Identity Engine, Universal Directory, Okta Workflows
- API Access Management, Okta Integration Network (OIN)
- Deep understanding of Access Management fundamentals:
- SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect protocols
- SSO architecture and federation design patterns
- MFA, adaptive authentication, and passwordless strategies
- API security, token management, and gateway integration
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent engagements and delivery teams
- Proven ability to manage escalations, resolve client concerns, and maintain executive-level relationships
- Experience with resource planning, utilization management, and staffing optimization
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
- Must be open to travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with additional IAM platforms:
- Microsoft Entra ID, CyberArk, SailPoint, ForgeRock
- Professional certifications such as:
- Ping Identity Certified Professional
- Okta Certified Professional / Administrator / Consultant
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certifications
- PMP or equivalent project management certification
- Experience in consulting or professional services delivery environments
- Background in incident response or security recovery engagements involving IAM platforms
- Experience building and scaling IAM consulting practices or delivery teams
The Team
Coming to the Access Management team means working on the leading edge in the IAM space. As a Managing Security Consultant, you will be leading a team of engineers and architects who help some of the largest companies in the US implement their own identity and access management programs. From overseeing assessments to managing full platform deployments, you can expect to be involved at all levels of interaction with our customers. Your leadership and expertise are critical to ensuring our team delivers the guidance our customers need, and the excellence they expect from GuidePoint Security.
We partner with the largest vendors in the space to ensure that the latest training is always available to our team. High level communication and collaboration are the standard. Mentorship at all levels, from Senior Architects to Junior Engineers, is foundational to our culture. We don't just talk about work life balance; we facilitate it with a flexible time off (FTO) benefit.
We understand that in order to retain our talented team, leadership must provide regular feedback and coaching. We recruit new members to the team with the understanding that opportunities for growth are important. Whether your goals include future leadership opportunities, becoming a Practice Director, or even moving to another discipline within security in time, the leadership team is focused on partnering with you to help achieve them.
We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don't miss updates on your application.
Why GuidePoint?
GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,200 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers.
Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company's success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.
Some added perks….
- Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
- Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
- Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
- 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
- Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
- Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
- Pet Benefit Option
GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation's top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.
Position Overview
We are growing! GuidePoint Security is hiring a Managing Security Consultant – Access Management to join our delivery leadership team on a full-time basis. This is a fully remote role where we are looking for strong technical leadership experience across Ping Identity (PingFederate, PingOne, PingAccess) and Okta (Workforce Identity, Identity Engine), with a solid foundation in Access Management fundamentals including federation, SSO, MFA, and API security.
The Managing Security Consultant is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of Access Management engagements across GuidePoint's client portfolio. This role sits at the intersection of technical oversight, people leadership, and client delivery — ensuring that projects are properly staffed, technically sound, and delivered on time and within scope. The Managing Consultant serves as the escalation point for delivery challenges, coordinates across multiple concurrent engagements, and ensures consistent quality and client satisfaction across the practice.
While the primary focus of this role is delivery management and technical oversight, the Managing Security Consultant will maintain hands-on technical currency in Access Management technologies to provide credible guidance, perform escalation support, and contribute to complex architecture decisions when needed.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Delivery Management (40%)
- Oversee delivery timelines, milestones, and deliverables across the Access Management engagement portfolio
- Partner with Project Managers to ensure proper project governance, status reporting, and risk management
- Conduct regular delivery reviews with engagement leads to assess progress, remove blockers, and ensure client satisfaction
- Drive accountability for SOW adherence, scope management, and change order processes
- Coordinate parallel workstreams within large, multi-track engagements to ensure alignment and dependency management
- Ensure proper documentation, knowledge transfer, and transition planning for all engagements
- Establish and maintain delivery playbooks, templates, and standard operating procedures for Access Management engagements
- Lead project kickoffs, status meetings, and executive steering committee updates
- Track and report on engagement health metrics including budget burn, milestone completion, and risk indicators
- Implement corrective actions and recovery plans for engagements that deviate from plan
- Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes
Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance (30%)
- Provide technical oversight across multiple concurrent Access Management engagements, ensuring architectural decisions align with best practices and client requirements
- Serve as the senior technical resource for complex challenges involving:
- Ping Identity (PingFederate, PingOne, PingAccess, PingDirectory, DaVinci)
- Okta Workforce Identity (Identity Engine, Okta Workflows, API Access Management, Okta Integration Network)
- Federation protocols (SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect) and SSO architecture
- MFA strategy, adaptive authentication, and Zero Trust access patterns
- Review and approve solution architectures, integration designs, and implementation approaches proposed by delivery teams
- Ensure engagements adhere to security best practices, vendor-recommended configurations, and GuidePoint delivery standards
- Conduct periodic technical health checks on active engagements to identify risks, gaps, or deviations from scope
- Maintain working knowledge of adjacent platforms including Microsoft Entra ID, CyberArk, and SailPoint to support cross-functional delivery needs
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to Architects, Senior Engineers, and Engineers across the Access Management practice
Staffing & Resource Management (20%)
- Own resource allocation and staffing decisions for Access Management engagements, matching consultant skillsets to project requirements
- Forecast staffing needs based on pipeline visibility, active engagements, and anticipated project timelines
- Coordinate with practice leadership and recruiting to identify hiring needs and participate in candidate evaluation
- Manage consultant utilization, balancing billable targets with professional development, training, and bench time
- Identify skill gaps within the team and develop training plans or mentorship pairings to address them
