ForgeRock Engineer
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About the role:
We are seeking a ForgeRock Engineer (7.x Specialist) for a REMOTE, US-based, 12-month contract (Prefer candidates to be based in Illinois, Montana, Texas, New Mexico, or Oklahoma). The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with ForgeRock 7.x, an advanced understanding of modern authentication methods including biometrics and MFA, and the ability to develop Run/Playbooks in collaboration with senior engineers. This role uses cutting-edge ForgeRock capabilities to analyze data, facilitate team interactions, and improve security documentation and operations without a primary focus on development or implementation.
Applicants without current ForgeRock experience, specifically those who have not worked in updated/patched environments, will not be considered.
Please Note: We are NOT currently accepting candidates from 3rd party agencies
What you will be doing:
ForgeRock 7.x Mastery: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of ForgeRock 7.xs features, with the ability to leverage its advanced capabilities to enhance our security framework. Candidates must have hands-on experience with the latest version, addressing the specific needs of our environment.
Develop and integrate sophisticated MFA methods using ForgeRock 7.x, including biometric authentication and linking to traditional solutions (SMS, Voice, Email). Expertise in biometric technologies within ForgeRock 7.x is crucial.
Apply an understanding of modern authorization protocols, including PKCE, to secure client-to-server communications effectively. Candidates should illustrate practical use cases and implementation strategies for these protocols.
Craft comprehensive Run/Playbooks in collaboration with the Security and Operations teams, detailing daily threat activities, handling of specific alerts (including Akamai Botnet Manager Alerts ingested by XSOAR), and procedures for ingesting alerts from Elastic (ECE) into XSOAR.
Assist in developing scenarios and tabletop exercises to prepare for various types of attacks, enhancing the response capabilities of support teams. This includes reviewing logs, investigating discrepancies, and generating trend reports.
What we want to see:
Proven experience with ForgeRock 7.x in a live, enterprise-level environment.
A clear understanding of ForgeRock 7.xs biometric capabilities and how to integrate these with traditional authentication methods. Experience with ForgeRocks biometric solutions and the ability to link these to SMS, Voice, and Email MFA methods is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of PKCE (Proof Key for Code Exchange) and its application within ForgeRock solutions, showcasing how to enhance security in modern web and mobile applications.
Demonstrated ability to work within established security frameworks, with exposure to XSOAR/Cloud environments from a security perspective.
Understanding of CIDM and BIDM principles and their application within ForgeRock.
Bonus Points:
ForgeRock certifications or training in version 7.x
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About the role:
We are seeking a ForgeRock Engineer (7.x Specialist) for a REMOTE, US-based, 12-month contract (Prefer candidates to be based in Illinois, Montana, Texas, New Mexico, or Oklahoma). The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with ForgeRock 7.x, an advanced understanding of modern authentication methods including biometrics and MFA, and the ability to develop Run/Playbooks in collaboration with senior engineers. This role uses cutting-edge ForgeRock capabilities to analyze data, facilitate team interactions, and improve security documentation and operations without a primary focus on development or implementation.
Applicants without current ForgeRock experience, specifically those who have not worked in updated/patched environments, will not be considered.
Please Note: We are NOT currently accepting candidates from 3rd party agencies
What you will be doing:
ForgeRock 7.x Mastery: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of ForgeRock 7.xs features, with the ability to leverage its advanced capabilities to enhance our security framework. Candidates must have hands-on experience with the latest version, addressing the specific needs of our environment.
Develop and integrate sophisticated MFA methods using ForgeRock 7.x, including biometric authentication and linking to traditional solutions (SMS, Voice, Email). Expertise in biometric technologies within ForgeRock 7.x is crucial.
Apply an understanding of modern authorization protocols, including PKCE, to secure client-to-server communications effectively. Candidates should illustrate practical use cases and implementation strategies for these protocols.
Craft comprehensive Run/Playbooks in collaboration with the Security and Operations teams, detailing daily threat activities, handling of specific alerts (including Akamai Botnet Manager Alerts ingested by XSOAR), and procedures for ingesting alerts from Elastic (ECE) into XSOAR.
Assist in developing scenarios and tabletop exercises to prepare for various types of attacks, enhancing the response capabilities of support teams. This includes reviewing logs, investigating discrepancies, and generating trend reports.
What we want to see:
Proven experience with ForgeRock 7.x in a live, enterprise-level environment.
A clear understanding of ForgeRock 7.xs biometric capabilities and how to integrate these with traditional authentication methods. Experience with ForgeRocks biometric solutions and the ability to link these to SMS, Voice, and Email MFA methods is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of PKCE (Proof Key for Code Exchange) and its application within ForgeRock solutions, showcasing how to enhance security in modern web and mobile applications.
Demonstrated ability to work within established security frameworks, with exposure to XSOAR/Cloud environments from a security perspective.
Understanding of CIDM and BIDM principles and their application within ForgeRock.
Bonus Points:
ForgeRock certifications or training in version 7.x
Apply Now