- Coordinate cross-practice resource sharing when engagements require blended skillsets (e.g., IGA + AM, PAM + AM)
- Maintain a skills matrix and readiness assessment for all Access Management consultants
Escalation Management & Client Relations (5%)
- Serve as the primary escalation point for delivery issues, client concerns, and technical blockers that cannot be resolved at the engagement level
- Manage escalation communications with clients, providing clear resolution plans and timelines
- Engage directly with client stakeholders (Directors, VPs, CISOs) to address concerns and maintain confidence in GuidePoint's delivery
- Conduct root cause analysis on escalated issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Presales Support & Practice Development (5%)
- Support presales efforts by providing technical validation of proposed solutions and staffing models
- Review and approve Level of Effort (LOE) estimates and SOW technical content for Access Management opportunities
- Participate in client-facing presentations and technical discussions during the sales cycle
- Contribute to practice development initiatives including service offering definition, go-to-market strategy, and thought leadership
- Collaborate with sales teams to identify expansion opportunities within existing accounts
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field — or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management, with at least 3 years in a delivery leadership or management capacity
- Strong technical background in Ping Identity technologies, including:
- PingFederate (federation, SSO, adapter chains, authentication policies)
- PingOne (platform services, DaVinci orchestration, MFA)
- PingAccess (resource protection, policy enforcement)
- Strong technical background in Okta, including:
- Okta Identity Engine, Universal Directory, Okta Workflows
- API Access Management, Okta Integration Network (OIN)
- Deep understanding of Access Management fundamentals:
- SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect protocols
- SSO architecture and federation design patterns
- MFA, adaptive authentication, and passwordless strategies
- API security, token management, and gateway integration
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent engagements and delivery teams
- Proven ability to manage escalations, resolve client concerns, and maintain executive-level relationships
- Experience with resource planning, utilization management, and staffing optimization
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
- Must be open to travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with additional IAM platforms:
- Microsoft Entra ID, CyberArk, SailPoint, ForgeRock
- Professional certifications such as:
- Ping Identity Certified Professional
- Okta Certified Professional / Administrator / Consultant
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certifications
- PMP or equivalent project management certification
- Experience in consulting or professional services delivery environments
- Background in incident response or security recovery engagements involving IAM platforms
- Experience building and scaling IAM consulting practices or delivery teams
The Team
Coming to the Access Management team means working on the leading edge in the IAM space. As a Managing Security Consultant, you will be leading a team of engineers and architects who help some of the largest companies in the US implement their own identity and access management programs. From overseeing assessments to managing full platform deployments, you can expect to be involved at all levels of interaction with our customers. Your leadership and expertise are critical to ensuring our team delivers the guidance our customers need, and the excellence they expect from GuidePoint Security.
We partner with the largest vendors in the space to ensure that the latest training is always available to our team. High level communication and collaboration are the standard. Mentorship at all levels, from Senior Architects to Junior Engineers, is foundational to our culture. We don't just talk about work life balance; we facilitate it with a flexible time off (FTO) benefit.
We understand that in order to retain our talented team, leadership must provide regular feedback and coaching. We recruit new members to the team with the understanding that opportunities for growth are important. Whether your goals include future leadership opportunities, becoming a Practice Director, or even moving to another discipline within security in time, the leadership team is focused on partnering with you to help achieve them.
We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don't miss updates on your application.
Why GuidePoint?
GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,200 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers.
Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company's success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.
Some added perks….
- Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
- Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
- Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
- 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
- Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
- Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
- Pet Benefit Option
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- Bachelor's degree in business, management, economics, or a related field
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Target remote-first consulting firms and distributed professional services teams that have built their delivery model around async collaboration. Remote employers screen managing consultants heavily on written communication, client presence without in-person access, and the ability to drive workstreams without daily oversight. A portfolio of delivered projects, strong case study write-ups, and experience with async project tools give you a concrete edge over candidates with similar credentials but no remote track.
Which companies hire remote managing consultants?
Companies hiring remote managing consultants right now include ALL4, RMS Energy, and Makse, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first consulting firms, distributed strategy boutiques, and large enterprises running virtual advisory practices across technology, financial services, and healthcare are the most consistent sources of these openings.
Can you get a remote managing consultant job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level managing consultant roles are harder to land because employers expect you to operate independently from day one with minimal in-person guidance. Remote-first boutiques and smaller distributed advisory firms are more likely to hire early-career candidates than legacy consulting houses. Demonstrating structured problem-solving through case competitions, freelance project work, or documented process improvements can open doors when your resume is light on formal consulting experience.
Do you need a degree for remote managing consultant jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated analytical ability, client-facing results, and domain expertise alongside or instead of a specific degree. Managing consultant roles in technology and operations especially value hands-on delivery experience. A clear record of solving business problems, regardless of how you built that record, carries real weight with remote hiring teams who evaluate candidates through written submissions and structured interviews rather than campus relationships.
Which industries hire the most remote managing consultants?
Remote managing consultant roles concentrate in Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors hire managing consultants remotely because their client engagements, internal transformation programs, and advisory workflows are built around distributed teams that can deliver without a fixed office presence.
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